About
Denise Schumacher, MD brings more than two decades of OB/Gyn experience to her gynecology practice at ima Healthcare. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the State University of New York at Potsdam in 1989, then completed her Doctor of Medicine at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 1994. Her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology took place at the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics in Madison, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Schumacher holds board certification from the American Board of OB/Gyn and serves as a Clinical Associate Professor of OB/Gyn. S. Army as a Captain and then Major, treating patients at Army Community Hospitals in Fort Riley, Kansas and Fort Hood, Texas. She later held positions at Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and the University of North Dakota School of Medicine. Among her recognitions, she earned the APGO Excellence in Teaching Award and three Sanford Health Guardian Angel Awards. Dr. Schumacher now focuses on the full spectrum of women's health, including in-office endometrial ablation using the Minerva ES system for abnormal uterine bleeding. She lives in Fargo with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
State University of New York, Potsdam, NY – Bachelor of Arts in Biology (1989)
Medical School
University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Grand Forks, ND – Doctor of Medicine (1994)
Residency
Obstetrics/Gynecology and Chief Resident, University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics, Madison, WI (1994-1998)
Additional Training
Clinical Associate Professor of OB/Gyn
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Schumacher right for?
Dr. Schumacher is a strong fit for women seeking experienced gynecologic care in Fargo. Patients dealing with abnormal uterine bleeding, heavy periods, or other gynecologic conditions benefit from her focused expertise. Women who prefer in-office procedures rather than hospital settings will find her Minerva ES endometrial ablation a practical option. Her two decades of OB/Gyn practice make her well-suited for patients with complex or long-standing women's health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Schumacher focuses on the full spectrum of women's health and gynecology. She treats abnormal uterine bleeding, heavy periods, and a wide range of gynecologic conditions. Her clinical experience spans more than 20 years in the Fargo area.
Yes, Dr. Schumacher holds board certification from the American Board of OB/Gyn. She also serves as a Clinical Associate Professor of OB/Gyn and earned the APGO Excellence in Teaching Award.
Dr. Schumacher earned her medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She completed her OB/Gyn residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics in Madison, where she also served as Chief Resident.
Yes, Dr. Schumacher performs in-office endometrial ablation using the Minerva ES system. This procedure targets abnormal uterine bleeding and takes place at the ima Healthcare clinic, avoiding a hospital setting.
S. Army before entering civilian practice. She treated patients at Army Community Hospitals at Fort Riley, Kansas and Fort Hood, Texas from 1998 to 2002.
Dr. Schumacher earned the APGO Excellence in Teaching Award and received the Sanford Health Guardian Angel Award three times. She also received the UND School of Medicine Dean's Special Recognition Award in OB/Gyn and graduated as an Alpha Omega Alpha scholar.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026