About
Mike Lillestol, MD, FAPC built an unusually broad foundation before entering internal medicine. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from North Dakota State University in 1970, followed by a Bachelor of Science in Medicine from the University of North Dakota in 1973. He then earned his Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 1974 and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis in 1977. The American Board of Internal Medicine certified him that same year.
Dr. Lillestol holds Fellow status with the American College of Physicians, earned in 1993, and holds certification from the American College of Cardiology for Electrocardiography. He also maintains licensure as a Certified Registered Pharmacist in both Minnesota and North Dakota. His clinical interests center on osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, and cholesterol management. He serves as a Professor at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine, President of Lillestol Research, and President of the Heartland Independent Providers Network. The North Dakota Department of Health recognized him with the Diabetes Care Provider Achievement Award in 2002, 2003, and 2004. FM Today Magazine named him a Top Doc in both Geriatrics and Internal Medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of North Dakota – B.S. in Medicine (1973); North Dakota State University – B.S. in Pharmacy (1970)
Medical School
University of Minnesota Medical School – Doctorate in Medicine (1974)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis, MN (1977)
Additional Training
Certified Registered Pharmacist, Minnesota and North Dakota; Professor, University of North Dakota School of Medicine; President, Lillestol Research; President, Heartland Independent Providers Network
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lillestol right for?
Dr. Lillestol suits adults managing multiple chronic conditions, particularly those dealing with osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure. His background in pharmacy gives him a distinctive perspective on medication management. Patients with atrial fibrillation or complex cardiovascular concerns benefit from his cardiology certification in electrocardiography. Those who value a physician with deep academic and research ties will find his profile particularly compelling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lillestol focuses on osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia, low testosterone, and cholesterol management. He brings both clinical and research expertise to these areas.
Yes, the American Board of Internal Medicine certified Dr. Lillestol in 1977. He also holds Fellow status with the American College of Physicians and certification from the American College of Cardiology for Electrocardiography.
Yes, Dr. Lillestol earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from North Dakota State University before pursuing medicine. He maintains licensure as a Certified Registered Pharmacist in both Minnesota and North Dakota.
Dr. Lillestol earned his Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis in 1977.
The North Dakota Department of Health awarded Dr. Lillestol the Diabetes Care Provider Achievement Award in 2002, 2003, and 2004. FM Today Magazine named him a Top Doc in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine, and he received the UND School of Medicine Dean's Recognition Award in 2005.
Dr. Lillestol serves as a Professor at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine. He also leads Lillestol Research as President and heads the Heartland Independent Providers Network in the same capacity.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026