Overview
Drew Gerdes, MD, is originally from Central Texas, where he received his bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Austin, and his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. Dr. Gerdes decided to go west for residency training and came to St. Mary's for the full-spectrum training, the incredibly friendly people and the Rocky Mountains.He is thrilled to now be a part of the St. Mary's faculty where he enjoys practicing full-spectrum family medicine alongside our residents. His current areas of interest include pediatrics, inpatient medicine and resident/physician wellness. When away from the residency, he can be found running, hiking or skiing with his wife Shannon and their dog.
His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Potassium Level, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
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Locations
2698 Patterson Road, St. Mary's Family Residency Practice, Entrance 42, Grand Junction, CO 81506
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes by calling their office at 970-298-2800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Low Potassium Level, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew W. Gerdes accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 970-298-2800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Gerdes isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- CellulitisDr. Gerdes isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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- Dubin-Johnson SyndromeDr. Gerdes isExperienced. Learn about Dubin-Johnson Syndrome.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Gerdes isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.