Excelen educates future researchers—both scientists and physicians—by conducting orthopaedic research on innovative surgical and rehabilitative techniques. Please refer to our research activities for examples of typical projects associated with this activity.

For a list of the over 100 researchers and medical professionals who have been mentored through Excelen, please contact us.

Our focus is on giving researchers, surgeons, and trainers a professional and smooth experience which reflects not only our company, but yours.

• 102 seat theatre style auditorium
• 916 square foot multipurpose room with flat panel monitor for smaller group meetings, catering, receptions and break-out sessions. Green room for speaker preparation.
• Full audio/visual equipment for video, digital data projection, and satellite conferencing
• Video conference-read
• Podium and wireless microphones
• Conference room for remote observation of the skills lab.

Immediately adjacent to the auditorium, the Excelen Bio-Skills laboratory is a 2,024 square foot space, spotless and well ventilated. It contains:

• Open to all specialities
• Nine whole body workstations with operating room lighting and suction
  
• C-arm radiology set-ups with lead aprons
  
• Full complement of surgical tools /equipment
• Full line of saws and drills with all the attachments
• Eight moveable arthroscopy towers
• Color monitors with feed from local camera or recorded footage
• Video camera set-up for recording documentation or live transmission
• Walk-in freezer/cooler for specimen storage
• Complete set-up for cadaver and “sawbones” exercises
• Additional private two station room for smaller events

When you plan an event at Excelen, you have access to:

• Multiple full cadaver or tissue specimens,
• Full/partial dissection services to meet your training/procedural needs
• Specimen/station set-up to your specifications
• Multiple day specimen storage and prep
• All specimen acquisition and disposal performed by Excelen*, but we can coordinate with your group if you prefer to manage this directly.
• Certified radiology technician upon request
  
• Access to specialty surgical tools through cooperative arrangement with Hennepin County Medical Center. Last minute equipment or implement needs can be quickly resolved.

Our on-site conference manager/event planner supports the smooth planning of your event, arranging for on-site AV technicians who provide resources and assistance, as needed, during your session. Video/audio recording, editing, and production services are available.

* Excelen acquires cadaveric specimens from multiple accredited sites using approved protocols for acquisition, preparation, storage, and disposal. Our primary site is the University of Minnesota Anatomy Bequest Program.Serology testing is performed and cleared prior to acceptance of cadaver specimens into the facility. We adhere to the highest professional standards, maintain state of the art specimen storage, and professional dissection services to individually prepare for each customer’s requirements.

Cadaver handling, preparation, and cremation are accomplished with the utmost sensitivity and dignity.

Our staff works with you to design an event that fits your group and budget.

Catering/Dining

Your event planner will provide high quality catering menus and options, whether meals or snacks/beverages. Excellent restaurants are also within easy walking distance for your program participants.

Lodging

Located near the Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis, Excelen is just blocks from major hotels and downtown Minneapolis activities.  A list of discounted hotels is also available.

Parking

Free parking in front of the facility with additional ramp parking available at the 1010 Metrodome ramp just across the street. Excelen is also just a short walk from the Metrodome Light Rail Station, which provides easy access to downtown, the airport, and Mall of America.