Gretchen Johnsen, MD
My specialties:
- Family medicine
- Obstetrics
Professional interests:
- Pregnancy care
- Women's Health
- Pediatrics
- Travel Medicine
- Virtual visits
I am a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine with obstetrics. My professional interests include women's health, obstetrics, pediatrics and travel medicine. I offer face-to-face virtual visits for a variety of health services and conditions.
Hometown: Hutchinson, MN
Best part of my work: Caring for patients over long periods of time and helping with transitions they may face.
Why I became a physician: I enjoy science and working with people. Family medicine is the best combination of both.
What I tell my friends and family: Get established with a regular provider who will know you and your health problems.
How I spend my free time: Traveling in the United States and abroad, researching my family tree, gardening, reading and family activities.
What patients say about me: That I focus a lot on wellness issues and preventive services.
Favorite health tip: Get adequate sleep. There isn't a medical condition that it won't help.
Practice philosophy: It's important to treat the entire patient. Emotional and physical health are equally important.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Family medicine
Specialties
- Obstetrics
Personal interests
- Arts/Crafts
- Gardening
- Reading
- Traveling
Educational institutions
- University of Minnesota Medical School
Residencies
- St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Years of experience
- 37
Hospital affiliations
- United Hospital – Hastings Regina Campus
- The Mother Baby Center at United and Children's Minnesota
- United Hospital
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)
Physician was outstanding
Timeliness
I always feel comfortable and confident at my appointments. The care I receive is the best!
The fact that Dr Johnsen actually took the time to address all medical concerns I had and really tried to get to know me!
I have been going to Gretchen Johnsen for years. I have never felt rushed. She explains more than any Dr. very thorough and very helpful.
Very happy with the visit I had
Dr. Johnsen helped me!
Dr. Johnsen is great!
On time appointment and had quality time with my doctor
Quality of care