Summary

Formerly Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota, in charge of Complex Spine, Dr. Mendez joined MeritCare Health System in Fargo, ND on February 2003. Here he continues his neurosurgical practice focused in spinal problems: Degenerative disease, tumors, infections and trauma of the spine. Trained in Minimal Access Spine Technologies, one of the regional pioneers in minimally invassive spine surgery (Metrx, Sextant, etc). His practice also includes general Neurosurgical practice, including pathology of the brain and peripheral nerves.

Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 38 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Minnesota Health Care System
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Alejandro Mendez has 2 locations

Regions Hospital

640 Jackson StSaint Paul, MN 55101
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

United Hospital

333 Smith Ave NSaint Paul, MN 55102

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38 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience
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Saint Paul , MNMinneapolis , MNMinneapolis , MNPLYMOUTH , MN
Med School: Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile Facultad De Medicina Med School: School Of Health Sciences - University Of The Phil Med School: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alejandro Mendez

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Progressive
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alejandro Mendez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alejandro Mendez has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Back Injuries
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Infection
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Stroke
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Minnesota Health Care System

Medical School

Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1988

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Which hospitals is Dr. Alejandro Mendez affiliated with?
Dr. Alejandro Mendez is affiliated with Regency Hospital Of Minneapolis.
Where is Dr. Alejandro Mendez's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Mendez's office is located at 640 Jackson St, Saint Paul, MN, 55101.

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