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Dr. Paul Vietzen, MD
Overview of Dr. Paul Vietzen, MD
Dr. Paul Vietzen, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Minneapolis, MN. They specialize in General Surgery, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Vietzen an average 4.3 star rating.
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Dr. Vietzen's Office Locations
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Park Nicollet Health Care Products3931 Louisiana Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426 Directions (952) 993-3180
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Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, Minneapolis, MN 55426 Directions (952) 993-3123
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Park Nicollet Pharmacy St Louis Park3850 Park Nicollet Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416 Directions (952) 993-3700
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Office3900 Park Nicollet Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55416 Directions (952) 993-3123
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- Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital
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Bladder Diverticulum
Bowel Strangulation
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Crohn's Disease
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Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
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Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Lipomas
Lobular Carcinoma
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
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Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
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Colectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia
Incisional Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
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Inguinal Hernia
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Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
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Abdominal Pain
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Breast Cancer
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Breast Lump
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
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Gallstones
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Lipomas
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Ventral Hernia
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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
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Gallbladder Removal
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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
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Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
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Lumpectomy
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Mastectomy
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Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
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Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
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Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
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Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
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Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
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Ventral Hernia Repair Open
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Appendicitis
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Barrett's Esophagus
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Benign Mediastinal Tumor
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Bladder Diverticulum
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Bowel Strangulation
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Burn Injuries
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Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
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Colorectal Cancer
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Constipation
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Crohn's Disease
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Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
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Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
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Gallbladder Cancer
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Gastric Ulcer
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Hemorrhoids
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Hiatal Hernia
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Hyperparathyroidism
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Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Obstruction
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Lobular Carcinoma
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Lung Cancer
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
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Osteosarcoma
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
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Partial Lung Collapse
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
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Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
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Second-Degree Burns
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Secondary Malignancies
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Umbilical Hernia
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Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
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Abdominoplasty
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
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Acid Reflux Surgery
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Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
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Bile Duct Procedure
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Biopsy of Breast
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Breast Reconstruction
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Colectomy
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Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
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Duodenal Polypectomy
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Excision of Breast Tumor
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Excision of Stomach Tumor
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Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
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Gastrectomy
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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
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Hernia Repair
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Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
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Laparoscopic Appendectomy
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Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
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Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
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Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
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Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
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Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
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Port Placements or Replacements
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Puncture Aspiration
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Pyloromyotomy
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Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
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Wound Repair
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- Aetna
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- First Health
- HealthPartners
- Humana
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- Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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4.3
Average provider rating
Based on 7 ratings
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About Dr. Paul Vietzen, MD
Specialties*
- General Surgery
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Years of Experience
- 22 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
Languages Spoken
NPI Number
- 1851346753
NPI Number
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- University of Illinois College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
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Dr. Vietzen accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
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Dr. Vietzen has seen patients for Inguinal Hernia and Incisional Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Vietzen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Vietzen. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Vietzen.
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