Gillette Children’s is a specialized medical center dedicated to caring for children and young adults with complex medical needs, particularly those affecting movement, development, and overall function. The center has a long-standing role in supporting families by providing coordinated, compassionate care that addresses both medical and developmental challenges, with an emphasis on helping patients achieve greater independence and quality of life.
Its services focus on pediatric orthopaedics, neurology, neurosurgery, rehabilitation medicine, and related specialties. Care teams commonly treat conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, brain and spinal cord injuries, genetic disorders, and complex orthopaedic differences. In addition to medical and surgical care, the center integrates physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, assistive technology, and behavioral health services. This team-based approach allows treatment plans to be tailored to each child’s physical, emotional, and social needs as they grow.
Embedded within the St. Paul community, the center is easily reached from across the Twin Cities and is served by nearby public transportation routes as well as on-site parking options. The surrounding area includes other healthcare and family-oriented resources, contributing to a supportive environment for long-term care. What sets the center apart is its deep specialization in pediatric-onset conditions and its focus on continuity of care, often following patients from early childhood through adolescence and into young adulthood.