Surgery

Needing surgery can be a scary time. Our team of surgeons offer expert and compassionate care before, during and after your surgery. 

Appointments: (507) 646-6017
After hours: (507) 646-1244

Minimally Invasive Procedures with Shorter Recovery Times – Surgical Services

When you need surgery, you’re looking for knowledgeable surgeons, minimally invasive procedures and the fastest recovery time. Look no further than the knowledgeable, highly trained surgeons at Northfield Hospital + Clinics. We offer you a broad range of surgical care with an emphasis on advanced procedures. From in-clinic procedures to complex operations, you’ll be taken care of every step of the way. 

Types of Surgery Performed:

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Surgery

  • Nose and sinus surgery
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Ear tubes
  • Removal of facial skin cancer
  • Sleep apnea surgery for children and adults

General Surgery

  • Ano-Rectal Procedures; Hemorrhoid surgery, Fissures and Fistulas/Pilonidal Disease Treatment
  • Breast Disease
    • Breast Biopsy, Surgical and Ultrasound Guided    
    • Partial Mastectomy (Lumpectomy)
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction (with plastic surgeon)
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Evaluation
    • Lymph Node Dissection
  • Cancer/Oncologic Surgical Care
    • Breast
    • Thyroid/Parathyroid
    • Colon and Rectum
    • Gastrointestinal
    • Skin Cancer - Melanoma, Cutaneous, and Soft Tissue Malignancies
    • Placement of Vascular Access Devices
    • Participation in Multidisciplinary Cancer Care with Medical and Radiation Oncology
  • Endocrine Surgery
    • Thyroid/Parathyroid Surgery    
    • Fine-Needle Aspiration Thyroid Biopsy
    • Parathyroid Surgery
  • Endoscopy 
    • Colonoscopy    
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy  
    • Upper GI endoscopy or EGD  
    • Esophageal dilation  
    • Hemorrhoid banding
    • Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)
  • Feeding Tubes
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
    • Gastrostomy Tubes
    • Feeding Jejunostomy Tubes
  • Gastrointestinal and Colorectal Surgery
    • Open & Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Resections
    • Open & Laparoscopic Colorectal Resections
    • Laparoscopic & open Appendectomy
  • Hepatobiliary Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
    • Open Cholecystectomy
    • Intraoperative Cholangiography
    • Common Bile Duct Exploration (Laparoscopic and open)
  • Hernia Repair
    • Inguinal/Femoral    
    • Umbilical  
    • Incisional/Ventral/Abdominal
    • Laparoscopic (Inguinal/Incisional/Ventral/Abdominal  
    • Pediatric (age 2 & up) Inguinal/Umbilical
    • Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction with Component Separation
  • Musculoskeletal Procedures
    • Diabetic Foot Management
    • Minor and Major Limb Amputations (lower extremity)
  • Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Venous Disease Management
    • Varicose Vein Procedures
    • Sclerotherapy
    • Phlebectomy
  • Miscellaneous
    • Vasectomy
    • Placement of Vascular Access Devices (Ports)
    • Wound Care/Management

Obstetrics/Gynecology

  • Cesarean Section
  • Vaginal, Laparoscopic and Abdominal Hysterectomy
  • Diagnostic and Operative Hysteroscopy
  • Diagnostic and Operative Laparoscopy
  • Endometrial Ablation
  • Dilation and Curettage
  • Surgery to correct pelvic floor defects
  • Minimally invasive surgical treatment of urinary incontinence 

Orthopedics

  • Adult joint replacement
    • Hip - Total anterior hip replacement
    • Knee
    • Shoulder
  • Sports Medicine
  • Arthroscopic surgery
  • Fractures and trauma
  • General Orthopedics
  • Joint Injections  - Hyaluron injections
  • Chronic tendonitis

Podiatry

Arthritis

  • Ankle arthritis
  • Foot arthritis

 

Fractures

  • Ankle fractures
  • Foot fractures
  • Stress fractures

 

Structural Deformities

  • Bunions (hallux valgus)
  • Hammertoes
  • Flatfoot
  • Tailor’s bunions
  • Painful ossicles/accessory bones
  • Tarsal Coalitions
  • Metatarsalgia

 

Sprains and Instability

  • Ankle sprains & instability
  • Foot sprains & instability

 

Gait Disorders

  • Balance disorders
  • Drop foot

 

Heel Pain

  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Heel spurs
  • Calcaneal apophysitis (Severs disease)
  • Insertional achilles tendinopathy

 

Tendon Disorders

  • Achilles tendon disorders and ruptures
  • Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
  • Peroneal tendinitis and subluxation
  • Tendonitis and tendon tears

 

Neurologic

  • Neuromas (Morton’s neuroma)
  • Tarsal tunnel syndrome
  • Nerve entrapment
  • Neuropathy

 

Wound Care

  • Diabetic/neuropathic ulcerations of the lower extremity
  • Venous stasis ulcerations of the lower extremity
  • Pressure ulcerations of the lower extremity
  • Ischemic ulcerations of the lower extremity

 

Dermatological

  • Ingrown nails
  • Warts
  • Onychomycosis
  • Soft tissue masses
  • Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis)

 

Pediatric

  • In-toeing
  • Flatfoot
  • Congenital deformities

Our Team of Doctors and Providers

Dr. Hans Bengtson
Bengtson, Hans
MD, FAAOS
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Dr. Ellie Cohen
Cohen, Ellie
MD, FACS
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Dohm-Palmer, Nicole
MD, FACOG
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Erickson, Greg
MD, FAAOS
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Dr. Katya Ericson
Ericson, Katya
MD, FACS
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Gonzalez-Mendez, Cristina
MD, FACOG
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Kelli Iceman
Iceman, Kelli
DPM
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Lau, Shannon
MD, FACOG
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Service Locations

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Northfield Hospital

2000 North Avenue
Northfield, Minnesota 55057
Open Now
Sun: 11:00 am-12:00 am
Mon - Sat: All day open
Surgery Center

Surgery Center

2000 North Avenue
Northfield, Minnesota 55057
Closed Now
Sun: Closed
Mon - Fri: 6:00 am-2:30 pm
Sat: Closed