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Richard Backes, MD

Cardiology
Patient Rating
5.0/5 (Based on 79 Ratings)
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Gender:

Male

Languages:

English

Service Line
Medical Education

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Medicine

Residency

Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Internal Medicine

Fellowship

Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Cardiovascular Disease

Board Certifications
  • American Board of Internal Medicine -
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
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    Locations

    Primary Location

    CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center

    1406 6th Ave N St Cloud, MN 56303

    Main: 320-656-7020
    Alternate: 800-448-3455

    CentraCare - Benson Clinic

    1815 Wisconsin Ave (Use McKinney Ave Entrance) Benson, MN 56215

    Main: 320-843-2030

    Articles

    Reviews

    5.0
    December 12, 2025
    Dr Backes has steadfastly provided excellent care to the Mille Lacs Area in Onamia x 20yrs, with realistic goals and cultural understanding.
    5.0
    November 11, 2025
    This was the first time I seen Dr. Backes. He is an compassionate, concerned, and caring physician. He answered questions I have asked others. His experience was appreciated.
    5.0
    November 06, 2025
    Care provider was excellent in all respects and very personable.
    5.0
    November 04, 2025
    Dr. Backes is a very wonderful and compassionate provider. I would highly recommend him. He's a great cardiologist. He takes exceptional care of patients.
    5.0
    September 04, 2025
    Highly recommend Dr. Backes
    5.0
    August 21, 2025
    Good
    5.0
    August 16, 2025
    Wonderful Dr.ive had him for many and would never go anywhere else
    5.0
    June 26, 2025
    Good
    5.0
    May 14, 2025
    Doctor Backes I think is a great doctor. He listens very well to you. Cares about you and has a sense of humor.
    5.0
    May 12, 2025
    All went well.
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