Mark Claussen, MD

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A Specialist in General Surgery

Dr. Mark Claussen performs a broad range of general and minimally invasive surgeries. He specializes in procedures such as endoscopy and colonoscopy. He provides advanced laparoscopy and treats critical care and trauma patients.

Dr. Claussen specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of a wide range of diseases and conditions which involve the breast, stomach, esophagus, gallbladder, colon and hernias. He has a special passion for colorectal screening and education. 

He provides these services:

  • Abdominal surgery
  • Breast cancer surgery
  • Colon cancer surgery
  • Hernia repair
  • Laparoscopic surgery
  • Lung surgery
  • Treatment for gallbladder disorders

Dr. Claussen offers comprehensive care from evaluation and diagnosis to treating conditions needing surgical intervention.

He teaches medical and advanced practice professional students at Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota. He also serves as chairman of Sanford Bemidji's Green Committee.

Speaks: English

Specialties

Types of Care

(218) 333-5283

Background Information

Education & Training History

Residency:
General Surgery: Lutheran Hospital/Gunderson Clinic, LaCrosse, WI
Medical School:
Oral Roberts University School of Medicine, Tulsa, OK

Board Certifications:
American Board of Surgery

Idea of Care

Cancer and disease may be part of what a patient experiences. It becomes a part of who they are, but it does not define who they are and what they become. It is my privilege to be able to come alongside the patient and their families during these challenging times and bring hope, healing and encouragement.

Personal Interests

Dr. Claussen and his wife reside near Bemidji and have five children. His interests include reading, running and church.

Additional Locations

Edith Sanford Breast Center Bemidji

1233 34th St. NW.
Bemidji, Minnesota 56601

(218) 333-4624

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

1300 Anne St. NW.
Bemidji, Minnesota 56601

(218) 751-5430

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