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Dr. Ira Bird, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Ira Bird, MD
4.5 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Ira Bird, MD is a General Surgeon in Brunswick, ME.
Dr. Ira Bird, MD
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Dr. Ira Bird, MD

General Surgery* Age 53
Brunswick, ME
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ira Bird, MD is a General Surgeon in Brunswick, ME.

About

Dr. Bird graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Ira Bird, MD is a General Surgeon in Brunswick, ME and has 25 years experience. Dr. Bird currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mid Coast Hospital. Dr. Bird has experience treating conditions like Gallstones and Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bird received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Bird's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bird is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

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Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Wound Repair
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Wound Repair
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Lipomas
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Umbilical Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Appendicitis
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Small Intestine Cancer
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Diverticulum
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Burn Injuries
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cholangiocarcinoma
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Ileus
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Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Pathway X Enhanced Network-ME HMO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Humana
  • Cigna
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • Medicare
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • Open Access
  • Aetna
  • Navigate POS
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Golden Rule

Locations

  1. 1 Mid Coast Medical Group-Surgical Care
    121 Medical Center Dr Ste 2550, Brunswick, ME 04011

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bird
4.5
Based on 15 Reviews
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Patient Reviews
Oct 17, 2021
Excellent surgeon. Great attitude and personality. Takes the time to listen. Explained the procedure well including post op expectations. Emergency surgery to remove a section of ruptured colon due to diverticulitis
Glen — Oct 17, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Connecticut School of Medicine
    1999
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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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. Ira Bird, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bird's profile.

Dr. Bird frequently treats the following conditions: Gallstones and Inguinal Hernia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ira Bird, MD is affiliated with Mid Coast Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ira Bird, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mid Coast Hospital

    123 Medical Center Dr, Brunswick, ME