Dr. Knute E Thorsgard MD
Family Practitioner
1245 Washington Ave Detroit Lakes MN, 56501About
Dr. Knute Thorsgard is a family practitioner practicing in Detroit Lakes, MN. Dr. Thorsgard specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Thorsgard possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1982
University of Minnesota Medical School 1982
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Actinic Keratosis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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