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.

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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

Dr. Robert Ernest Mcwhirter

1222 E 7th AveMitchell, SD 57301

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Dr. Robert Ernest Mcwhirter, MDDr. Hilary R Rockwell, MDDr. Walter Oscar Carlson, MDDr. Jamie Leitheiser Sheridan, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryEmergency MedicineOrthopedic Spine SurgeryEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients
2.8 
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 , SDMitchell , SDSpirit Lake , IASioux 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

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Sports Medicine

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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