Bringing great health care to Greater Minnesota

Access to health care in Greater Minnesota is a subject that troubles many leaders, citizens, and health care professionals. Roughly 25 percent of the state’s population lives in rural areas. It can take rural residents hours to drive to the nearest hospital or clinic to receive the care they need, especially if they require a specialist.

There’s a clear need for the next generation of care professionals to look for work beyond the metro area after graduation. Many U of M students are answering the call through the U of M’s Health Services Management program.

Ivy Braaten grew up in Roseau,—a t...