Summary

Dr. Derek Dirks is a surgeon with 12 years of experience who earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa. He completed his residency training at Sanford School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in surgical procedures and patient care.

Dr. Dirks practices at multiple locations throughout Post Falls, Idaho, including Northwest Bariatrics, Northwest Specialty Hospital, and Post Falls ER and Hospital. He specializes in treating digestive conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and acid reflux. His surgical expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower GI endoscopies, and upper GI endoscopies to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal problems.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • Sanford School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks has 3 locations

Northwest Bariatrics

750 N Syringa St Ste 205Post Falls, ID 83854
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Specialty Hospital

1593 E Polston AvePost Falls, ID 83854

Post Falls Er And Hospital

497 S Beck RdPost Falls, ID 83854

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Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks, MDKristin Leanne Martin, ARNPDr. Krista Lynn KahlDr. Timothy William Bax, MD
SurgeryNeurologySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
12 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Post Falls , IDSpokane , WASpokane , WASpokane , WA
Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Derek Thomas Dirks holds an expired medical license in the state of Idaho.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Idaho that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Sanford School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine and University Of Iowa in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Dirks' NPI number is 1427476225.

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Dr. Derek Dirks's office is located at 750 N Syringa St Ste 205, Post Falls, ID, 83854.
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