Overview
Frank Walter is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Portage, Wisconsin.
Dr. Walter is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Osteoarthritis, Trigger Thumb, and Hip Replacement.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations
2817 New Pinery Rd, Portage, WI 53901
140 24th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
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.
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SSM Health Orthopedics
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1 S Park St Medical Center Orthopedic Hand And Upper Extremity Clinic
Neil Salyapongse, MD, is a UW Health hand and upper extremity surgeon and a professor in theDepartment of Orthopedics and Rehabilitationat the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Salyapongse treats patients with injuries to the elbow, forearm, wrist or hand. These injuries can be caused by arthritis, soft tissue conditions, nerve conditions or trauma. He specializes in hand surgery, microsurgery and plastic surgery.He finds it especially rewarding to treat patients who are unable to do their favorite activities due to a hand condition. Dr. Salyapongse carefully listens to each patient to understand their background. This helps him determine a diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan. He tries to make his patients comfortable during each visit and reduce their anxiety about surgery or their injury.As a surgeon, Dr. Salyapongse has a special interest in improving health care worldwide. He advocates for simulated clinical and surgical training. This environment allows providers to practice complicated surgical procedures in a virtual setting. Simulated training supports his interest in global surgery and training surgeons in countries that may not have the same available resources.In his free time, Dr. Salyapongse is an avid musician and enjoys outdoor activities.I love being able to improve my patients’ quality of life. Helping people restore function in their hand or improve their ability to do things after injury really makes me happy. Dr. Salyapongse is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dupuytren Contracture, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Dr. Salyapongse is board certified in Plastic Surgery and Surgery Of The Hand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Frank Walter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Walter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Frank Walter by calling their office at 608-742-4131. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Frank Walter a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Frank Walter is classified as an Advanced expert for Carpal Tunnel 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. Frank Walter specialize in?
While Dr. Frank Walter is a Hand Surgery, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, and Osteoarthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hand Surgery.
Does Dr. Frank Walter participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Frank Walter has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Frank Walter's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Frank Walter accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank Walter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-742-4131 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.
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- Advanced
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Walter isAdvanced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Dupuytren ContractureDr. Walter isAdvanced. Learn about Dupuytren Contracture.
- Experienced
- Ganglion CystDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- RhizarthrosisDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- TendinitisDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Walter isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.