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Summary
Dr. Robert Mcwhirter specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional expertise in sports medicine and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at St Vincent Hospital. With 54 years of medical experience, Dr. Mcwhirter brings decades of surgical knowledge and patient care to his practice.
Dr. Mcwhirter practices in Mitchell, South Dakota, where he serves patients with a wide range of orthopedic and emergency medical needs. His extensive background in sports medicine allows him to treat athletes and active individuals with specialized care. The combination of his emergency medicine training and orthopedic expertise enables him to handle both urgent injuries and planned surgical procedures effectively.
Dr. Mcwhirter practices in Mitchell, South Dakota, where he serves patients with a wide range of orthopedic and emergency medical needs. His extensive background in sports medicine allows him to treat athletes and active individuals with specialized care. The combination of his emergency medicine training and orthopedic expertise enables him to handle both urgent injuries and planned surgical procedures effectively.
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Quick Facts
- 54 years of experience
- St Vincent Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Orthopedic Spine Surgery | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 54 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Mitchell , SD | Mitchell , SD | Spirit Lake , IA | Sioux Falls , SD |
| Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin | Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Ernest Mcwhirter has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Ernest Mcwhirter has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at St Vincent Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical College Of Wisconsin in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Mcwhirter's NPI number is 1821172917.
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- Dr. Robert Mcwhirter's office is located at 1222 E 7th Ave, Mitchell, SD, 57301.
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