Endocrinology | Altru Health System
Endocrinology / Diabetes Center • Grand Forks, ND • Since 1997
About
Summary: Altru Health System, a nonprofit hospital network based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, offersEndocrinology services as part of its extensive, 4-office U.S. footprint. With over 230,000 residents served in northeast North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota, Altru operates a main acute care hospital, a specialty hospital, a Level II trauma center, and 20+ practice locations. The system employs about 849 people (up 4.5% YoY) and reported annual revenue around $669 million. It acquired CHI St. Alexius Health in 2024, continuing its commitment to comprehensive, integrated healthcare in the region.
Clinic Type
Endocrinology / Diabetes Center
Address
1200 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58201, US
Phone
701-780-6400
careers@altru.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
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FAQs
What is an endocrinologist?
An endocrinologist is a specialist who examines the science of the body's ductless (endocrine) glands and their functions. These include the pituitary gland, pancreas, thyroid, adrenal glands and reproductive glands.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Vitals (Altru's Endocrinology practice): No aggregate rating; prompts to leave a review ("Be first to leave a review") (Not reported; appears no reviews yet)
- Vitals (Dr. William J. Zaks): 2.1/5 (21 ratings (16 written reviews))
- Vitals (Dr. James D. Brosseau): 4.1/5 (8 ratings (2 written reviews))
- Vitals (Dr. Casey J. Ryan): 3.8/5 (9 ratings (1 written review))
- WebMD (Dr. William Zaks): 1/5 (5 ratings (1 review))
Patients praise
- Some endocrinology patients praised bedside manner and communication (e.g., Dr. Brosseau).
- High ratings were reported for at least one endocrinologist in the network (4.1/5 for Dr. Brosseau).
Common complaints
- Some endocrinology patients reported poor bedside manner and dismissive care (e.g., Dr. Zaks on Vitals/WebMD).
- Patient feedback included negative claims about lack of care planning and judgment around weight/choices (Dr. Zaks).
""Worst experience ever with doctor. Absolutely no bedside manner...""
— Vitals review for Dr. William J. Zaks, MD""encylopedic knowledge... amazing bedside manner...""
— Vitals review for Dr. James D. Brosseau, MD""Absolute excellent in every way. I have seen many Dr in my 81 yrs.""
— Vitals review for Dr. Casey J. Ryan, MDSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Altru Heart & Vascular Center Relocates to Altru Hospital to Enhance Patient Care | Altru Health System — Nov 26, 2025
- Altru Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Improve Cardiovascular Health | Altru Health System — Nov 3, 2025
- Altru Hospital Adds Heart & Vascular Center In Grand Forks, North Dakota - HCD Magazine — Dec 3, 2025
- The Express Clinic at Altru Professional Center Expands Hours | Altru Health System — Apr 30, 2026
- Altru Hosts Free Breast Cancer Screening Events Across the Region | Altru Health System — Oct 13, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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