Dr. Salwa Bakkali-Derksen, DO

Dr. Salwa Bakkali-Derksen specializes in internal medicine with a focus on hospital medicine, bringing 15 years of experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she developed expertise in osteopathic principles that emphasize the body's natural healing abilities. Her dual specialty allows her to provide comprehensive care both in outpatient settings and during hospital stays. Dr. Bakkali-Derksen speaks English fluently with her patients.

Dr. Bakkali-Derksen practices at Northfield Hospital and Owatonna Hospital, with her primary location in Owatonna, Minnesota. She has particular expertise in treating conditions such as weakness, back pain during pregnancy, and loss of trunk control. Her approach to treatment includes physical therapy techniques, strength training programs, and manual therapy methods. These hands-on treatment options reflect her osteopathic training and commitment to helping patients restore …function and mobility.