John Robert Fischer MD

Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Professor and Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Minnesota

606 24th Ave SSte 300Minneapolis, MN 55454
Phone+1 612-273-7111
Fax+1 612-273-7112

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Summary

Dr. John Fischer, based in Minneapolis, MN, is an accomplished specialist in Obstetrics & Gynecology with subspecialties in Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery. He completed his medical education and training at several institutions, including the Uniformed Services University and Indiana University School of Medicine. Currently, he serves as a Professor and Department Chair at the University of Minnesota Medical School. His career includes notable roles at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and involvement with the USAF Surgeon General. Dr. Fischer's clinical expertise covers chronic pelvic pain, female sexual dysfunction, and pelvic surgeries. His research has been published in numerous scientific journals. He has received accolades such as the Distinguished Alumni Award from Wright State University and several honors from the United States Air Force.

Education & Training

Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Female Pelvic Medicine And Reconstructive Surgery (Obgyn), 1996 - 1999
Wright State UniversityResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1992 - 1996
National Capital ConsortiumInternship, Transitional Year, 1988 - 1989
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of MedicineClass of 1988
College of St. ThomasBA, Biology, Cum Laude, 1984

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Certifications & Licensure

MN State Medical License 1990 - 2027
OH State Medical License 1999 - 2005
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics & Gynecology
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Junior Fellow, Outstanding Professor Armed Forces District of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 2009
Distinguished Alumni Award Boonshoft School of Medicine, Wright State University, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2008
Air Force Longevity Ribbon with 1 Silver Oak Leaf Clusters United States Air Force, 2004

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

2 citations
PrEP-aring the General Gynecologist to Offer HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis.
Jessika A Ralph, Sarah M Westberg, Christy M Boraas, Carrie A Terrell, John R Fischer
Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2022-12-01
3 citations
Data Gap in Sacral Neuromodulation Documentation: Call to Improve Documentation Protocols.
Christopher M Hornung, Ranveer Vasdev, Kate A Hanson, Rachael Gotlieb, Cynthia S Fok
International Neurourology Journal. 2022-09-01
9 citations
Pelvic organ prolapse and anal incontinence in women: screening with a validated epidemiology survey.
Martina G Gabra, Katelyn M Tessier, Cynthia S Fok, Nissrine Nakib, Makinna C Oestreich
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics. 2022-09-01

Journal Articles

What is new in Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries? The Best Articles From the Past Year
Fischer JR, Obstet Gynecol, 1/1/2013
Rectovaginal fistula model in the New Zealand white rabbit
Aungst MJ, Fischer JR, Bonhage MR, Albright TS, Noel KA, Wright J, Int Urogynecol J Pelvic Floor Dysfunct, 1/26/2010
Interposition grafts for rectovaginal fistula repair in the New Zealand white rabbit
Aungst MJ, Bears JJ, Lewis BS, Fischer JR, Bonhage MR, Wright J Jr., Int Urogynecol J Pelvic Floor Dysfunct, 1/9/2010

Abstracts/Posters

A case of postpartum labial conglutination.
Oliva J, Fischer J, Annual Meeting of the Armed Forces District of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, San Diego, CA, 1/1/2011
The Racial Distribution of Female Pelvic Floor Disorders in an Equal Access Health Care System.
Gray-Sears C, Fischer JR, American Urogynecologic Society Annual Meeting, Hollywood, FL, 1/1/2007
Chronic urinary retention and pelvic floor Hypertonicity following surgery for endometriosis: A case series.
Gehrich AP, Aseff JN, Iglesia CB, Fischer JR, Buller JL, Society of Gynecologic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, 1/1/2005

Lectures

"Mid-urethral Slings: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly"
Las Vegas, NV - 1/1/2014
"Update on the Use of Mesh in Pelvic Floor Repair"
Holy Cross Hospital, Cambridge, MD - 1/1/2012
"The Anatomic Perineal Repair"
Holy Cross Hospital, Cambridge, MD - 1/1/2012

Other

Green Journal Editors Picks Podcast
Fischer J, Wright J, Podcast
Monthly podcast posted on the Green Journal Website
(DVD) The beef tongue model: A tool in the teaching of obstetrics laceration repair.
Gehrich A, Davis G, Albright T, Wright J, Fischer J, Buller J, Walter Reed Army Medical Center Audiovisual Department
1/1/2006
Editor: "Objective Three: Pap Smear and Cultures"
Fischer JR, Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics Medical Student Educational Objectives, 8th E
Crofton, MD - 1/1/2004