The Teddy Bear Clinic is an engaging, hands-on experience designed to help children feel comfortable in medical and dental settings while promoting age-appropriate health and wellness education. Facilitated by local medical staff from Mankato Clinic, Orthopedic & Fracture Clinic (OFC), and Pediatric and Adolescent Dentistry. Attending the clinic, children will receive a new teddy bear serve as the “patient.” While supplies last.
At the clinic, Children will work side-by-side with healthcare professionals as they perform checkups, administer treatments, and even explore mock medical procedures. With child-friendly tools, miniature lab coats, and guided activities, kids learn about healthy habits, the importance of regular checkups, and oral healthcare—all while having fun in a welcoming environment.
The Teddy Bear Clinic fosters curiosity, empathy, and confidence, turning healthcare into a positive and playful experience for children and their families.
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