


Dr. Walter Birkenhagen, MD
Dr. Walter Birkenhagen, MD is a general surgeon in Pocatello, ID and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1969. He is affiliated with Bingham Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
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1151 Hospital Way Bldg D Pocatello, ID 83201Make an Appointment
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I believe that all patients should be treated as I would treat my family. Understanding care and respect are very important in my practice. Also, we practice with the very latest in technology and training. Therefore, our patients receive the very best care in Southeast Idaho.biography
Bingham Memorial Hospital is pleased to introduce W. Kurt Birkenhagen, MD. For almost 34 years, Dr. Birkenhagen has been one of the most trusted and respected surgeons in the eastern Idaho area.Dr. Birkenhagen received his undergraduate...read more
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St Marys Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1977Letterman General Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1970Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1969Rutgers University / New Brunswick Campus
Undergraduate School, 1965
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88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home79%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean2% higher than the national average
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Compare Dr. Birkenhagen with our nearby General Surgeons at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.
Make an appointment at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center today at
(208) 715-8519.