Monthly Archives: November 2010

Jacob Harpel’s Thanksgiving Story

November 25th, 2010 - 8:55 am

Eight-year-old Jacob Harpel from Glencoe, Minn., was diagnosed with a plum-sized brain tumor the day before Thanksgiving last year. He had aggressive brain surgery at Mayo Clinic in August to remove the tumor; with the surgery he had a 50% … Continue reading →

By Elizabeth Rice | Posted in Cancer, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pediatrics | Tagged brain tumor, Dr. Wetjen, EEG, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics, seizures | Comments (1)

Helping the Girls of the Congo – Overview

November 23rd, 2010 - 7:00 am

For those of you wanting to read through the entire series or for those wanting to find a specific part you may have missed, here is an overview post including links to all the series parts. Part One Part Two Part Three Part … Continue reading →

By makalajohnson | Posted in Development, International | Tagged Congo, Democratic, DRC, Girls, Mayo Clinic, Republic, sexual violence, Summary | Leave a comment

Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Fourteen

November 22nd, 2010 - 3:24 pm

Phil Fischer, M.D. is one of the Mayo Clinic physicians who recently went to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the video interview below, Dr. Fischer offers a personal reflection on the trip. He also explains the potential for … Continue reading →

By makalajohnson | Posted in International, Research | Tagged Congo, DRC, Mayo Clinic, Phil Fischer, Research | Comments (2)

Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Thirteen (Saturday & Thanks)

November 19th, 2010 - 10:59 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week, written by Dr. Deborah Rhodes. While this is the final update from their trip, please check for additional posts … Continue reading →

By Elizabeth Rice | Posted in International | Tagged Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dr. Deb Rhodes, DRC, V-day | Comments (1)

Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Twelve (More from Friday)

November 18th, 2010 - 2:03 pm

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week, written by Dr. Deborah Rhodes . “Dr. Sean Dowdy and Dr. Emanuel Trabuco had another long day in the … Continue reading →

By Elizabeth Rice | Posted in International, Pediatrics | Tagged Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dr. Deb Rhodes, Dr. Mukwege, DRC, fistula | Comments (1)

Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Eleven (Friday)

November 17th, 2010 - 7:00 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week. “We started the morning surrounded by the staff and patients of Panzi, gathered in the courtyard for morning prayers. … Continue reading →

By Elizabeth Rice | Posted in International | Tagged Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dr. Creedon, Dr. Dowdy, Dr. Fischer, Dr. Mukwege, Dr. Rhodes, Dr. Trabuco, DRC, Lois McGuire, Panzi Hospital | Comments (1)

Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Ten (Thursday)

November 16th, 2010 - 7:00 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week. “In the car on the way to Panzi, we had time to discuss with Dr. Mukwege a plan for … Continue reading →

By Elizabeth Rice | Posted in International | Tagged Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Dr. Mukwege, DRC, Panzi Hospital | Comments (1)

Celebrating Philanthropy to the Max

November 15th, 2010 - 4:22 pm

Philanthropy has long played a vital role in Mayo Clinic’s success. From Drs. Will and Charlie Mayo, who gave their estates to endow the clinic, to little six-year-old Emma, whose story appeared on Sharing Mayo Clinic just days ago, giving … Continue reading →