Service options for international patients

For more information on service options for international patients call,
612-775-4192 or
612-775-4126.

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• Interpreters and services for the hearing impaired

When individuals are seeking medical attention outside their home country, the timing, expertise and quality of care are essential.

At Abbott Northwestern Hospital, the service options available for international patients ensure that patients and their families will be well-cared for before they arrive, during their stay and after they leave. Nationally and internationally recognized expert medical and nursing care is provided in a supportive and healing environment. Some of the options available include:

• cardiovascular services
• neurology and neurosurgery
• oncology (cancer) care
• orthopaedic services
• radiology
• rehabilitation
• spine procedures
• a full range of imaging capabilities
• partnerships with Minnesota Oncology and Children’s Hospital – Minneapolis.

Personalized service

Abbott Northwestern provides a dedicated concierge to assist each international patient and their family members throughout their stay. The concierge can help:

• navigate the hospital system
• translate medical information
• arrange transportation and lodging
• set up financial accounts
• coordinate phone service and other communication tools
• organize family and kid-friendly activities.

Convenient location offers diverse options

Located in Minneapolis, Minn., Abbott Northwestern sits in the heart of a diverse, metropolitan community. Both Abbott Northwestern and Children’s Hospital – Minneapolis are a quick 15-minute drive from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Their convenient location offers visitors easy access to premiere shopping (Mall of America), dining, museums and cultural events. Both facilities are also connected through climate-controlled skyways and tunnels to well-suited hotel accommodations and additional dining and shopping options.

Midtown Global Market

The Midtown Global Market is the area’s premier, internationally themed public market with more than 50 independent locally owned businesses. In addition to several retail stores, the market offers cuisine from around the world, including Halal fresh meat, a produce market and an array of restaurants.

Additional food offerings on Abbott Northwestern’s campus include McDonald’s® – open 24/7 – the Skyway Cafe and the hospital’s cafeteria.

Sheraton Midtown Hotel

The Sheraton Midtown Hotel features the luxury of a club level and offers king executive rooms. One and two bedroom suites are also available. Each room includes an LG flat-panel TV, wired or wireless high-speed Internet access, and complimentary Starbucks Coffee® and specialty teas. The indoor heated pool, laundry facilities and exercise room are complimentary.