Overview
Dr. Betty Allen is a UW Health endocrine surgeon. She specializes in treating conditions that affect the endocrine system, which includes the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands. Some of the conditions she treats are thyroid cancer, Graves’ disease, hyperparathyroidism and adrenal tumors. Dr. Allen performs surgery to help patients with both non-cancerous and cancerous problems in these areas.Dr. Allen believes that every patient should have fair and equal access to high-quality care. She works hard to make sure each person receives the best treatment possible, using the latest medical research and surgical techniques. Her goal is to help patients feel confident and supported throughout their care journey.In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Allen is passionate about teaching and research. She serves as a clinical adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where she helps train residents and fellows. Dr. Allen also studies how access to care affects health outcomes, especially for people with endocrine conditions. She uses this research to improve care and make sure more patients get the help they need.Outside of work, Dr. Allen enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. Together, they like swimming, hiking, and dancing.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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- POS
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations
6861 Villagreen View, Rockford, IL 61107
Clinical Research
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Rebecca Sippel, MD, is a UW Health surgeon. She’s also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery.Dr. Sippel treats people with disorders involving their hormones and the endocrine glands that make those hormones. She performs surgery on the thyroid (small gland at the base of the neck), parathyroid (pea-sized glands behind the thyroid) and adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys).Dr. Sippel has a special interest in treating people who need a second parathyroid surgery to correct a procedure performed elsewhere. She also manages thyroid cancer and works to help her patients live high-quality lives.When meeting with patients, Dr. Sippel listens closely as they describe their symptoms. She considers their test results and makes a diagnosis. Then, she educates her patients about their endocrine conditions. She answers questions and outlines treatment options, either surgical or nonsurgical, so they can make the best decisions about their care.To help ensure successful outcomes for her patients, Dr. Sippel also conducts research involving endocrine surgery.Away from the clinic, Dr. Sippel enjoys spending time with her family.It’s so rewarding to see patients after surgery and find out how much better they feel. Dr. Sippel is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sippel is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Sippel is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Betty Allen
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Does Dr. Betty Allen accept my insurance?
Dr. Betty Allen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aspirus Arise Health Plan and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 779-696-0250 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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