Why I’m Here
January 29, 2025

Angela Tridgell, MD, Joins Gillette Children’s Endocrinology Team

Welcoming pediatric endocrinologist Angela Tridgell, MD, to the Gillette Children's team.
Community
January 16, 2025

Gillette Children’s Announces 2025 Children’s Miracle Network National Champion

ZaLayaa Jahzara Wandrick is 12 years old. She’s an excellent cook, crafter and loves science, soccer and coding, but for much of her life, has had to deal with multiple sensory and complex medical conditions. Gillette Children's is excited to announce ZaLayaa Jahzara has been named our 2025 Children's Miracle Network National Champion.
Cerebral Palsy
November 21, 2024

Greater Minnesota Health Care Brings Appreciation and Awards

Gillette Children's is committed to providing care for children who live in Greater Minnesota and in rural areas. A 19-year-old longtime patient credits the support and cerebral palsy care she receives at Gillette as one of the keys to helping her compete in the Miss Willmar pageant and winning a title.
Innovation and Research
October 23, 2024

Research and Help for Chronic Pain

Gillette Children's is a world leader in researching ways to improve the lives of people who have disabilities and complex conditions. Dr. Chantel Burkitt, PhD, and a team of clinical scientists are passionate about designing novel research studies to help shape future care and to discover ways to help people who are in chronic pain.
Cerebral Palsy
October 6, 2024

Owen’s Cerebral Palsy Care in Greater Minnesota

“Cerebral palsy is not a limitation. It does not define my son, Owen. It’s just a part of who he is,” says Kelly Sather. Owen is a busy first grader from Fosston, Minnesota and his mom, Kelly, credits early intervention and the care he receives from Gillette Children’s as the keys to keeping her son happy and energetic.
Cerebral Palsy
October 3, 2024

Lived Experience Boosts Research at Gillette

Kari Pederson is collaborating with Gillette’s research team to bring her personal experience and perspective to learnings that help inform care and reduce falls for children and adults who have cerebral palsy (CP).
Why I’m Here
September 17, 2024

Her First (and Possibly) Last Job

Gillette Children's senior accountant, Jody Buck, reflects on how a "Help Wanted" ad in the newspaper lead to her 40 year career. “Gillette really is my first full-time job!” Jody says with a laugh. She's grateful for the managers, supervisors, team members, and patient families who have supported her during her long tenure.
Patient Stories
September 5, 2024

Tips on Surviving and Thriving in College

Johns Hopkins pre-med student and Gillette patient, Kate Ketelhohn, shares tips to help students who have health issues enjoy a successful college experience.