MN Women's Care Provider Profile
Dr. Kristin Sanders-Gendreau
For more than three decades, Dr. Gendreau has provided whole child care – from infancy to "summer after high school" for many, many kids in the St. Paul/Minneapolis metro. Her skills as a pediatrician are recognized by parents who have said "we value your professionalism, your kindness, your thoroughness and your humanity above all." We are delighted to welcome her to Minnesota Women's Care.
As a pediatrician, Dr. Gendreau provides complete care to all children with a wholistic/integrative approach to healing and wellness. She provides:
- General care of infants, children and teens;
- Mental health care - ADHD, anxiety, depression;
- Culturally-sensitive care; and
- Navigation for families with a child with special needs.
What her patients have said
With Dr. Gendreau's extensive experience, she often receives glowing comments about the care she provides. This includes these quotes from patients;
"you have literally made our lives better every time we see you. Thank you for everything you have done, for all the resources, for not just listening but hearing our concerns."
"we always appreciate how we never feel rushed, how genuinely heard we feel and how we're included in decisions about our kid's care. You consistently listen with empathy and adapt plans when needed. It's been a privilege to receive such thoughtful collaborative care..."
" you are a gifted diagnostician and so supportive, trusted and well-loved by our family"
"you are such a thoughtful doctor who knows your patients as whole people..."
"Thank you for being my doctor, your (sic) so nice to me..."
"your kindness, patience and support have meant more to us than words can express. You were calm, always listened, and professional. Your reassurance through illness, troubles and worries helped us be more confident parents. It's hard to put into words what it means to have a doctor who truly cares....."
"you kept us feeling solid when so much was new"
"she is so patient and listens to my kids with care. She knows our kids so well...."
In Her Own Words
About her work as a pediatrician, Dr. Gendreau says:
"I try to listen first and really understand where my patients and families are coming from. I use both conventional and integrative approaches to promote health and to work on easing the challenges of disease. I like my patients and families to understand the "why" of things that I recommend."
In Real Life
Dr. Gendreau is married and has two grown children. When she has the time, she loves cooking, hiking, reading and travel.
Education
Pediatrics Residency
University of Wisconsin
Medical School
University of Wisconsin
Undergraduate Education
Psychology and Pre-med
University of Notre Dame
