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Dr. James Wagner, MD

Dr. James Wagner, MD

Critical Care Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Wagner, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Bemidji, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mayo Clinic in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck and Alomere Health.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

1233 34th St NW Bemidji, MN 56601

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(218) 333-5000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wagner specializes in the areas of Critical Care Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Critical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wagner's Reviews

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About Me

biography

Dr. James Wagner, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Bemidji, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Mayo Clinic in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck and Alomere Health.

  • Critical Care Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Mayo Clinic

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Critical Care Surgery
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sanford Medical Center Fargo1233 34th St NW Bemidji, MN 56601
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Sanford Health of Northern Minnesota1300 Anne St NW Bemidji, MN 56601
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Practice

Fairview Range Medical Center750 E 34th St Hibbing, MN 55746
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Practice

CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck900 E Broadway Ave Bismarck, ND 58501
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alomere Health

    111 17th Ave E
    Alexandria, MN 56308
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHI St. Alexius Health Bismarck

    900 E Broadway Ave
    Bismarck, ND 58501
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

    1300 Anne St NW
    Bemidji, MN 56601
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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