
Overview
Dana Hayden, MD, MPH, is a UW Health colorectal (colon and rectal) surgeon and co-director of the UW Health Digestive Health Center. She’s also a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Hayden diagnoses and treats noncancerous and cancerous digestive disorders. She assesses rectal pain, bleeding and other symptoms, and performs colonoscopies to check for cancer and other abnormalities.Dr. Hayden treats colon polyps (abnormal growths), colon cancer, hemorrhoids and other conditions. Her specialties include inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. She also treats complex or advanced cancers and offers expert care for sarcopenia, a muscle-wasting disorder associated with cancer.Understanding the sensitive nature of many colorectal disorders, Dr. Hayden listens to individual challenges, concerns and treatment goals. She puts people at ease as she develops care plans to help them achieve those goals.In addition to patient care, Dr. Hayden researches sarcopenia therapies that prepare patients for colorectal surgery and improve post-operative results.Outside of work, Dr. Hayden enjoys hiking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities.Colorectal surgery can make people feel great after treatment for painful or bothersome conditions. That's super gratifying.
Dr. Hayden is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.
Dr. Hayden is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 54 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Hayden is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
209 9th St, Suite 200, Rockford, IL 61104
750 University Row, Madison, WI 53705
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hayden has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Digestive Health Center Colorectal Surgery Clinic
Evie Carchman, MD, FACS is a UW Health colorectal surgeon. She’s also an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.As a fellowship-trained colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Carchman performs surgery on patients who have a wide range of colon and rectal concerns. She cares for patients with cancerous and benign (noncancerous) conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, including inflammatory bowel disease.Dr. Carchman specializes in using minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery, to treat colon and rectal conditions.Dr. Carchman recognizes the importance of comprehensive support and prioritizes the physical, emotional and social well-being of both her patients and their families. Through active listening and open communication, she builds relationships with her patients based on trust and respect. She combines education, research and exceptional care to help her patients achieve their health goals and return to enjoying their lives.In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Carchman conducts research focused on the prevention and treatment of anal cancer.When she’s not at work, Dr. Carchman enjoys spending time with her family.I am dedicated to improving the happiness and health of my patients so they can live life on their own terms. Dr. Carchman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Carchman is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Carchman is currently accepting new patients.
Osf Multi-Specialty Group
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
Scott Nathan Pinchot, MD, a general surgeon at Endeavor Health, specializes in colon and rectal surgery. With more than a decade of experience, he provides surgical treatment for diseases of the lower digestive tract, supporting patients through comprehensive evaluation and individualized surgical care. Dr. Pinchot is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Pinchot is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Pinchot is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dana M. Hayden
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dana M. Hayden?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Dana M. Hayden by calling their office at 779-696-8700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Dana M. Hayden a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dana M. Hayden is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Dana M. Hayden specialize in?
While Dr. Dana M. Hayden is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, and Anal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Dana M. Hayden participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Dana M. Hayden has published 54 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Dana M. Hayden's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Dana M. Hayden accept my insurance?
Dr. Dana M. Hayden accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 779-696-8700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Hayden isDistinguished. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- ColostomyDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Colostomy.
- EncopresisDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- IleostomyDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Hayden isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Experienced
- Anal FissureDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- ColonoscopyDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Mesenteric Venous ThrombosisDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.
- Pilonidal Sinus DiseaseDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Pilonidal Sinus Disease.
- ProctitisDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- UreteroscopyDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Hayden isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.


