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Dr. Craig Walvatne, MD

Dr. Craig Walvatne, MD

Vascular Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Walvatne, MD is a vascular surgeon in Minneapolis, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

11855 Ulysses St NE Ste 220 Minneapolis, MN 55434
Telehealth available

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Dr. Walvatne's Reviews

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Dr. Walvatne saved my husband's life 12 years ago and has kept him with us ever since. The hospital save my husband was constipated and it was really an abdominal aortic dissection Dr. Walvatne found within 2 minutes of examing him. Dr. Walvatne's thorough attention to details is one of the main reasons he is still with us. He listens, explains, and cares about his patients and I can't imagine this journey without his help.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gretchen Wolfangel – Dec 01, 2020
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I was searching for a doctor to help me with a painful varicose vein I had been dealing with for 5 years . After two years and two other doctors who couldn’t get insurance to approve, dr . Craig walvatne knew what he was doing and got insurance approval was able to perform the procedure I needed . All went well he is very knowledgeable, nice and easy to talk to !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Katie P – Aug 29, 2019
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Dr. Walvatne is amazing. He is very caring, compassionate, knowledgeable and personable. Great bedside manor. You can tell he is passionate about what he does. I feel like I'm visiting a friend rather than a Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jul 21, 2019
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It has been 17 years since I first met Dr Walvatne if it had not been for him I am sure I would not still be here today. He is the most caring,talented,knowledeable vascular doctor anyone could ask for.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Danette Wallenstrom – Jul 17, 2019
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He’s knowledgeable, respectful, a pioneer, and nice. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. His staff are great, too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MN – Feb 23, 2019
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Dr. Walvatne is a Fantastic Surgeon and a True Angel who helps those who are in need and has helped Beth and Myself to fight against Our battle with my legs, THANK You Dr. Craig from Beth & George Reynolds
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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George & Beth Reynolds in Brooklyn Park, MN – Oct 23, 2018
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Dr. walvatne pretty much saved my life - after 7 or 8 Dr's claiming to cure me, the problem got worse and worse exponentially, I thank the planet, stars, Sun and all the kittens and puppies and his wonderful wife (he was getting married at the time) for Dr. Walvatne's skill and care for his patients- Craig, I owe you, i gave you a book of my poetry, I think A new poem is due. as is a new wound on the same leg - albeit small - non-healing
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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David Catherson in Champlin, MN – May 04, 2017
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He took my mom's case on an emergency basis and has been very personable with us and he truly cares about her outcome, he is one of the most wonderful Drs we have ever worked with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Mary Gadach in Elk River MN – Jun 17, 2016
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care philosophy

Our mission is the prevention and treatment of vascular disease in the patient population we serve.

  • Vascular Surgery

  • Wound & Burn Care

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  • Private Practice - Solo

  • University Of Minnesota

    1996

  • University Of Minnesota / Twin Cities Campus

    1996

  • University Of Minnesota Hospital And Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Uw Health Uw Hospitals And Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 1984

  • The Johns Hopkins University

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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  • Patient's Choice Award, 2008

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Practice

Office11855 Ulysses St NE Ste 220 Minneapolis, MN 55434
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(763) 427-8547
Office3887 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Minneapolis, MN 55433
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(763) 427-8547
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