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Dr. Robert Gaertner, MD

General Surgery
4.3 (12)
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35 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Robert Gaertner, MD

Dr. Robert Gaertner, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Saint Paul, MN. They specialize in General Surgery, has 35 years of experience. They graduated from Georgetown U, School of Medicine and is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, River Falls Area Hospital and United Hospital.

Dr. Gaertner works at Metro Urology in Saint Paul, MN with other offices in Maplewood, MN and River Falls, WI. They frequently treat conditions like Enlarged Prostate (BPH) and Urinary Hesitancy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Gaertner's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Metro Urology
    6025 Lake Rd Ste 200, Saint Paul, MN 55125 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 999-6800
  2. 2
    Minnesota Urology PA
    2945 Hazelwood St Ste 220, Maplewood, MN 55109 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 999-6800
  3. 3
    Quest Diagnostics LLC Il
    1687 E Division St, River Falls, WI 54022 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (715) 425-6701

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital
  • M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital
  • River Falls Area Hospital
  • United Hospital

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    About Dr. Robert Gaertner, MD

    Specialties
    • General Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1942297171
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Lahey Clinic Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Massachusetts General Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Georgetown U, School of Medicine
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Gaertner has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Gaertner has seen patients for Enlarged Prostate (BPH) and Urinary Hesitancy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Gaertner on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Gaertner. 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. Gaertner.

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