Jodi Winters, PA-C
My specialties:
- General surgery
- Obesity medicine
Professional interests:
- Managing complex patients
- Assisting in surgery and procedures
I am a board-certified physician assistant specializing in weight management surgery (bariatrics) and general surgery. My professional interests include managing complex patients with multiple medical issues and assisting in surgery and procedures.
Best part of my work: Seeing the transformation with weight loss surgery. Helping change patient's lives for the better.
Why I became a provider: I always wanted to be in the medical field. The body intrigues me and keeps me interested. There is always something new to learn or new medical advancements.
What I tell my friends and family: Preventive care is important to catch problems early when complications can be prevented.
How I spend my free time: Enjoying time with my children, playing hockey, traveling.
What patients say about me: I have been told I am thorough, knowledgeable, listen to their concerns, straight and to the point, and a caring, compassionate team player.
Practice philosophy: Treat patients like family. Provide comfort and compassion when patients are acutely ill.
Credentials
- PA-C
Board-certified specialties
- General surgery
Specialties
- Obesity medicine
Educational institutions
- Augsburg College
Memberships
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants
Years of experience
- 18
Hospital affiliations
- St. Francis Regional Medical Center
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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)