You want the best health, so it makes sense that you want the best health care team, too. At HealthPartners, we have hundreds of incredible care providers, giving you many choices when looking for a doctor who fits your needs and care preferences.

Our doctors are often recognized for providing the highest level of care. In fact, more than 100 of our doctors were recently named to Minnesota Monthly’s 2024 Top Doctors list. For some, this is a repeat honor, having made the list in previous years. Some are also among those named 2024 Rising Stars and Top Doctors by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine.

To create their yearly Top Doctors list, Minnesota Monthly contacts thousands of doctors in the Twin Cities metro area and Olmsted County. Each doctor is asked to share three doctors within each specialty area that they’d recommend to others. The honorees for the year are those with the most votes.

If you’re looking for your own “top doctor” to be part of your care team, you want someone you’re comfortable with and trust to help you reach your health goals. Below, you’ll be able to meet this year’s Top Doctors and explore doctors across a variety of specialties.

Our 2024 Minnesota Monthly Top Doctor honorees

Select a specialty to learn more about top doctors and find your own top doctor.

Allergy and immunology

Depend on our top-rated allergists to help you get relief from seasonal, skin and food allergies.

• Mollie L. Alpern, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Clinic, Saint Paul
• Pamela J. Harris, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park
• Andrew S. Nickels, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park
• Supriya Varadarajulu, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park

Anesthesiology

Our expert anesthesiologists are ready to help you with local or general anesthesiology for surgeries and other procedures.

• Lawrence John Bertram, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington and Park Nicollet Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Saint Louis Park

Cardiology and cardiac surgery

Our board-certified cardiologists and cardiac surgeons provide complete heart health, including preventive care, managing chronic conditions and recovery support.

• Douglas R. Baldwin, MD | Regions Hospital – The Heart Center
• Bernard S. Harrison, MD | Park Nicollet Heart and Vascular Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Balaji Krishnan, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Timothy J. Kroshus, MD | Regions Hospital – The Heart Center
• Pamela R. Paulsen, MD | Regions Hospital – The Heart Center
• Jay Scott Simonson, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Colon and rectal surgeon

Our award-winning colon and rectal surgeons provide expert care for colon cancer, rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas and more.

• George Eric Belzer, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• David J. Willis, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Cosmetic surgery

If you’d like to enhance your appearance, our award-winning cosmetic surgeons can help.

• Anthony J. DeAngelis, MD | Park Nicollet Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis Park
• Harley S. Dresner, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Jane A. Nemecek, MD | Park Nicollet Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis Park

Critical care medicine

Our award-winning critical care doctors provide compassionate care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.

• Sara E. Erickson, MD | HealthPartners Regions Specialty Clinics, Saint Paul
• Nicolette Myers, MD | Park Nicollet Sleep Disorder Center, Saint Louis Park
• David E. Niccum, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul

Dermatology

Depend on top-rated dermatologists to provide expert care for your skin, hair and nails, helping to manage conditions like acne and hair loss, and monitoring your skin for signs of cancer.

• Alison K. Adams, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Saint Louis Park
• Cari Gibbs Dakin, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Saint Louis Park
• Sara A. Hylwa, MD | Park Nicollet Contact Dermatitis Clinic, Minneapolis
• Jeannie T. Larson, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Maple Grove
• Kia K. Lilly, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Saint Louis Park
• Karla S. Rosenman, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Saint Louis Park
• Larisa S. Speetzen, MD | Park Nicollet Dermatology, Saint Louis Park

Emergency medicine

No matter the situation, our emergency medicine team provides compassionate care and expert solutions.

• Karl J. LaFleur, MD | Regions Hospital

Endocrinology and metabolism

Our award-winning doctors care for a range of endocrine conditions, including diabetes, thyroid disease, bone and calcium disorders, adrenal disease and hypogonadism – in both children and adults.

• Jacklyn M. Ellickson, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Laura M. Gandrud Pickett, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park
• Christopher T. Kodl, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul

Family medicine

Find top-rated family medicine doctors to provide a range of care to people of all ages – everything from treating minor injuries to managing conditions like allergies.

• Elizabeth K. Hebl, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic, Chanhassen
• Alexandra Oleinik, DO | Park Nicollet Clinic Brooklyn Center, Brookdale
• Suzanne F. Permuth, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic, Eagan
• Rolf J. Simonson, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic, Chanhassen
• Clayton T. Wagner, MD | HealthPartners Clinic, Apple Valley
• Jennifer L. Woodland, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park

Gastroenterology

Find award-winning digestive health care for celiac disease, gastric reflux, liver and pancreatic disorders, gastrointestinal cancers, irritable bowel syndrome and more.

