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Wishing a joyous Thanksgiving to our valued patients, visitors and dedicated staff! Consider the transformative power of spreading kindness and gratitude, which can not only shape your perspective and attitude but also positively influence your overall well-being.

Sixty-five years after her open-heart surgery — a procedure that was pioneered in the U.S. just years before she needed it — Andree Jacob's heart is still ticking strong. She is a living testament to the importance of medical innovation and the lifetime of gratitude that comes with it.⁠ ⁠ "I am overwhelmed by gratitude — for the skilled hands of the surgeons at Mayo Clinic, for my parents' unwavering support and for the beautiful life I have lived since. Every year, we reflect on the miracles and the love that have shaped our lives," she says.⁠ ⁠ Learn more about Andree's story: https://mayocl.in/418flVj

Episode six of Mayo Clinic Healthcare Staff Stories – a series of interviews with Mayo Clinic Healthcare staff who make a difference to patient care every day.   Meet Georgina Bishop, Director of Business Development at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. Georgina is responsible for identifying new opportunities to grow the clinic – this could include working closely with the clinicians and developing new service lines.   Her journey into healthcare began in finance and banking, but she found her passion in healthcare, where she enjoys developing new ideas and seeing them come to fruition. For Georgina, every day is different, and she loves the variety and opportunity to make a real impact.   At Mayo Clinic Healthcare, we take the time to understand your health concerns and goals, delivering world-class care centred on you. Learn more about our services and book an appointment: https://lnkd.in/eHz4FGzQ   #PatientCare #mayoclinichealthcare

Theranostics is changing how we approach cancer care by integrating "therapeutic" and "diagnostic" capabilities into one treatment. Mayo Clinic’s expertise in radiopharmaceuticals is playing a key role in advancing this field. https://mayocl.in/416PsFI #Theranostics #PrecisionMedicine #CancerTreatment  

One key treatment option for pancreatic cancer is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic.⁠ ⁠ Dr. Michael Kendrick, a hepatobiliary and pancreas surgeon at Mayo Clinic, says depending on the location and stage, patients may need to undergo extensive treatment before surgery. This makes the minimally invasive laparoscopic approach easier on the patient.⁠ ⁠ Learn more: https://mayocl.in/3Z9HjO4

Mayo Clinic researchers have developed new AI-based tools to pinpoint specific regions of the brain with seizure hotspots more quickly and accurately in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Their study highlights the potential of AI to revolutionize epilepsy treatment by interpreting brain waves during electrode implantation surgery. This transformative approach could significantly reduce the time patients spend in the hospital, accelerating the identification and removal of seizure-generating brain regions, according to the paper published in Nature Communications Medicine. Learn more: https://mayocl.in/3CIp5M9

A desk operations specialist is often a patient's first interaction with Mayo Clinic, a crucial part of the their healthcare experience. This role assists the patient by scheduling appointments, preparing them for their care, and serving as a direct contact throughout their time at Mayo Clinic. This role is also vital to the flow of patients, ensuring that as many patients as possible receive dedicated care. If you are interested in contributing to the patient experience, consider a role as a Desk Operations Specialist! We are hiring for our Jacksonville location at an upcoming hiring event on Tuesday, November 26. No sign-up is necessary; show up. Tuesday, November 26, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. ET Vincent A. Stabile, North, Building, third floor in Jacksonville, Florida

Tyler Keller brings a unique vision to his team within Linen and Central Services, emphasizing the core values that keep him motivated: teamwork, respect, integrity, innovation, and excellence. Although a small team, they are achieving big things, driven by their commitment to each other and a shared mission to support clinical staff. Tyler likes to compare his team to a wrestling team, where every person's effort adds up to a team win. "When we each give our best, we elevate the whole group, creating an environment where everyone thrives," says Keller. If you know someone looking to join a team like Tyler's, consider joining one of our teams at Mayo Clinic: https://mayocl.in/40YZKHG #Teamwork #Innovation #Healthcare #Nursing #Career

Michael Wridt, a licensed schoolteacher at Mayo Clinic Children’s Center, uses 3D anatomical models to help young patients understand their medical conditions. These detailed models, produced in collaboration with the Anatomic Modeling Unit in Mayo Clinic Radiology, serve as valuable tools, not only aiding patient education but also supporting the medical team in the care process.⁠ ⁠ Innovation and education go hand in hand to empower patients and families. Check out these life-size models, which children then take home as a token of their strength and recovery.⁠ ⁠ #3Dmodeling #Pediatrics #teacher