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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Anal Fissure near North Dakota, US. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    18 providers found
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Medcenter One Health Systems DME

      222 N 7th St, 
      Bismarck, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Douglas Berglund is a General Surgeon in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Berglund is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Sanford Medical Center Fargo

      801 Broadway N, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erik Fetner is a General Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Fetner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Medcenter One Health Systems DME

      222 N 7th St, 
      Bismarck, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Huck is a General Surgeon in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Huck is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Sanford Medical Center Fargo

      801 Broadway N, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Leonard Armstrong is a General Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Armstrong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Essentia Health-32ND Avenue Clinic (Fargo)

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lucas Holkup is a General Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Holkup has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Berdon Syndrome, Umbilical Hernia, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Essentia Health-32ND Avenue Clinic (Fargo)

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Dees is a General Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Dees is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Hernia Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Essentia Health-32ND Avenue Clinic (Fargo)

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Zachary Ernst is a General Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Ernst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Melanoma, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Ashley Hagel
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      CHI St. Alexius Health Williston General Surgery

      1500 14th St West, Ste 300, 
      Williston, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ashley Hagel is a General Surgeon in Williston, North Dakota. Dr. Hagel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Dr. Hagel is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert Guttormson
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      CHI St. Alexius Health General Surgery Clinic

      810 E Rosser Ave, 
      Bismarck, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Guttormson, MD, MHA, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. A Minot native, he earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his general surgery residency at an affiliate campus of Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Following residency, he practiced at Altru Health System in Grand Forks for over nine years, serving also as Assistant Professor of Surgery for the UND Surgical Residency. Dr. Guttormson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Innovis Health LLC

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kimberly Kolkhorst is a Gastroenterologist in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Kolkhorst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. Her top areas of expertise are Colitis, Achalasia, Ascites, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      401 N 9th St, 
      Bismarck, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gaylord Kavlie is a General Surgeon in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Kavlie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Tioga Medical Center

      810 N Welo St, 
      Tioga, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew Mccoy is a General Surgeon in Tioga, North Dakota. Dr. Mccoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome. Dr. Mccoy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Sanford Medical Center Fargo

      332 2nd Ave N, 
      Wahpeton, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jerome Guanciale is a General Surgeon in Wahpeton, North Dakota. Dr. Guanciale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, and Endoscopy. Dr. Guanciale is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Innovis Health LLC

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Settihalli Rajender is a Gastroenterologist in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Rajender is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Diverticular Disease, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Trinity Health

      400 Burdick Expy E, 
      Minot, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ira Michaelson is a Gastroenterologist in Minot, North Dakota. Dr. Michaelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Innovis Health LLC

      3000 32nd Ave S, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Bassett is a Gastroenterologist in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Bassett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      Gastroenterology

      Sanford Medical Center Fargo

      801 Broadway N, 
      Fargo, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Pletcher is a Gastroenterologist in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Pletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Anal Fissure
      General Surgery

      Sanford Bismarck

      222 N 7th St, 
      Bismarck, ND 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kimber Boyko is a General Surgeon in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Boyko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Anal Fissure. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cholecystitis, Barrett Esophagus, Parathyroidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Boyko is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Anal Fissure?

      An anal fissure is a small split or tear in the thin moist tissue (mucosa) lining the lower rectum (anus).

      When should I see an Anal Fissure doctor in North Dakota, US?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Anal Fissure doctor in North Dakota, US?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Anal Fissure doctors in North Dakota, US?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Anal Fissure doctors in North Dakota, US?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Anal Fissure doctor in North Dakota, US?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Anal Fissure doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Anal Fissure doctor in North Dakota, US?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Anal Fissure doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Anal Fissure doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Anal Fissure doctors in North Dakota, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Anal Fissure doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Anal Fissure doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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