
Overview
Daniel Shirley, MD, is an infectious disease doctor at UW Health. Dr. Shirley cares for people with general infections and complex infectious diseases.Dr. Shirley’s work ranges from diagnosing illnesses to prescribing medication and creating treatment plans. He also consults with other physicians as needed and offers recommendations to manage and prevent complex infectious diseases.Working as a medical detective of sorts, Dr. Shirley often partners with colleagues to identify infections with unknown origins. Using patient history and open dialogue, Dr. Shirley is able to track down the source of the infection, devise treatment plans and stop the spread of the disease.In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Shirley is an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He also participates in global health initiatives and researches ways to prepare for emerging infections and leads infection control efforts at UW Health, creating plans to protect patients and health care workers from acquiring new infections while in hospitals and clinics.During his free time, Dr. Shirley and his wife enjoy life on their farm, raising cattle and sheep.It’s rewarding to care for patients with unknown infections, make a correct diagnosis and find the right treatment to cure them.
Dr. Shirley is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Strep Throat, and Infective Endocarditis.
Dr. Shirley is board certified in Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 31 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
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.
University Hospital Infectious Disease Clinic
Christopher Saddler, MD, is a UW Health infectious disease doctor and an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Saddler has special expertise in transplant infections and immune-compromising conditions.Dr. Saddler helps doctors diagnose and treat infectious diseases, including complex conditions. He treats varied disorders ranging from fungal infections and infectious diarrhea to non-tuberculosis bacterial infections and rare viral diseases. His clinical interest focuses on treating people with immune system problems that increase their risk for infections. These include organ transplant recipients, people with cancer and those who have had bone marrow transplants or chemotherapy.Dr. Saddler is a teacher and problem-solver at heart. After easing patients’ fears, he educates them about their condition and helps them understand their treatment options. He takes a patient-centered approach to care, individualizing treatment to meet each patient’s medical needs and personal values.Dr. Saddler also conducts research to advance the prevention, treatment and management of infectious disease. He leads clinical trials and other studies, including studies focused on infections that present a higher risk to transplant patients.In his free time, Dr. Saddler enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and staying active.It's rewarding to care for patients and know you made a real difference. Seeing people get better — sometimes much better — is amazing. Dr. Saddler is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Nocardiosis, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease. Dr. Saddler is board certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases.
University Hospital Infectious Disease Clinic
Dr. Gauthier’s research seeks to understand the pathogenesis of the thermally dimorphic fungi at the molecular level using _Blastomyces dermatitidis_ as a model organism. As a physician-scientist his goal is to bring the research findings at the bench into the clinic to improve the care and clinical outcomes of patients with invasive fungal infections. Dr. Gauthier is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blastomycosis, Mastoiditis, Osteomyelitis, and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Gauthier is board certified in Infectious Diseases.
SSM Health Dean Medical Group Specialty Services
Dr. Carlson is board certified as both an internal medicine and infectious disease physician. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Illinois State University and earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois in Peoria. She completed her residency at the University of California - San Diego and fellowship at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Dr. Carlson finds all areas of infectious disease treatment interesting, but she has a special interest in the treatment and prevention of HIV and Hepatitis C. In her free time, she enjoys yoga and meditation, gardening, crafting and hiking. Dr. Carlson is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Cellulitis, and Infective Endocarditis. Dr. Carlson is board certified in American Board Of IM/Infectious Disease , American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Infectious Disease , Drug Enforcement Administration , and Wisconsin Medical Examining Board.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel Shirley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Shirley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel Shirley by calling their office at 608-263-0946. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daniel Shirley a top-rated expert for Osteomyelitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel Shirley is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteomyelitis, 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. Daniel Shirley specialize in?
While Dr. Daniel Shirley is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Strep Throat. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.
Does Dr. Daniel Shirley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Daniel Shirley has published 31 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteomyelitis. You can view a list of Dr. Daniel Shirley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Daniel Shirley accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniel Shirley accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-0946 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
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- OsteomyelitisDr. Shirley isAdvanced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Experienced
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- EndocarditisDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Infectious ArthritisDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Infectious Arthritis.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- MastoiditisDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Mastoiditis.
- Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)


