Johan Bakken, MD

Dr. Johan Bakken is a gastroenterologist who earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and brings 21 years of experience to his practice. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, demonstrating his comprehensive foundation in adult healthcare. Dr. Bakken speaks English, Danish, and Norwegian, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Bakken practices across multiple Essentia Health locations throughout northern Minnesota, including Deer River, Duluth, Hibbing, Aurora, International Falls, and Ely. He is affiliated with several hospitals including Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, and Essentia Health Virginia, among others. His expertise includes treating digestive conditions such as diverticular disease and liver disorders during pregnancy. Dr. Bakken performs specialized procedures including endoscopic ultrasound and ERCP, which help diagnose and treat …problems in the bile ducts and pancreas. Patients give him an average rating of 4.8 stars.