• Alyssa M. Anderson, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Anupama U. Nookala, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• David R. Stolpman, MD | Park Nicollet Digestive and Endoscopy Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

General surgery

Our talented surgeons perform a range of surgeries. No matter what type of surgery you need, you'll find compassionate expertise and a customized treatment plan.

• Amy C. Fox, MD | Regions Hospital – The Breast Health Center
• Brian C. Grubbs, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Jennifer A. Haas, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Keith M. Heaton, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Jennifer A. Haas, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center – Surgery, Saint Paul
• Keith M. Heaton, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Kevin J. Ose, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park
• Kristen N. Ritter , MD | HealthPartners Cancer Care at Park Nicollet, Maple Grove
• Paul S. Vietzen, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Gynecologic oncology

Depend on our award-winning experts for compassionate care and guidance for gynecologic cancers such as uterine cancer, endometrial cancer and cervical cancer.

• Levi S. Downs Jr., MD | Park Nicollet Women’s Center, Saint Louis Park

Hand surgery

Our hand surgeons provide expert care for hand, arm and elbow injuries, strains, defects, arthritis and more.

• Deborah C. Bohn, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Erica J. Gauger, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Woodbury
• Yvonne   M. Grierson, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Jeffrey B. Husband, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Grant W. Mathison, MD | TRIA Orthopedics at Park Nicollet, Burnsville
• Katharine S. A. Pico, MD | Regions Hospital – Orthopedic Surgery
• Thomas F. Varecka, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Thomas M. Walsh IV, MD | TRIA Orthopedics at Park Nicollet, Saint Louis Park
• Christina M. Ward, MD | Regions Hospital – Orthopedic Surgery
• Mark C. Wilczynski, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington

Hospice and palliative medicine

Our award-winning hospice and palliative medicine specialists help patients find expert care and peace of mind during serious or terminal illness.

• Miguel A. Ruiz Diaz, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center – Lung & Sleep Health, Saint Paul

Hospital medicine

Whether you’re in the hospital for a scheduled surgery or for energy care, you can expect to receive compassionate and expert support from our incredible hospitalists.

• Benji K. Mathews, MD | Regions Hospital

Infectious disease

Our experts help with rare or hard-to-treat infections, including HIV/AIDs and other bacterial, viral, fungal or parasitic infections.

• Robyn M. Kaiser, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Sarah R. Peglow, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Mark R. Sannes, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park

Internal medicine

Our top-rated internal medicine doctors care for adults, providing preventive care, health screenings, condition management and treatment for illness and injury.

• Rebecca A. Bartlett, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park
• Heather E. Gantzer, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park
• Bernard Quebral, MD | HealthPartners Clinic, Woodbury
• Paula K. Skarda, MD | Regions Hospital    

Maternal and fetal medicine

Our highly trained maternal and fetal medicine specialists provide expert care and support during complicated pregnancies, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia and birth defects.

• Marijo N. Aguilera, MD | HealthPartners Clinic, Saint Paul
• Elizabeth Ann Baldwin, MD | HealthPartners Clinic, Saint Paul
• Thomas J. McNanley, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Nephrology

Our nephrologists know how to help you achieve your best kidney health by providing care for kidney failure, kidney disease, infections, dialysis and other kidney conditions.

• James J. Wheeler, DO | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Neurology

Our neurologists provide expert care for conditions such as stroke, dementia, epilepsy, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, severe pain and more.

• Alvin C. Holm, MD | HealthPartners Neuroscience Center, Saint Paul
• Alejandro Mendez, MD | Regions Hospital – Neurosurgery

Obstetrics and gynecology

Our OB-GYNs support women throughout their adult lives and provide guidance for pregnancy, birth control, periods and menopause.

• LeeAnn I. Hubbard, MD | HealthPartners Health Center for Women, Saint Paul
• Deb Thorp, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center at Methodist Hospital, Saint Louis Park

Occupational therapy

Work with a first-rate occupational therapist to develop the strength and control you need for your job and your life.

• Christina L. Cusic, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Zeke J. McKinney, MD | HealthPartners Clinic, Saint Louis Park

Oncology and hematology

Depend on expert oncologists to provide award-winning cancer care that’s personalized to each patient, using the latest medical knowledge, advanced therapies and innovative treatments.

