January 19, 2023
The University of Minnesota and CentraCare are in discussions to create a new medical school that would focus on rural health.
The school, which would open in 2025, would be based in St. Cloud. The plan needs approval from the university's Board of Regents.
The partnership comes out of a desire to address the growing shortage of medical professionals in rural areas of the state. Rural patients have limited access to care, have to wait longer for appointments, travel further for care and have reduced services at clinics and hospitals.
The U of M opened its Duluth campus in 1972 to focus on rural health.
July 30, 2026
MMA members are encouraged to vote in Minnesota’s primary election on Tuesday, August 11. The primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election.
July 30, 2026
Early-bird pricing for the MMA’s 2026-2027 Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MNPLI) ends Friday, July 31 – take advantage of the $500 savings today.
July 30, 2026
This year, three physicians and one medical student are running for seats in the Minnesota Legislature.