Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes General Surgeons Greg Gerrish, MD and Jacob Schaeffer, MD. They join Kendra Kamlitz, MD and staff at Prairie Lakes General Surgery Clinic.
Dr. Greg Gerrish received his medical degree from the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. He completed a residency in General Surgery at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A son of Drs. Ed and Catherine Gerrish, Dr. Greg Gerrish is a Watertown native and is excited to serve the community. He and his wife, Alison, have a daughter and are expecting a boy in December.
“My approach to care is very individualized,” said Dr. Gerrish. “I am excited to be back in the town where I grew up and it has been my dream to be a surgeon to serve the community that once served me.”
Dr. Schaeffer received his medical degree from the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. He completed a residency in General Surgery at Gunderson Health System in La Crosse, WI. Both Dr. Schaeffer and his wife grew up in the Huron area and have three young children. He enjoys being active outdoors with sports, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family.
“My family and I are excited to move to Watertown and be involved with the community,” said Dr. Schaeffer. “I believe in innovative and comprehensive care across the broad spectrum of general surgery services.”
Drs. Greg Gerrish and Jacob Schaeffer both utilize minimally invasive technology when possible to optimize recovery. They diagnose and treat common conditions at the Prairie Lakes General Surgery Clinic located at Mallard Pointe; such as, gall bladder disorders, hernias, breast diseases, thyroid diseases, colon cancer screening and treatment, dialysis access, and gastroesophageal reflux. You may schedule an appointment at the Prairie Lakes General Surgery Clinic by calling 605-882-6850. A referral is not required to schedule an appointment.