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Dr. Brian Dees, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.2 (11)
Map Pin Small Fargo, ND
Accepting new patients
20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Brian Dees, MD

Dr. Brian Dees, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Fargo, ND. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 20 years of experience. They graduated from NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY / MERITCARE HOSPITAL CONSORTIUM and is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo. Patients rated Dr. Dees an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Dees works at Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic (Fargo) in Fargo, ND with other offices in Valley City, ND. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Dees' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Essentia Health-32nd Avenue Clinic (Fargo)
    3000 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (701) 364-8900
    Monday
    08:15 - 17:15
    Tuesday
    08:15 - 17:15
    Wednesday
    08:15 - 17:15
    Thursday
    08:15 - 17:15
    Friday
    08:15 - 17:15
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
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    Essentia Health-Valley City Clinic
    132 4th Ave NE, Valley City, ND 58072 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (701) 845-8060
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Essentia Health-Fargo

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    About Dr. Brian Dees, MD

    Specialties
    • Colorectal Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1255363693
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY / MERITCARE HOSPITAL CONSORTIUM
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