Since being founded 125 years ago, Bethesda has grown from a small community hospital to the largest long-term acute care hospital in the region. Find out about our rich history.

We work to empower patients to overcome barriers, make the most of their abilities and talents, and reinvent their lives as rich and meaningful.

We’re different from other rehabilitation facilities because we provide integrated programs – treating the physical, emotional, spiritual and social aspects of each individual.

Annual Brain Injury Conference

Our 9th Annual Conference on Brain Injury will be held at the Northland Inn on September 22 and 23. All interested health care providers are invited to attend.

This year's focus is Managing Challenging Situations in Brain Injury Care: Getting Help with Your Most Difficult Patients.

Register online for the conference.

CEO Named One of "25 Women to Watch"

Cathy Barr, CEO of Bethesda Hospital, has been named a 2008 recipient of the "25 Women to Watch in the Twin Cities" by Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal. 

Barr was selected based on her professional achievements, her leadership qualities and drive, and her potential to be in the business community spotlight for years to come.

Always an innovator, Barr's career reflects her ability to make quality care and patient satisfaction a top priority. She has also helped create a workplace that is vibrant and respectful.

Barr is a nine-year veteran of HealthEast executive leadership. Before joining Bethesda she served as Vice President for Community Based Services and as Home Care Senior Director.

Barr and the other award recipients will be honored at a luncheon hosted by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal on July 16.