Its statewide programs and partnerships with hospitals and clinics—from urban centers to rural communities—prepare future health professionals and advance access to high-quality care across the state. Additionally, the University’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and training future healthcare professionals makes it an indispensable pillar supporting the state's overall health and wellness.

Leading Breakthrough Research and Innovation

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University of Minnesota healthcare has a legacy of providing leading edge clinical and scientific research and pioneering innovation that is foundational to Minnesota’s healthcare ecosystem.

Our research endeavors are among the nation’s best, focusing on critical areas such as cancer, cardiovascular health, infectious disease, neurology, pediatrics, dentistry, and veterinarian. We translate groundbreaking discoveries into clinical practice, ensuring that patients benefit from the latest advancements in medical science.

Caring for older adults since before it was hip. Minnesota's Healthcare leader
Making you feel seen when you're being seen. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
Treating your hairest family members, whether that's your dog or your dad. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
We use AI to dectect cancer. (Not to write essays.) Minnesota's Healthcare Leader

Educating Our Healthcare Professionals

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As a leading academic institution, we are committed to educating and training the current and future health professionals. 

Our programs equip students with the skills to excel in an evolving healthcare landscape, ensuring a highly competent workforce for Minnesota.

We only train 70% of the healthcare professionals in Minnesota. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
3 out of 4 Minnesota dentists recommend University of Minnesota's education. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
We're having your baby. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader

Providing World-Class Care

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The University of Minnesota plays a critical role through collaboration and integration of services with healthcare providers throughout the state; the University of Minnesota delivers world-class care that saves lives.

Practing medicine from farm to operating table. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
We're using our biggest brains to save our smallest. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
We're a chronic pain for chronic pain. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader
When if comes to genes, therapy isn't just for unresolved issues with your mother. Minnesota's Healthcare Leader