Welcome to the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation

Welcome to the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation, where we are working to create a world without heart disease.
To find out more about our research and education programs, please use the navigation bar above.

2010 Summer Research Internship Program

We are pleased to announce that the application period for the 2010 MHIF Summer Research Internship Program is now open! The application deadline is Sunday, February 7, 2010. The internship program gives interns professional experience in the areas of research and cardiovascular health care.

MHIF is seeking diverse pool of interns based on a combination of demonstrated academic performance, leadership and career aspirations in the field of cardiology and/or research. Internships are full-time, paid and last 10-12 weeks.

In Touch with Heart Health Screening 2010

Join us for the In Touch with Heart Health Screening Event on Saturday, February 20 and Monday, February 22, 2010. This screening will help you understand your current cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure levels. In addition to your personal heart health profile results, you will have an opportunity to take part in heart health presentations and displays to better understand what you can do to keep your heart healthy. Join us in creating a world without heart disease.

Women and Heart Disease: A Summit to Eliminate Untimely Deaths in Women to be held 4/29/10 at the Marquette Hotel

MHIF is pleased to announce a Minnesota initiative to identify and address gender inequalities in care for women with heart disease. We have partnered with Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota to host a summit that will feature keynote addresses and panel discussions with a wide variety of regional and national experts.

For more information, visit the following pages: Summit Overview, Agenda, Planning Committee, Faculty.

Now Playing: 27th Annual Spirit of the Heart Gala Video

We invite you to watch a six-minute video from the 2009 MHIF Gala that provides information about the Foundaton and its 2009 accomplishments.

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