Summary

Dr. Gretchen Cole specializes in internal medicine with nearly four decades of medical experience since earning her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She completed her residency training at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences, building a strong foundation in comprehensive adult care. With 37 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Cole has developed extensive expertise in treating complex medical conditions in adult patients. She provides care in English.

Dr. Cole practices at multiple locations throughout the Saint Paul and Edina areas, including M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital and M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital. Her clinical expertise includes managing serious conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, heart failure, and hip fractures. She incorporates rehabilitation approaches like physical therapy and occupational therapy into patient care plans, along with strength training programs to support recovery and maintain function. Patients have given Dr. Cole an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 37 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of New Mexico Health Sciences
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Gretchen Cole has 3 locations

Medical Care For Seniors

1700 University Ave WSaint Paul, MN 55104
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital

1575 Beam AveSaint Paul, MN 55109

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37 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish
Saint Paul , MNEdina , MNMINNEAPOLIS , MNDenver , CO
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gretchen Cole

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Corvel
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gretchen Cole has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gretchen Cole has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Gretchen Cole holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of New Mexico Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Cole's NPI number is 1942279575.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Gretchen Cole accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Gretchen Cole has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Gretchen Cole's office located?
Dr. Gretchen Cole's office is located at 1700 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN, 55104.
What languages does Dr. Gretchen Cole speak?
Dr. Gretchen Cole speaks English.
Does Dr. Gretchen Cole accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gretchen Cole accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Gretchen Cole accepting new patients?
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