
Overview
Elizabeth Chapman, MD, is a doctor of geriatrics at UW Health and a clinical associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology. As a geriatrician, she cares for hospitalized older adults who are experiencing age-related challenges during their stay.Dr. Chapman treats patients experiencing delirium, dementia, depression and falls. Her primary clinical interest is to make hospital care for elderly patients more person-centered and sensitive to common issues like memory impairment and hearing loss.Dr. Chapman’s care philosophy is to understand who her patients are outside the hospital in order to deliver the best possible care. She also believes that combining the strength and expertise of multiple teams at UW Health helps them achieve the common goal of delivering high-quality care for older adults in the hospital and as they transition back to the community.As a geriatrician, I get to advocate for older adults in the hospital and help create a system that is more sensitive to their needs.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia and Cerebellar Degeneration.
Dr. Chapman is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles.
Graduate Year
Specialties
Licenses
Board Certifications
Hospital Affiliations
Languages Spoken
Gender
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
University Hospital Inpatient Unit
Cynthia Carlsson, MD, is a UW Health geriatrician and professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She provides care for hospitalized older adults with dementia and memory issues.Dr. Carlsson has a variety of clinical interests, including age-related dementia in older adults, medications used to treat and delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and vascular risk factors for cognitive decline. She is also interested in the training and education of health care providers working with dementia patients and their families.Using a patient-centered approach to care, Dr. Carlsson focuses on her patients’ needs and preferences when developing treatment plans. She also addresses their concerns and integrates their families’ input when determining the best approach to care.In addition to her clinical practice and teaching role, Dr. Carlsson leads clinical research on Alzheimer’s disease causes, prevention techniques and new treatment therapies.In her free time, Dr. Carlsson enjoys experimenting with new recipes, kayaking on Lake Wingra, walking her dog and spending time with family and friends.The experience of watching my grandmother develop dementia prompted my interest and eventual career in geriatrics and Alzheimer’s prevention. Dr. Carlsson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. Dr. Carlsson is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine.
UW Medical Foundation
Mark Sager is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Middleton, Wisconsin. Dr. Sager is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.
Fitchburg Clinic Memory Assessment Clinic
Sanjay Asthana, MD, is a UW Health geriatrician (a doctor who cares for patients over the age of 65). He's also a professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where he also serves as division chief.He's committed to helping improve the quality of life for people with memory problems, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and their families. After completing a comprehensive evaluation to determine the cause and the best management options, he educates families on what to expect as Alzheimer’s and other types of memory problems progress, offers the latest in treatment options, and helps patients remain as comfortable as possible.Dr. Asthana has published extensively in the fields of hormone therapy, Alzheimer's disease and gerontology (the study of aging) and has worked with the National Health Institute (NIH) for more than 20 years. He’s working to find out what causes Alzheimer’s, the best way to diagnose and treat the disease, and how to reduce the suffering for diagnosed patients. Dr. Asthana also oversees researchers working to translate their results into improved patient care and potential cures or prevention guidelines.Outside of work, Dr. Asthana enjoys traveling, hiking, bicycling and getting to know people from diverse backgrounds.Alzheimer’s is very devastating, and we do our best to help the patient and family throughout their journey with the disease. Dr. Asthana is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Menopause, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Asthana is board certified in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Asthana is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman by calling their office at 608-263-6400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman a top-rated expert for Dementia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman is classified as an Experienced expert for Dementia, 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. Elizabeth N. Chapman specialize in?
While Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman accept my insurance?
Dr. Elizabeth N. Chapman accepts most major insurance plans, including Wellcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-6400 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
- Experienced
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Chapman isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- DementiaDr. Chapman isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.

