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Dr. Timothy Gavin, MD

Dr. Timothy Gavin, MD

Critical Care Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Timothy Gavin, MD is a critical care surgery specialist in Edina, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital and M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

6405 France Ave S Ste W340 Edina, MN 55435

Make an Appointment

(952) 929-6994

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gavin specializes in the area of Vascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gavin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gavin

3.7

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
9%
9%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
27%
27%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Sara Louise – Jul 31, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
michael in New Hope, MN – Feb 15, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Surgery is a life altering event, so my goal is to educate my patients to make informed decisions about all treatment options. I believe an informed patient has realistic expectations and a better outcome.

  • Critical Care Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Vascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office6405 France Ave S Ste W340 Edina, MN 55435
1

Practice

Minnesota Vascular Clinic PLLC6405 France Ave S Ste W440 Minneapolis, MN 55435
2

Practice

Surgical Consultants P.A.6525 France Ave S Ste 275 Minneapolis, MN 55435
3
M Health Fairview Vein Clinic Maple Grove12680 Arbor Lakes Pkwy N Maple Grove, MN 55369
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital

    201 E Nicollet Blvd
    Burnsville, MN 55337
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital

    6401 France Ave S
    Edina, MN 55435
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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