• Turang E. Behbahani, MD | HealthPartners Frauenshuh Cancer Center, Saint Louis Park
• Balkrishna N. Jahagirdar, MBBS | HealthPartners Cancer Center at Regions Hospital, Saint Paul
• Rachel Elizabeth Lerner, MD | HealthPartners Frauenshuh Cancer Center, Saint Louis Park
• Mark R. Menge, MD | HealthPartners Frauenshuh Cancer Center, Saint Louis Park

Ophthalmology

Find award-winning eye care, for everything from routine eye exams to treatments such as cataracts, macular degeneration, strabismus, amblyopia and chronic dry eyes.

• Omar A.W. Dajani, MD | Park Nicollet Eye Care and Optical Store, Saint Louis Park
• Hans S. Grinager, MD | Park Nicollet Eye Care and Optical Store, Saint Louis Park
• Laura Johnson Heinmiller, MD | Park Nicollet Eye Care and Optical Store, Maple Grove and Saint Louis Park
• Jonathan T. Pribila, MD | Park Nicollet Eye Care and Optical Store, Saint Louis Park

Orthopedic surgery

Our orthopedic surgeons provide award-winning care for the entire musculoskeletal system – from head injuries to foot injuries and everything in between.

• Patrick K. Horst, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Scott B. Marston, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Bradley J. Nelson, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Christine M. Pui, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington

Otolaryngology

Our ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors provide expert care for conditions such as chronic infections, tinnitus, vertigo, hearing loss, tonsillitis and sinusitis.

• David D. Hamlar Jr., MD, DDS | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Seth C. Janus, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Derek J.J. Schmidt, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Joel J. Stanek, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul
• Richard D. Wemer, MD | Park Nicollet Specialty Center, Saint Louis Park

Pain medicine

If you have chronic pain, our pain specialists can work with you to develop a treatment plan that gets you back to enjoying life once again.

• Isaac Thomas Marsolek, MD | HealthPartners Neuroscience Center, Saint Paul
• Peter A. Stiles, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington

Pediatrics

Board-certified pediatricians provide expert care to kids of all ages – from checkups and illnesses to more complex conditions.

• Roopa Sharma, MBBS | Park Nicollet Clinic Brooklyn Center, Brookdale

Plastic surgery

Discover award-winning reconstructive surgery to help you achieve your goals.

• Jason L. Buseman, MD | Park Nicollet Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis Park and Burnsville
• Anthony J. DeAngelis, MD | Park Nicollet Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis Park
• Ashish Y. Mahajan, MD | HealthPartners Specialist Center, Saint Paul
• Jane A. Nemecek, MD | Park Nicollet Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis Park

Respiratory and pulmonary care

Our pulmonologists provide expert care for your lungs. We treat lung disease, pneumonia, infections, emphysema, asthma and other breathing problems.

• Keith R. Harmon, MD | Park Nicollet Sleep Disorder Center, Saint Louis Park
• Charlene E. McEvoy, MD | HealthPartners Specialty Center, Saint Paul

Rehabilitation

Our rehabilitation specialists include speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists and more.

• Leslie J. Hillman, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Woodbury
• Anne N.F. Maurer, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington

Rheumatology

Our expert rheumatologists treat painful conditions that affect your joints, muscles and ligaments, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, psoriatic arthritis, scleroderma and vasculitis.

• Tawatchai Paisansinsup, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Burnsville
• Erin M. Scanlon, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Maple Grove
• Gabrielle E. Thottam, MD | Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center, Burnsville

Sleep medicine

Our sleep medicine experts treat sleep apnea, snoring, narcolepsy, shift work disorder, restless leg syndrome and other conditions.

• Salim A. Kathawalla, MBBS | Park Nicollet Sleep Disorder Center, Saint Louis Park

Sports medicine

Get award-winning sports injury care, rehab, exercise training and nutrition advice from top-rated sports medicine specialists.

• Heather L. Bergeson, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Nicholas M. Edwards, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Woodbury
• Anne-Marie Ford Moore, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Bloomington
• Ashley M. TeKippe, MD | TRIA Orthopedic Center, Woodbury

Urogynecology

Our urogynecologists provide expert care for female incontinence and pelvic floor concerns.

• Elizabeth Frankman, MD | Park Nicollet Women’s Center, Saint Louis Park

Urology

Our team of urologists provides specialty care for urinary system concerns, including pelvic floor concerns, erectile dysfunction, prostate cancer, bladder control and kidney stones.

• Jocelyn M. D. Rieder, MD | Park Nicollet Urology, Saint Louis Park

The best care for all your needs

These Top Doctors are just some of our expert primary care doctors and specialists across the Twin Cities and western Wisconsin. We have hundreds of doctors ready to provide personalized support for all your care needs.