Darin Lang, MD

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A Specialist in Internal & Geriatric Medicine

Dr. Darin Lang specializes in geriatric care, preventive medicine and adult chronic disease management. He treats memory loss, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

His services include:

  • Guiding patients during transitions from home care to assisted living or nursing home care
  • Medical care for elderly patients
  • Memory loss care
  • Preventive medicine

Dr. Lang is the first physician in North Dakota to become board certified in lifestyle medicine. Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach to treating conditions through lifestyle changes. Dr. Lang works with patients to replace their unhealthy behaviors with better choices that relieve symptoms and mitigate diseases.

He is the department chair of internal medicine in Fargo and Moorhead. He is also an associate professor at the University of North Dakota, and he is a faculty member with the internal medicine residency and geriatric fellowship programs.

Speaks: English

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Types of Care

(701) 234-8820

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Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:
Geriatric Medicine: Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Residency:
Internal Medicine: Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, WA
Medical School:
University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Grand Forks, ND

Board Certifications:
American Board of Internal Medicine: Geriatric Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine

Experience & Research

Professional Memberships:

  • American College of Physicians
  • American Geriatric Society

Idea of Care

I believe in listening to patients and partnering with them to reach their health goals during their different life stages. I help patients maintain their function and independence while promoting healthy lifestyles that improve their quality of life.

Personal Interests

Dr. Lang enjoys hiking, camping and spending time at the lake. He likes to spend as much time as possible with his three sons.

Awards and Distinctions

Guardian Angel Award

Additional Locations

Sanford Executive Health Center Fargo

801 Broadway
Fargo, North Dakota 58102

(701) 234-4350

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