Wolfgang Gaertner
Expertise in
12
conditions
Expertise in
12
conditions
6525 France Avenue South, Suite 200, 
Edina, MN 

Overview

Wolfgang Gaertner is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota.

Dr. Gaertner is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

Dr. Gaertner is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2013. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 72 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Gaertner is currently accepting new patients.

Residency

American British Medical Center, Surgery - 2005

Specialties

Colorectal Surgery

Licenses

Colon & Rectal Surgery in MN

Board Certifications

Surgery (General Surgery): American Board Of Surgery, 2013

Fellowships

University of Minnesota-Surgery Department, Colon & Rectal - 2013
University of Minnesota-Surgery Department, Research - 2007

Hospital Affiliations

Fairview Lakes Health Services
M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital
Fairview Northland Regional Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Metropolitan Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

M Health Fairview Specialty Clinic Edina
6525 France Avenue South, Suite 200, Edina, MN 55435
Other Locations
M Health Fairview Colon and Rectal Surgery Clinic Minneapolis
909 Fulton Street Southeast, Floor 4, Minneapolis, MN 55455

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner

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Is Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner a top-rated expert for Ileostomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ileostomy, 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. Wolfgang Gaertner specialize in?

While Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ileostomy, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.

Does Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner has published 72 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ileostomy. You can view a list of Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner accept my insurance?

Dr. Wolfgang Gaertner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 952-848-8890 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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