Summary

Dr. David Vavra is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and brings eight years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Vavra speaks English and provides comprehensive care across multiple medical disciplines.

Dr. Vavra practices at several Essentia Health locations throughout Minnesota, including clinics in Brainerd, Staples, and Duluth. His expertise includes treating patients with obesity and overweight conditions, as well as caring for those with breast cancer, including advanced cases. He performs sleeve gastrectomy procedures to help patients achieve significant weight loss and utilizes radiation therapy in cancer treatment. Patients consistently rate Dr. Vavra highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 8 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

David Vavra has 3 locations

Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Brainerd Clinic

2024 S 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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-Staples Clinic

301 2nd Ave NWStaples, MN 56479
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-Duluth Clinic 3rd Street (Building F)

400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805
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

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineSurgeryEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
8 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish
Brainerd , MNDenver , COCrosby , MNCrosby , MN
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Alabama College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David Vavra

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

David Vavra has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David Vavra has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

David Vavra 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 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 2018.

NPI Number

David Vavra's NPI number is 1154813210.

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