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Dr. Mark Hightower, MD

Dr. Mark Hightower, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
5+ years of experience
(701) 205-0094

Dr. Mark Hightower, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Brainerd, MN and has over 5 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 2017. He is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (6 reviews)
(701) 205-0094
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2024 S 6th St
Brainerd, MN 56401

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  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Hightower specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Hightower's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hightower

4.2
6 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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1 star
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I especially liked that my care and surgical procedures have all been changed to Doc Hightower..he was originally scheduled for 2 of the 3 but now he is doing all 3 procedures. No surprises for him when he does the final repair. This change was done by him. That tells me he cares and knows what he is doing.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 16, 2024
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Extremely conscientious, thorough, caring, informative!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2024
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My first experience with Dr Hightower was a emergency situation. The ER doc’s weren’t sure what was going on so they called Dr Hightower to evaluate my symptoms and ct scan. He immediately recognized the problem and got me into surgery asap. With Dr Hightower’s skills he had me fixed up and out of the hospital in 3 days. If anyone is in need of any of the skill he possesses, don’t hesitate to see him. If I had the money I would hire him to take care of my whole family. On top of his knowledge and skills, he’s a downright nice human that I believe actually cares about his patients. The medical community as a whole could learn a lot from him. I really hope that he stays where he’s at. It would be a loss for the area if he went to a different hospital.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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He was very calming and definitely did his research he knows what he is doing and does it with efficiency... all of his staff were very empathetic and helpful, I'll definitely be asking for him if anything else needs fixing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Timothy in Virginia, MN – Apr 27, 2019
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As a physician, I have the privilege of caring for patients and their families and sharing in Essentia Health's mission of making a healthy difference in people's lives.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2017
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Essentia Health-Fargo

    3000 32nd Ave S
    Fargo, ND 58103

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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