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Dr. Stephen Berthelsen, MD

Dr. Stephen Berthelsen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Berthelsen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fairmont, MN and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1969. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lake Region Healthcare Corporation and Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

800 Medical Center Dr Fairmont, MN 56031

Make an Appointment

(507) 238-8100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Berthelsen is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System Saint James Saint James, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Berthelsen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Berthelsen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Berthelsen

3.8

4 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Miriam Santos – Jun 08, 2021
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Dr. Stephen Berthelsen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fairmont, MN and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loma Linda University in 1969. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lake Region Healthcare...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

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  • Loma Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1974

  • Loma Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1970

  • Loma Linda University

    Medical School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Mayo Clinic Health System Fairmont800 Medical Center Dr Fairmont, MN 56031
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mayo Clinic Health System Saint James

    1101 Moulton and Parsons Dr
    Saint James, MN 56081
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    95%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    18% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Monument Health Custer Hospital

    1220 Montgomery St
    Custer, SD 57730

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr
    Encinitas, CA 92024
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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