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  • Surgery, Other Specialty
  • Accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • Sanford Bemidji Main Clinic 1233 34th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
  • (218) 333-5000

Brief Intro

As a general surgeon, Dr. Claussen specializes in the surgical treatment of a wide range of diseases and conditions which involve the breast, stomach, esophagus, pancreas, gallbladder, lower intestines, hernia, abdomen, chest, and vascular system. Dr. Claussen received his medical degree from the Oral Roberts University School of Medicine in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He completed his general surgery residency at Gunderson Clinic/Lutheran Hospital, Lacrosse, Wisconsin. Dr. Claussen is board certified in general surgery. This means that he has fulfilled the necessary criteria established by the regulating board and passed examinations that accredit him in the field of general surgery.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Lutheran Hospital

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Oral Roberts University School Of Medicine - 1989

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Sanford Bemidji Main Clinic
  • 1233 34th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Surgery
  • Other Specialty

Conditions Addressed

  • Ventral Hernia
  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Skin Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Femoral Hernia
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Female Breast
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Breast Disorders
  • Appendicitis
  • Inguinal Hernia
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Procedures Performed

  • Mastectomy
  • Skin Surgery
  • Hernia Repair
  • Breast Biopsy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Hemorrhoid Procedures
  • Esophageal Dilatation
  • Skin Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Appendectomy
  • Small Bowel Resection
  • Thoracoscopy
  • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
  • Mastectomy
  • Breast Biopsy
  • Small Bowel Resection
  • Appendectomy
  • Sigmoidoscopy
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Medicare
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Medicaid
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  • Children's Hospital 7
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