Dr. Joseph Robert Skaja, MD

Dr. Joseph Skaja is a surgeon who earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. With 14 years of experience in the field, he brings substantial expertise to his surgical practice. His background from a well-respected Minnesota medical institution provides him with comprehensive training in surgical techniques and patient care.

Dr. Skaja practices at Hennepin County Medical Center and provides care at locations in Hibbing, Minnesota, including Fairview Mesaba Clinic and Fairview Range Medical Center. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, benign breast masses, and breast cancer, including metastatic cases. His procedural expertise includes performing core needle breast biopsies and ultrasound-guided breast biopsies, along with interpreting pathology tests to help diagnose and guide treatment decisions.