Find a Visiting Specialists by clicking on the name below.
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Duncan B. Ackerman, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon
Duncan B. Ackerman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Visiting Specialist
Education:
- Dr. Duncan Ackerman joined The Bone & Joint Center in 2009. He is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon with additional fellowship training in hand and microvascular surgery.
- A native of Minot, North Dakota, Dr. Ackerman received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. He then attended medical school at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences where he received his Doctorate in medicine. Following medical school, he spent an additional five years training at the Mayo Clinic Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program in Rochester, Minnesota. He subsequently completed a one-year fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Specialties:
- Dr. Ackerman specializes in treatment of common and complex problems of the upper extremity including carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral nerve injury, arthritis of the small joints of the hand and wrist, elbow and shoulder problems, and upper extremity trauma.
Locations of Practice:
- Hettinger Clinic/West River Health Services
Hettinger, ND - The Bone & Joint Center
Bismarck, ND - The Bone & Joint Center
Dickinson, ND - Elite Health & Fitness
Williston, ND - St. Alexius Specialty Clinic
Minot, ND - Appointment Scheduling
701-946-7400
866-900-8650
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Derrick O. Cote, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon
Derrick O. Cote, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Visiting Specialist
Education:
- Dr. Cote is a native of Turtle Lake, ND and graduated summa cum laude earned a bachelor's degree in biology with a minor in chemistry at
University of North Dakota in 2005. In 2009 he obtained his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health
Sciences. Following medical school, he completed five years of training at the University of Kansas School of Medicine Orthopaedic Residency.
Specialties:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Organizations:
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Locations of Practice:
- FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 701-946-7400
1-866-900-8650
Hettinger Clinic / West River Health Services
1000 Hwy 12
Hettinger, ND 58639
The Bone & Joint Center
Dickinson, ND 58601
Appointment Scheduling
1-800-424-2663
Some of the providers are independent contractors and not acting as a facility employee or agent.
- Dr. Cote is a native of Turtle Lake, ND and graduated summa cum laude earned a bachelor's degree in biology with a minor in chemistry at
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John Hoyt, M.D. Cardiology, Interventional Cardiologist
John Hoyt, M.D. Cardiology
Interventional Cardiology, Visiting Specialist
Education:
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Medical School:
University of North Dakota – Grand Forks, ND -
Residency (Internal Medicine):
Mayo Graduate School of Medical Education – Rochester, MN -
Fellowship (Cardiology):
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI -
Fellowship (Interventional Cardiology):
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, MI
Board Certification/Specialties:
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American Board of Internal Medicine
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Subspecialty: Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology
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National Board of Echocardiography
Professional Interests:
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Acute Coronary Syndromes
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Arrhythmias
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Atrial Septal Defects/PFO
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Cardiac Catheterization and Intervention
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Coronary Artery Disease
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Hypertropic Cardiomyopathy
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Peripheral Vascular Disease
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Valvular Heart Disease
Organizations:/Memberships
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Alpha Omega Alpha
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American College of Cardiology
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American College of Physicians
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American Medical Association
Locations of Practice:
- FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL (701) 530-7500
Hettinger Clinic/West River Health Services
1000 Hwy 12
Hettinger, ND 58639
Heart & Lung Clinic
310 North 10th Street
Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Phone: (701) 530-7502
CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson Medical Center
2500 Fairway Street
Dickinson, North Dakota 58601
Phone: (701) 456-4000
Some of the providers are independent contractors and not acting as a facility employee or agent.
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Monte J. Leidenix, M.D., FACS Ophthalmologist
Monte J. Leidenix, M.D.
FACS Ophthalmologist, Visiting Specialist
Education:
- Dr. Monte Leidenix grew up in McLaughlin, South Dakota. He graduated from South Dakota State University in Brookings with degrees in both Microbiology and Chemistry. He received his master's degree in microbiology / molecular biology from the University of North Dakota, and went on to receive his medical degree from the University of North Dakota, School of Medicine.
- Dr. Leidenix conducted additional research as an Ophthalmic Pathology Research Fellow at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. In addition, he completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr Leidenix is board certified in Ophthalmology and is a fellow of the prestigious American College of Surgeons.
Specialties:
- Cataract and lens implant surgery
- Treatment for glaucoma and related disorders
- Medical, surgical, and laser treatments
- Corneal surgery and treatment for external diseases
- Dr. Leidenix provides his cataract surgical patients with the most modern cataract techniques, including no-stitch clear corneal incisions and foldable intraocular implants.
Other:
Locations of Practice:
FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL: 701-222-2020 or (800) 472-2620
Hettinger Clinic/West River Health Services
1000 Hwy 12
Hettinger, ND 58639
701-567-4561
The Eye Clinic of North Dakota
620 North 9th St.
Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Toll Free: (800) 472-2620
Phone: (701) 222-2020Sanford Health West Dickinson Clinic
2615 Fairway St
Dickinson, ND 58601Hollevoet & Welk Orthodontics
1770 Market Dr. Suite C
Dickinson, ND 58601Vision Source
901 Lincoln Ave
Harvey, ND 58341CHI St. Alexius Health
2111 Landmark Cir
Minot, ND 58703Johnson Eyecare & Eyewear
1525 31st Ave SW Ste E
Minot, ND 58701Vision Care Associates
1400 10th Ave W #1
Mobridge, SD 57601Glendive Medical Center
202 Prospect Dr
Glendive, MT 59330Some of the providers are independent contractors and not acting as a facility employee or agent. -
David Ness, Au.D. Clinical Audiologist
David Ness, Au.D.
Clinical Audiologist, Visiting Specialist
Education:
- Dr. Ness is a native of Bismarck, ND and a graduate of Louisiana Tech University. Before beginning his practice he was in Boise, ID, where he practiced at the Hearing and Balance Centers at the Elks.
Specialties:
- Hearing evaluations for patients of all ages.
- Treatment of hearing loss, including hearing aids and Frequency Modulation (FM) systems (assessments, fittings and verification measures)
- Dizziness/vertigo evaluations and treatment.
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) evaluations.
- Works cooperatively with otolaryngology (ENT) and therapy services for those patients dealing with balance and dizziness/vertigo issues.
Organizations:
- American Academy of Audiology
Other:
- Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, golfing and skiing
Locations of Practice:
FOR APPOINTMENTS CALL 701-227-0728
Hettinger Clinic/West River Health Services
1000 Hwy 12
Hettinger, ND 58639
Heart River Hearing
Dickinson, ND 58601Some of the providers are independent contractors and not acting as a facility employee or agent.