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Siri A. Urquhart, M.D.

  1. Gastroenterologist

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Siri A. Urquhart, M.D., is an assistant professor of medicine and gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, caring for people from across the nation and around the world. Dr. Urquhart specializes in the diagnosis and management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, as well as microscopic colitis and complex gastrointestinal disorders. She is dedicated to helping patients improve their health and quality of life through evidence-based care tailored to individual needs.

"My goal is to provide compassionate, individualized care that combines the latest scientific evidence with a deep understanding of each patient's unique experience. I believe in partnering with patients to develop treatment plans that improve both health outcomes and quality of life," says Dr. Urquhart.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Urquhart provides comprehensive care with specialized expertise in:

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis): Comprehensive evaluation, medical management, and advanced therapies
  • Microscopic colitis: Diagnosis and individualized treatment options
  • Chronic diarrhea and complex gastrointestinal disorders: Advanced diagnostic strategies and care planning
  • Clinical research in IBD and intestinal inflammation: Advancing knowledge to improve patient outcomes

Research and expertise

Dr. Urquhart completed medical school at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, followed by internal medicine residency, gastroenterology fellowship, and advanced fellowship training in inflammatory bowel disease at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Her research focuses on non-conventional dysplasia, intestinal inflammation, and clinical advancements in inflammatory bowel disease. She has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and presented nationally on topics related to gastrointestinal disorders.

Personal note

Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Urquhart enjoys spending time with family, traveling, reading, and outdoor activities including hiking and fishing.

  1. Colonoscopy
  2. Endoscopic procedure
  1. 2025
    SubSpec FellowGI - Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  2. 2024
    Fellow - GastroenterologyMayo Graduate School of Medicine
  3. 2023
    Certificate - Mayo Clinic Center for Clinical and Translational Science Postdoctoral CertificateMayo Graduate School of Medicine
  4. 2021
    Resident - Internal MedicineMayo Graduate School of Medicine
  5. 2018
    Doctor of MedicineUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  6. 2013
    BS - Biology with pre-medicine emphasis and History minorUniversity of North Dakota

Certifications

  1. 2024
    GastroenterologyAmerican Board of Internal Medicine
  2. 2021
    Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal Medicine

Awards and honors

  1. 2025
    Rising Star Medical Professional AwardMinnesota/Dakotas Chapter, Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
  2. 2024
    Zarrow Family Foundation Fellowship in GIMayo Clinic
  3. 2024
    Fiterman AwardMayo Clinic
  4. 2024
    Patient Experience Top Performance Award in Likelihood to RecommendMayo Clinic
  5. 2024
    Above and Beyond Recognition Program - Recognized for TeamworkMayo Clinic
  6. 2023
    AIBD Travel Grant RecipientAdvances in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  7. 2023
    Outstanding Poster PresenterAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  8. 2021
    J. Thomas Mangan, M.D. Primary Care Clinic Award for Clinical ExcellenceMayo Clinic Internal Medicine Residency
  9. 2021
    Poster of DistinctionDigestive Diseases Week
  10. 2020
    Outstanding Poster PresenterAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  11. 2019
    Outstanding Poster PresenterAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  12. 2018
    North Dakota Medical Association AwardUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  13. 2017
    Duggan Medical Scholarship RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  14. 2017
    Alpha Omega Alpha MemberAlpha Omega Alpha
  15. 2016
    Dr. James Kelleher AwardUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  16. 2016
    Dr. Walter Wasdahl & Dr. Robert & Kay Hedger Scholarship RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  17. 2015
    Fairview Lakes Auxiliary Members' Scholarship RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  18. 2015
    Dr. A.K. Saiki Memorial Endowment Scholarship RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  19. 2015
    Academic Honors - Blocks VI and VIIIUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  20. 2014
    Henry Hobart Ruger Trust Grant RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  21. 2014
    Dr. John R. & Karen M. Schmidt Scholarship RecipientUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  22. 2013
    Summa Cum Laude HonorsSumma Cum Laude
  23. 2012
    Phi Beta Kappa MemberPhi Beta Kappa
  24. 2011
    Phi Eta Sigma - served as Treasurer from 4/2011 to 4/2012 and President from 4/2012 to 5/2013Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
  25. 2010
    Dean's List and President's Honor RollUniversity of North Dakota

Professional memberships

  1. 2025 - present
    AdvisorInternal Medicine Residency Gastroenterology Interest Group
  2. 2024 - present
    Regional Education CommitteeCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  3. 2024 - present
    Education Universe Editorial BoardAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  4. 2024 - present
    Regional Education Committee MemberCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  5. 2024 - present
    Education Universe Editorial BoardAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  6. 2024 - present
    Patient Care CommitteeAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  7. 2024 - present
    Patient Care CommitteeAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  8. 2022 - present
    Healthcare Professional Engagement CommitteeCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  9. 2022 - present
    IBD-Community Day - Rochester CommitteeCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  10. 2022 - present
    MemberCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  11. 2022 - present
    Healthcare Professional Engagement Committee MemberCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  12. 2022 - present
    IBD Community Day - Rochester Committee MemberCrohn's and Colitis Foundation
  13. 2021 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Gastroenterology
  14. 2021 - present
    MemberAmerican Gastroenterological Association
  15. 2021 - present
    MemberAmerican Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  16. 2020 - 2024
    MemberMayo Clinic
  17. 2019 - 2025
    Mayo Fellows Association Co-ChairMayo Clinic
  18. 2018 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Physicians
  19. 2016 - 2018
    SecretaryUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  20. 2015 - 2016
    Committee MemberUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  21. 2015 - 2016
    Committee MemberUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  22. 2014 - 2018
    Council MemberUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences

Publications