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Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD

General Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD
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Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Shawnee, KS.
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Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD

General Surgery* Age 61
Shawnee, KS
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Shawnee, KS.

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Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Shawnee, KS and has 35 years experience. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine. They currently practice at The University of Kansas Health System and are affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, Coffey County Hospital, Stormont Vail Hospital and University Of Kansas Health System Saint Francis. Dr. Berntsen has experience treating conditions like Breast Lump and Umbilical Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Berntsen received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Berntsen is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Lump
Umbilical Hernia
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Lump
Umbilical Hernia
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Breast Lump
Umbilical Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Breast Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Acid Reflux Surgery
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Biopsy of Breast
Breast Reduction
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Atherectomy
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Bunion Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vagotomy
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Varicose Vein Procedure
Venous Sclerotherapy
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Preferred PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Ku Med West Asc
    7405 Renner Rd, Shawnee, KS 66217
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-1227
  2. 2 Medical Pavilion
    2000 Olathe Ste Pod, Kansas City, KS 66160
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  3. 3 Metabolic and Bariatric Care
    10700 Nall Ave Ste 102, Overland Park, KS 66211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-6299
  4. 4 Coffey County Medical Center
    309 Sanders St, Burlington, KS 66839
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (785) 232-0444
  5. 5 Tallgrass General Vascular & Thoracic Surgery
    6001 SW 6th Ave Ste 220, Topeka, KS 66615
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (785) 232-0444
  6. 6 Westwood Medical Pavilion and the Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion
    2650 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Westwood, KS 66205
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-7750
  7. 7 The University of Kansas Hospital
    4000 Cambridge St # 1045, Kansas City, KS 66160
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  8. 8 The University of Kansas Hospital
    10710 Nall Ave # 200, Overland Park, KS 66211
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4.8
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Jun 28, 2022
I had no complications from my surgery that was performed. more than 10 years ago. My weight is now stable with a healthy BMI, Type 2 Diabetes was reversed. I no longer have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea. Joint pain from Rheumatoid Arthritis greatly reduced and is manageable without medication. Dr Berntsen is not only an excellent surgeon but she takes great care to equip patients with the instruction needed to maintain the weight loss and remain healthy. My quality of life is improved 100 percent. Dr Berntsen is an outstanding and highly skilled surgeon who follows patients thoroughly after the surgery to address any concerns that may arise. I highly recommend Dr Berntsen and her amazing staff!
Lynn A. — Jun 28, 2022
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Biography
  • Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD is a general surgery specialist in Shawnee, KS and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 1989. She specializes in General Surgery.
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General Surgery
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine
    1989
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  • General Surgery
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Berntsen's profile.

Dr. Berntsen frequently treats the following conditions: Breast Lump and Umbilical Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, Coffey County Hospital, Stormont Vail Hospital and University Of Kansas Health System Saint Francis.

Yes, Dr. Bernita Berntsen, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University Of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS

  • Coffey County Hospital

    801 N 4th St, Burlington, KS

  • Stormont Vail Hospital

    1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS

  • University Of Kansas Health System Saint Francis

    1700 SW 7th St, Topeka, KS