Safe at St. Luke’s

Dr. Carley Udland shares how her team cares for kids in the hospital

By Claire Kiger

“Iwasalready a mom when I started medical school,” said Dr. Carley Udland, pediatric hospitalist at St. Luke’s. “So, I’ve never been a doctor without also being a mom.”

Now having three children with her husband, John, Dr. Udland understands the experience of parenthood on an even deeper level. “I completely get it,” she said. “All the complexities, joys, fears and questions that come with being a mom – I’ve been there. I’m still there! Raising kids is like having your whole heart outside your body.”

Dr. Udland knows how important it is for parents to be certain that their kids are safe. That’s why she’s proud to be part of a team of pediatric hospitalists. By offering 24/7 specialized pediatric care, this team makes sure that every baby, kid and teen gets the care they need at St. Luke’s.

What’s a pediatric hospitalist?

Many doctors split their time between seeing patients in clinic and in the hospital. However, a hospitalist is a doctor who focuses on caring for patients who need to be hospitalized. A pediatric hospitalist has specialized training to care for children in the hospital.

“Our job is to help kids who need to stay overnight at St.

Luke’s,” she said. “That covers everyone from healthy newborns to 17-year-old trauma patients.”

Dr. Udland’s team is committed to being on the leading edge of the most current hospital-based testing, diagnosis and treatment of pediatric conditions.

Pediatric hospitalists can be found throughout St. Luke’s. They care for patients in the Pediatric Inpatient Unit, attend every C-section, and consult in the Emergency Department as well as anywhere else a pediatric patient may be in the hospital. Much of their focus is on newborns in the Birthing Center.

Expert care for newborns

“One of the best parts of the job is working with new families,” said Dr. Udland. “We greet each newborn when they come into the world by doing routine checkups and talking with the parents. It helps everyone get started on the right foot.”

They provide additional care for babies who need extra attention.

“We can treat complications like respiratory issues and neonatal abstinence syndrome, offer high flow oxygen therapy and administer IV medications.”

This nursery is currently being remodeled with additional features and improved technology.

“We’re all really excited for the remodel,” said Dr. Udland. “One of the best features is the private parent and baby suites. So, if you come to St. Luke’s and your baby needs extra care, you won’t have to be separated from them. You’ll have a suite right in the nursery.”

St. Luke’s Specialized Care Nursery is scheduled to open in summer 2022.

Caring for kids at St. Luke’s

After working with several other healthcare systems in different parts of the country, Dr. Udland is proud to be at St.

Luke’s.

“We’re always adapting to what our community needs,” Dr. Udland said, “and people notice it. I meet lots of families who feel really cared for by St. Luke’s. I really appreciate being part of something like that.”

She also appreciates the team of pediatric hospitalists with whom she works.

“They are a great group,” she said. “We all work together for the good of our patients.”

This group includes Drs. Jordan Blessing, Maria Obaid and Emily Korman. Each of them is a parent, and each shares Dr. Udland’s passion for caring for children.

All this means that compassionate, expert care is always atthe-ready for kids at St. Luke’s – no matter what their age. From the moment they come to the hospital to the moment they leave, they will have immediate, safe and attentive care from a specially trained pediatric hospitalist and from other expert caregivers. So, parents can rest easy knowing that their kids are safe at St. Luke’s.

To learn more about inpatient care for children at St. Luke’s or meet the team of pediatric hospitalists, visit slhduluth.com/ CareforKids. D

Samantha Roffers, a Moose Lake writer, believes it’s important to shop for things you love and feel comfortable in. Everyone’s style is unique and that’s what makes it so special.

By Samantha Roffers

Hello, dear readers!

Welcome back to another fabulous issue of The Woman Today. I hope this issue finds you well. I am happy to say I think summer has officially made its way to the Northland. Everything is so green from our very rainy April and May. The birds are chirping in the morning, and the frogs are chirping at night. My garden seems to double in size every day and the chickens are happy to scratch the earth again. The lawn is back to weekly mowing and the kids are out of school for the summer. There is something so rewarding about spring for us Minnesotans. It’s almost as if we can all let out a collective sigh of relief, we made it through another winter! I truly think no one appreciates a warm spring day quite like us Northerners. Time to have fun in the sun and soak up all that Vitamin D that we possibly can. For this issue we pick up from where we left off in our May/June issue with more looks from our visit to Benders in Duluth. We found so many adorable outfits it was impossible to fit them all into one issue! Enjoy. D

by Sam

This look is so bright and fun — the ultimate lounging look, in my opinion. This vibrant button-down with frayed edges pairs perfectly with these funky capris. The capris feature a gorgeous beading around the bottom, light wash, frayed edges and offers a generous amount of stretch. This outfit is perfect for any occasion. I paired this with these solid black sandals. These are so comfortable and feature a hidden velcro adjustment, a perfect way to accommodate many different foot shapes.

2This outfit is absolutely stunning. This coral and floral bombshell top is so fun and gorgeous. It features an adorable tied waist at the bottom, three-quarter sleeves and a beautiful, flowy detail on the neckline. This top has a perfect fit and pairs wonderfully with jeans. You could easily pair this top with shorts for a casual spring day or slacks for work. This color and pattern is sure to brighten your day! I paired it with black flats with adorable detailing.

3This third look is so beautiful. You could easily wear this outfit during the spring, summer, fall and winter. This comfy cardigan with its beautiful sage color and adorable detailing can be paired with many different colors and patterns. It is thick enough to keep you warm on a chilly morning, but is also soft and breathable. This floral sleeveless top I paired it with is adorable and so flattering. It is a perfect spring and summer top and could be worn alone or with your favorite jacket or sweater. I kept the black flats from the previous outfit, giving it a perfect business casual feel. You could dress this whole look up or down — either way you are sure to be complimented.