Top Twin Cities Surgeons | Specialists in General Surgery - SGS
General Surgery • Fargo, ND • Since 1970 • 9+ locations
About
Top Twin Cities Surgeons | Specialists in General Surgery (SGS) - SGS is a private general surgery practice founded in 1970, based in Maple Grove, Minnesota, with 12 office locations across the Twin Cities area and surrounding western Minneapolis–Saint Paul region. - The team consists of full-service general surgeons offering a wide range of specialized surgical procedures, using the latest technology with personalized care. - Contact and locations: HQ at 9825 Hospital Dr, Maple Grove, MN 55369; other offices include Plymouth, Buffalo, Saint Anthony, Edina, and more. - Key details: Privately held, 9 employees reported (revenue ~$3.7M), active status, phone numbers available on site. If you’re specifically looking for “Top Twin Cities Surgeons” at SGS, the practice emphasizes a broad, high-quality general surgery team across multiple western Twin Cities locations, including surgeons like Sarah Lippert, MD, and Corey Stennes, MD, FACS, who see patients at SGS clinics.
Clinic Type
General Surgery
Address
9825 HOSPITAL DR, Suite 105, Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369, US
Phone
763-780-6699
info@sgsmn.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Website
Services Offered
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Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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online bill pay, insurance accepted per patient plan (general statement), pay online, major health plans
Languages Spoken
FAQs
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After watching the video you will be prompted to enter your name, email & a contact number. Our office will reach out to you to gather your insurance information and check your benefits to make this a smooth process. If you don’t hear from us you may call us at 763.780.6699.
What happens after my insurance benefits are checked?
Our office will contact you with next steps including scheduling an appointment.
Is there a patient portal?
Our Patient Portal enables you to update your medical history, request a prescription refills or request an appointment from home or office.
How can I pay my bill?
We offer a simple way to pay your bill online and accept all major health plans.
Do you offer language translation services?
We offer translation services in many languages.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Healthgrades (Dr. David Stover): 4.6/5 (9)
- Sanford Health (Dr. Michael Traynor): 4.8/5 (68)
- Healthgrades/Sanford Health (Dr. Erik Fetner): 4.9/5 to 5.0/5 (8 to 88)
- US News (Dr. Mark O. Jensen): 3/5 (8)
- US News (Dr. Brian K. Dees): 5/5 (57)
Patients praise
- Professional and caring staff
- Clear explanations of treatment plans and conditions
- Effective surgical outcomes and recovery guidance
- Strong bedside manner and willingness to listen to concerns
- Comfortable and trusting environments created by providers
Common complaints
- Some patients noted direct communication styles
- Occasional 1-star ratings present in aggregate data
- Some variability in patient experience ratings depending on the specific surgeon
"Dr. Stover was very relatable, he took time to listen to my concerns and made me feel very comfortable. My incision isn’t healed yet but it is clean and beautifully done."
— Healthgrades (Dr. David Stover)"Dr. Fetner looked at my chart, after I'd been given the run around for months, took me into immediate surgery and gave me my life back. I have never had such a good experience with a doctor... He's incredible."
— Healthgrades (Dr. Erik Fetner)"Patients consistently describe this provider as professional and caring. They appreciate the provider's willingness to listen to their concerns and explain treatment plans clearly."
— US News (Dr. Brian K. Dees)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Rebekah Devasahayam, MD - General Surgeon in West Fargo, ND — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Kristin A. Hogg-Korderas, MD - General Surgeon in West Fargo, ND — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Robert P. Sticca, MD - Surgical Oncologist in West Fargo, ND — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Eric R. Promersberger, MD - Vascular Surgeon in Fargo, ND — Jun 11, 2026
- Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes general surgeon Dr. Sarah Diaz - Duluth News Tribune | News, weather, and sports from Duluth, Minnesota — Jul 30, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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