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17 Ratings with 17 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Andrew Zhao specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. He earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and brings a decade of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Zhao is fluent in English and Cantonese, allowing him to serve diverse communities with personalized care.
Dr. Zhao practices at multiple Essentia Health locations throughout central Minnesota, including clinics in Brainerd, Pierz, and Staples. He has particular expertise in treating joint pain and back discomfort, conditions that affect many patients in their daily lives. His procedural skills include performing extremity X-rays and joint injections to help diagnose and treat musculoskeletal concerns. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average score of 5.0 stars.
Dr. Zhao practices at multiple Essentia Health locations throughout central Minnesota, including clinics in Brainerd, Pierz, and Staples. He has particular expertise in treating joint pain and back discomfort, conditions that affect many patients in their daily lives. His procedural skills include performing extremity X-rays and joint injections to help diagnose and treat musculoskeletal concerns. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average score of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Cantonese
- Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
- 17 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Awards
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Office Locations
Andrew Zhao has 3 locationsEssentia Health St. Joseph's-Orthopedics Clinic
2014 S 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401 Tel: (218) 829-7812
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
Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Pierz Clinic
138 Main St SPierz, MN 56364 Tel: (218) 828-7375
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Staples Clinic
301 2nd Ave NWStaples, MN 56479 Tel: (218) 894-7870
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 10 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Cantonese | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Brainerd , MN | Richfield , MN | Crosslake , MN | Baltimore , MD |
| Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: University of Minnesota School of Nursing DNP Program - Minneapolis, MN | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Andrew Zhao
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
Andrew Zhao holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo in 2016.
NPI Number
Andrew Zhao's NPI number is 1679937767.
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