The doctor's training and experience, accessibility, and the doctor's approach to preventive medicine.

For further information on a particular physician's professional qualifications, you can receive additional information at one of the following state or national offices.

The Minnesota Board of Medical Practices can give information if the physician has had any disciplinary actions taken against him/her, where the physician went to school and when licensed in the State of Minnesota. The number is 612-617-2130.

The American Board of Medical Specialists can provide information on the board certification of a physician. The number is 1-800-776-2378.