Overview
Gloria Xu, MD, PhD, is a UW Health dermatologist and Mohs surgeon and a professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, where she serves as director of the Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship.Dr. Xu’s special clinical interests include non-melanoma skin cancers, high-risk skin cancers, early-stage melanomas that grow in cosmetically sensitive locations, and the reconstruction of surgical wounds. She specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, the gold standard for treating most skin cancers and conducts research on in many areas to improve skin cancer care. Dr. Xu’s philosophy toward patient care is to treat all patients as if they are members of her own family.During personal time, Dr. Xu likes to play pickleball. She also enjoys watching her children compete on the tennis court and play classical music on the piano and violin.
Dr. Xu is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Melanoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).
Dr. Xu is board certified in Dermatology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 46 peer reviewed articles.
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451 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717
Clinical Research
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Bridget Shields, MD, is a UW Health dermatologist. She cares for patients with complex medical skin conditions who may need to be hospitalized for treatment. She treats skin conditions that result from diseases or disorders. These include nutritional and metabolic disorders and autoimmune and connective tissue diseases.Dr. Shields specializes in treating specific skin disorders that form in response to an infection, outside conditions or an abnormal collection of white blood cells in the skin. She also treats skin disorders that result from digestive conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease.Being on the same page as her patients and working as a team is how Dr. Shields likes to approach patient care. She includes her patients in the decisions about their treatments. She actively listens to them, which helps create an outcome that is best for the patient.Dr. Shields is an assistant professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.In her free time, Dr. Shields enjoys hiking, cross-country skiing and being outdoors with her husband and their two Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.I am most excited to see patients, uncover their diagnosis and help those who desperately need it. Dr. Shields is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Granuloma Annulare, Pyoderma Gangrenosum, Sarcoidosis, and Candida Infection of the Skin. Dr. Shields is board certified in Dermatology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gloria Xu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gloria Xu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gloria Xu by calling their office at 608-263-6226. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gloria Xu a top-rated expert for Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gloria Xu is classified as an Elite expert for Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, 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. Gloria Xu specialize in?
While Dr. Gloria Xu is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Melanoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Gloria Xu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gloria Xu has published 46 articles and abstracts on conditions like Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Gloria Xu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gloria Xu accept my insurance?
Dr. Gloria Xu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-6226 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma
- Distinguished
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Xu isDistinguished. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- MelanomaDr. Xu isDistinguished. Learn about Melanoma.
- Advanced
- Bowen's DiseaseDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Bowen's Disease.
- Extramammary Paget Disease
- Muir-Torre SyndromeDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Muir-Torre Syndrome.
- Necrotizing GranulomaDr. Xu isAdvanced. Learn about Necrotizing Granuloma.
- Experienced
- Acrogeria, Gottron TypeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Acrogeria, Gottron Type.
- Actinic KeratosisDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Actinic Keratosis.
- Bazex SyndromeDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Bazex Syndrome.
- Congenital Hypotrichosis MiliaDr. Xu isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.
- Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome
- Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus