General Practitioners

• Osteoporosis
• Warts
• Arthritis
• Plantar Fasciitis
• Medical Weight Loss
  Note: St. Francis does not routinely separate families from their newborns due to positive or pending COVID-19 test results. While you are with us at the St. Francis Family Birth Place, we continue to encourage you to "room-in" with your baby. Rooming-in keeps your baby where he or she feels safest, which is with you. When babies room-in, benefits include better feeding, less crying and less weight loss.
• Nutritional Counseling
  Nutrition counseling and education at St. Francis Regional Medical Center are provided as outpatient services in the St. Francis Health Clinic, located inside of the St. Francis Cancer Center.
• Pediatric Care
• Primary Care
  Contact your primary care physician to order the test for you; once ordered, call Diagnostic Services at 952.428.2151 to schedule your screening.
• Smoking Cessation
• Ear Infections
• Sleep Disorders
  Sleep studies are tests that watch what happens to your body during sleep. These studies are used to monitor, diagnose and suggest treatment for a variety of sleep disorders to help patients improve their health and quality of life.
• Family Practice
  Dr. Johnson is passionate about patients and providing them with the safest and highest quality of care available. Great doctors like to work with other great doctors, and Dr. Johnson believes this is certainly the culture reflected at St. Francis. In his leadership role, he works with strategic initiatives, the quality and safety department, and the hospital's medical staff. In addition, he serves as the Allina Utilization Management Medical Director. Dr. Johnson also provides patient care at St. Francis Jordan Clinic. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and completed his family medicine residency at Methodist Hospital. With more than 23 years of medical experience, he is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians and American College of Physician Advisors. Monte enjoys wake surfing, fishing and skiing. He and his family live in the southwest metropolitan area.
• Emergency Care
  For example, if you received anesthesia during your hospital stay, you may receive a bill from the anesthesiologist and a bill for your hospital care, or if you were seen in the Emergency Department and had various tests or labs, you may receive bills for labs separate from your Emergency Department bill.
• Colonoscopy
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Pneumonia
• Immunizations
  Currently, vaccines are available from various locations in Minnesota. With information and recommendations changing often, if you have questions about the vaccine, consult the trusted resources below.

Gynecologists

• Pelvic Pain
• Pregnancy
• Labor and Delivery
  The St. Francis Family Birth Place is home to experienced labor and delivery providers from both Allina Health and Park Nicollet. Resources from both leading health systems support safe, high-quality and compassionate care. We're located close to home in the suburbs, but we offer many of the services you'd expect at a hospital in the city, including a water birth suite, integrative therapies such as aromatherapy and access to a lactation consultant.

Internists

• Gastroenterology
• Ovarian Cancer
• Colon Cancer
  Our gastroenterologists specialize in diagnosing, managing and treating diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract including inflammatory bowel disease, esophageal disorders, hepatology, colon cancer, and diseases of the pancreas and bile ducts.
• Endoscopy
  Our expert gastroenterologists receive dedicated training in endoscopy, the use of narrow, flexible lighted tubes with built-in video cameras, to thoroughly assess a patient's symptoms and prescribe effective treatment.
• Urinary Tract Infection
  Minor illnesses: strep, cold or cough, COVID symptoms, allergies, ear pain, mono, pink eye, sinus pain, urinary tract infection, motion sickness prevention, fever and eye irritation.
• Cancer Care
  Medical oncology and hematology services at St. Francis are performed by providers from St. Francis and Park Nicollet. The St. Francis Cancer Center oncology and hematology team identifies personalized treatments and tools for each patient. Patients consult with a multi-specialty team of support services and caregivers via the robust resources at St. Francis. With a state-of-the-art infusion center, all aspects of a patient's cancer care journey are just steps apart.

Neurologists

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  Wrist and hand—arthritis, basilar thumb osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel, Dupuytren's contracture, fractures, ganglion cysts, mallet finger injuries, trigger finger, arthritis, fractures.
• Autism

Psychiatrists

• Mental Health
• Anxiety

Endocrinologist

• Diabetes Care
• Thyroid

Radiologist

• Ultrasound
  Echocardiograms are heart ultrasounds that are useful to evaluate the structure and function of the heart and associated vessels. Heart ultrasounds provide moving pictures of your heart that allow your doctor to evaluate your heart's health. This ultrasound uses the same technology that allows doctors to see an unborn baby inside a pregnant mother.
• MRI
  A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a radiology test that uses magnetism, radio waves and a computer to produce images of internal body structures. The image produced by MRI is quite detailed and can detect tiny changes in structures within the body. We provide music for you to listen to during your test to help with relaxation.
• Radiology
  Therapeutic injections, offered as part of St. Francis' interventional radiology program, are performed by specialized medical doctors, called radiologists, from Consulting Radiologists, Ltd.
• X-Rays
• Nuclear Medicine
  Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of a special radiotracer material detected by special cameras that work with computers to provide precise pictures. The amount of radiation from a nuclear medicine procedure is comparable to that received during a diagnostic x-ray. Nuclear medicine can help detect tumors, irregular or inadequate blood flow to various tissues, blood cell disorders, and inadequate functioning of organs.
• Mammography
  St. Francis offers both 2-D and 3-D digital mammography. While 2-D digital mammography is still the standard of care for breast cancer screening, 3-D mammography, or breast tomosynthesis, is a new option for a screening. 3-D mammography is beneficial in all women, but may be most helpful in women with dense breast tissue, women at high risk for breast cancer or women with a personal history of breast cancer. A few insurance companies are not yet reimbursing for the total amount of a 3-D mammogram screenings, so please check with your insurance company.
• Computed Tomography
  A CT scan is a test that takes pictures of structures within the body created by a computer that compiles x-ray images and turns them into pictures on a screen. The CT can reveal some soft-tissue and other structures that cannot be seen in conventional x-rays. St. Francis' Dual Source Definition Scanner is one of the fastest, most sophisticated CT scanners available, revolutionizing heart care.
• Chemotherapy
  The Cancer Center care team provides up-to-date information for St. Francis patients and their families in free, one-hour classes. During this class, you will learn about chemotherapy treatment, what to expect, side effects and other important topics. Family members and loved ones are encouraged to attend as well to better understand what their loved one is experiencing and how they can best provide support.
• Radiation Therapy
  Radiation therapy is a form of cancer treatment that uses strong beams of energy to kill cancer cells or keep them from growing and dividing. Sophisticated equipment and techniques treat even the rarest types of cancer, relieve adverse symptoms and improve quality of life. The technology used for radiation treatment delivers higher doses of radiation to a smaller treatment target. The result is more precise treatment delivery and minimal side effects. Learn more about MRO.
• Radiation Oncology
  Sophisticated programs, clinical trial enrollment and leading technology are available at the St. Francis Cancer Center, located in Shakopee. With a state-of-the-art infusion center, a newly-remodeled medical oncology clinic and radiation oncology in one location, patients with cancer can receive expert care, close to home.
• Interventional Radiology
  Interventional Radiology uses minimally-invasive procedures to diagnose and treat various disorders and pain by using images of the patient (x-Ray and ultrasound) to guide radiologists in delivering treatments via a small puncture in the skin.

