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Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional interests include: bladder cancer, elevated PSA, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and more.
2024 S 6th Street
Brainerd, MN 56401

Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO is an urologist in Brainerd, MN specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital, Essentia Health and ASTERA HEALTH.

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Office Locations

2024 S 6th Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
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523 N 3rd Street
Brainerd, MN 56401
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Some issues Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

  • Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
  • Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
  • Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

  • Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
  • Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Affordability:

cystoscopy

In 2023, Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO had a list price for cystoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of providers in related specialties within Minnesota. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

core needle prostate biopsy
diagnostic cystoscopy
prostate biopsy
prostate punch biopsy

In 2023, Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO had a list price for core needle prostate biopsy, diagnostic cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, and prostate punch biopsy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Minnesota. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

biological response modifier therapy
diagnostic cystoscopy
intravesical chemotherapy
minimally invasive procedures

In 2013, Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO performed more biological response modifier (BRM) therapy, diagnostic cystoscopy, intravesical chemotherapy, and minimally invasive procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Minnesota.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and urologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 114
minimally invasive procedures 23
urologic procedures 23

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 134
Female 76
Age
From 65 to 74 70
From 75 to 84 74
85 and over 22
Less than 65 44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2015 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2016 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures and potassium test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 240
minimally invasive procedures 40
potassium test 12
urologic procedures 52

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 117
Female 56
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 52
85 and over 26
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 27
Dementia 11
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and urologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 236
minimally invasive procedures 48
urologic procedures 48

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 117
Female 74
Age
From 65 to 74 69
From 75 to 84 56
85 and over 32
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 27
Dementia 12
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, stent placement (stenting) and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 196
laser treatment 13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 13
minimally invasive procedures 77
stent placement (stenting) 27
urologic procedures 77

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 129
Female 65
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 55
85 and over 26
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2018 were high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 33
Dementia 16
Cancer 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, stent placement (stenting) and foreign body removal.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 16
doctor visit 319
foreign body removal 20
laser treatment 19
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 19
minimally invasive procedures 160
minor procedures 16
stent placement (stenting) 41
urologic procedures 160

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 202
Female 98
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 285
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 116
From 75 to 84 105
85 and over 34
Less than 65 45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 4
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 29
Dementia 7
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, stent placement (stenting) and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

ablation 12
cancer surgery 12
diagnostic procedures 22
doctor visit 243
laser treatment 13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 13
minimally invasive procedures 192
minor procedures 22
stent placement (stenting) 34
urologic procedures 192

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 258
Female 77
Age
From 65 to 74 136
From 75 to 84 109
85 and over 51
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 4
Osteoperosis 5
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 8
Cancer 26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, urologic procedures, minor procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

ablation 12
cancer surgery 11
diagnostic procedures 24
doctor visit 275
minimally invasive procedures 189
minor procedures 24
stent placement (stenting) 15
urologic procedures 189

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 240
Female 79
Age
From 65 to 74 134
From 75 to 84 104
85 and over 51
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 4
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 32
Dementia 8
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2022 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy and biological response modifier (BRM) therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

ablation 12
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 33
chemotherapy 33
diagnostic procedures 17
doctor visit 293
laser treatment 12
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 12
minimally invasive procedures 171
minor procedures 17
stent placement (stenting) 25
urologic procedures 204

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 244
Female 78
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 311
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 126
From 75 to 84 123
85 and over 39
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and diabetes.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 32
Dementia 5
Cancer 38

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN during 2023 were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy and biological response modifier (BRM) therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 28
chemotherapy 28
diagnostic procedures 14
doctor visit 270
minimally invasive procedures 121
minor procedures 14
urologic procedures 149

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 241
Female 75
Age
From 65 to 74 120
From 75 to 84 132
85 and over 34
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 28
Dementia 0
Cancer 36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated as an urologist in Brainerd, MN were urologic procedures, minimally invasive procedures, chemotherapy and biological response modifier (BRM) therapy.

ablation 12
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 30
cancer surgery 11
chemotherapy 30
diagnostic procedures 18
doctor visit 242
foreign body removal 20
laser treatment 14
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation) 14
minimally invasive procedures 113
minor procedures 18
potassium test 12
stent placement (stenting) 28
urologic procedures 121

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO.

Gender
Male 186
Female 75
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 66
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 90
85 and over 35
Less than 65 37
65 to 74 99

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO From 2015 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 7
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 28
Atrial Fibrillation 15
Cancer 23
Dementia 7

Education & Training

Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery - Urology and has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery - Urology

Licensed In: Minnesota

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Joseph's Hospital
Essentia Health
ASTERA HEALTH

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Brainerd, MN. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-01
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Really enjoy having Dr. Chapman. Thorough and explains process well.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-08-12
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Dr Chapman was excellent.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-08-09
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Very nice
Overall Rating: 4.0 2025-03-02
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Good

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Eric John Chapman, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Medtronic, Inc. $440 INTERSTIM
$440
Boston Scientific Corporation $433 rezum Generator
$180 		SpaceOAR VUE System - 10mL
$114 		AMS 700
$76 		Rezum
$36
$27
NeoTract Inc. $165 Urolift
$165
Medtronic USA, Inc. $135 INTERSTIM
$124 		VERIFY
$11
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp. $129 Optilume BPH Drug Coated Balloon Catheter
$107
$21
Other $414 Urolift System
$127 		Myrbetriq
$114 		porges Coloplast
$51 		PYLARIFY
$32 		Axonics
$18 		Other
$73
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,696
Education $19

Biography

Dr. Eric Chapman practices urology (urinary tract disease). He attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is rated 5.0 stars (out of 5) by his patients. Dr. Chapman's hospital/clinic affiliations include St. Joseph's Hospital and Essentia Health. He has an open panel in Brainerd, MN according to Doctor.com.

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