

Dr. George Fall, MD
Surgeon
216 3rd St W Suite 201 Ashland WI, 54806About
Dr. George Fall is a general surgeon who has been practicing in Ashland, WI for 31 years. His practice consists of a variety of procedures which include, but are not limited to, in-office carpal tunnel release (open and endoscopic), varicose vein treatments, skin cancer excisions, and breast biopsies. Hospital or surgical center procedures include upper endoscopies, colonoscopies, gallbladder removal, hernia repair, appendectomies, and colon resections. He loves using the Da Vinci Robot when indicated. By owning his own practice, independent of a larger health system, he is able to better tailor care to his patients' needs. This includes cost savings to the patient, and, when appropriate, a higher level of care when necessary to avoid adverse events. The procedure location is determined based first on safety, then to accommodate cost savings and patient comfort. His patients often verbalize their appreciation in the personalized and thorough care they receive.
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Education and Training
University of Minnesota Medical School MD 1988
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Chief of Surgery Memorial Medical Center 2018 - 2020
- Chief of Staff Memorial Medical Center 1997 - 1998
- Founder Fall General Surgery, LLC -
Awards
- Max Fox Preceptorship award 2020 Alumni association of university of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Professional Memberships
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- Wisconsin Surgical Society
Internships
- VA Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Surgeons, Wisconsin Surgical Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- patient first, being humble and giving low cost quality care
Teaching and speaking
- Teaching Medical students from the university of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Speaking at the WOW Wild on Wounds conference on the issue of Chronic Venous Insufficiency. 2009
Areas of research
Masters degree The Effect of Ethyl Alcohol on the Dive Reflex in Man
Dr. George Fall, MD's Practice location
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216 3rd St W Suite 201 -Ashland, WI 54806Get Direction
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4316 Rice Lake Rd 109 -Duluth, Minnesota 55811Get Direction
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Renowned Surgeon Delivering Three Decades of Unparalleled Surgical Care to the Northland Area
Dr. George Fall, MD, a board certified general surgeon, is the Founder of Fall General Surgery, LLC in Ashland, Wisconsin, providing exceptional medical care and customer service that surpasses patient expectations. He also operates from the esteemed Northland Vein Center in Duluth, Minnesota, where he specializes in cutting-edge treatments for varicose veins.
With a profound interest in innovative surgical techniques such as laparoscopic and robotic surgery, as well as minimally invasive procedures for varicose veins and hemorrhoids, Dr. Fall brings a unique blend of expertise and compassion to his practice. By establishing his independent practice, he can personalize care to meet each patient’s individual needs, ensuring cost-efficiency and optimal outcomes.
A distinguished 1988 graduate of the University of Minnesota Medical School, Dr. Fall completed his internship and residency at the VA Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, where he served as the Senior Resident his final year. Since relocating to Northern Wisconsin in 1993, he has been a beacon of excellence in general surgery, earning the trust and admiration of his patients and colleagues alike.
As a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Wisconsin Surgical Society, Dr. Fall’s dedication to providing top-tier patient care is unwavering. His board certification in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery speaks to his commitment to upholding the highest standards of surgical practice.
Above all, Dr. Fall attributes his success to his compassionate approach to patient care and his meticulous attention to detail throughout the evaluation and treatment process.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Fall leads a fulfilling personal life, with nearly four decades of marriage and five children. An avid golfer, fisherman, and waterfowl hunter, he finds solace in the outdoors, with his preferred vacation destination being Arizona.
With the launch of Fall General Surgery, LLC, Dr. George Fall, MD, is poised to redefine surgical care in Northern Wisconsin and Minnesota, setting a new standard for excellence and patient-centric service in the field of general surgery.
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