Surgeons

• General Surgery
  Kanitta Rentfrow began her role as director of operations in 2020, after previously serving as director of surgical services and materials management at St. Francis. Rentfrow oversees surgical services, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, sleep center, cardiac rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging and environmental services, and advises on materials management, nutrition services and the hospital's laboratory. Prior to joining St. Francis, Rentfrow worked at various healthcare organizations in the Twin Cities and Chicago area, and she has more than 20 years of leadership experience. She has a bachelor’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Southern Illinois University, a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Catherine University, and an MBA with a healthcare focus from the University of St. Thomas. She is a certified in executive nursing practice and public health. She is active in her community as a community board member of the River Valley YMCA, a volunteer coordinator for Fare for All (a program of the food group), a member of The Academies of Shakopee Steering Committee and a volunteer member of the Saints Foundation. Rentfrow lives in Burnsville with her husband, daughter, two dogs and four chickens. She and her family enjoy cooking and attending local theatre. Rentfrow loves the community feeling of St. Francis and feeling like we are a family taking care of each other.
• Orthopedics
  St. Francis Regional Medical Center has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that St. Francis is in the top 2% of 4,729 U.S. hospitals offering orthopedics services. To learn more about St. Francis' award, click here.
• Sciatica
• Pinched Nerve
• Ankle Surgery
  St. Francis' comprehensive orthopedics and spine department includes specialists from Allina Health Orthopedics, TRIA, Park Nicollet Orthopedics and Twin Cities Spine to provide specialized care in sports medicine; joint reconstruction of the hip, knee and shoulder; spine surgery; foot, hand and ankle surgery; and complex fracture treatment.
• Joint Replacement
  In order to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 and in accordance with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Minnesota Department of Health and the United States Surgeon General, St. Francis has decided to stop all instructor-led joint replacement pre-surgery education classes until further notice. Links below will cover pre-procedure information. The first video is a brief introduction to knee and hip replacements, the second video is a full recording of a pre-surgery education class.
• Otolaryngology
  Otolaryngology focuses on the treatment of ear, nose and throat conditions, commonly known as ENT. The ENT team at St. Francis Regional Medical Center is experienced in the care of patients of all ages. We are especially pleased to provide a comfortable experience for children.
• Hip Replacement
• Knee Replacement

Plastic Surgeons

• Breast Reconstruction
  St. Francis offers screening, diagnosis, education, support and treatment for women with breast cancer and other breast-related problems. We coordinate our services with emphasis on patient education and decision-making assistance. Our combined team of board-certified oncologists, breast surgeons, radiologists, plastic surgeons, care navigators and other specialists are experts in treating even the most complex cases of breast cancer. Our specialists have expertise in lumpectomy, mastectomy, breast reconstruction, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormonal and biological therapies, and other treatments.
• Gynecomastia

Dermatologists

• Skin Cancer
  The St. Francis Cancer Center is a Commission on Cancer (CoC) accredited program. To earn CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet or exceed the CoC quality care standards, be evaluated every three years through a survey process and maintain levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Cyst
• Eczema
  Skin treatments: lice, impetigo, rash, ringworm, skin infections, styes, cold and canker sores, poison ivy, scabies, shingles, eczema and hives.
• Lesions
  St. Francis' mobile digital PET/CT scanner offers the most advanced technology available, meaning community members with cancer won't need to travel to the Twin Cities for the most up-to-date technology. The state-of-the-art digital PET/CT scanner is stationed outside the St. Francis Cancer Center two days a week and features faster scans that can detect smaller cancerous lesions with lower radiation doses, all while producing higher-quality images in a welcoming, comfortable environment.
• Skin Care
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Physical Therapists

• Sports Medicine
  The orthopedic team at St. Francis includes specialists from both Park Nicollet and Allina Health, plus services offered through St. Francis Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine, to offer full orthopedic care to our community!
• Physical Therapy
  Physical therapists help your child physically participate in daily activities. For older children, we address physical disabilities and issues with strength, coordination, balance and physical endurance. For younger children, we help each child achieve gross motor milestones such as rolling, sitting, crawling and walking. We specialize in services for infants diagnosed with plagiocephaly and torticollis. We also assist in the selection and use of adaptive equipment for your child's mobility and home programming needs.
• Occupational Therapy
  For an occupational therapy appointment, please fill out the following form in addition to the General PT/OT/Speech pre-evaluation packet.
• Frozen Shoulder
  Shoulder and elbow—AC joint separation, arthritis, dislocation, fractures, frozen shoulder, labral tear, rotator cuff tear, shoulder impingement, cubital tunnel syndrome, fractures, lateral epicondylitis, medial epicondylitis.
• Neck Pain
• Back Pain
• Aquatic Therapy
• Manual Therapy
• Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

Podiatrists

• Ankle Sprain
  Foot and ankle—Achilles tendon rupture, arthritis, bunion, fractures, hammer toe, plantar fasciitis, sprained ankle, tendinitis.
• Hammertoes
• Plantar Fasciitis

Allergists

• Allergies