
Overview
Gretchen Schwarze, MD, is a UW Health vascular surgeon and an associate professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Schwarze treats all forms of vascular disease. The most common are atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries) and vein disease (varicose veins).In her practice, she addresses all aspects of peripheral vascular health and has a particular interest in preventive vascular care. She specializes in vascular and endovascular surgery to improve circulation in blood vessels throughout the body, except for the heart and brain.At the core of her practice is individualized care. Dr. Schwarze understands that every person is unique and has their own set of goals, beliefs and circumstances. She partners with her patients to ensure they receive the specialized care that best fits their needs.Her clinical research focuses on how clinicians talk to patients and families about major treatment decisions, like surgery or starting serious treatment, such as dialysis. She aims to develop strategies that can improve this vital communication.Dr. Schwarze is a nationally recognized expert in surgical decision-making, informed consent, advance directives and end-of-life care. She leads the UW Health clinical medical ethics committee. Outside her practice, Dr. Schwarze enjoys spending time with her husband, who is a transplant surgeon, and their two daughters.You can't be a good doctor if you don't listen to your patient.
Dr. Schwarze is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty.
Dr. Schwarze is board certified in Surgery and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Schwarze is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
611 Sherman Ave E, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
1 S Park St, Suite 501, Madison, WI 53715
451 Junction Rd, Madison, WI 53717
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Schwarze 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.
1 S Park St Medical Center Vascular Surgery Clinic
Dai Yamanouchi, MD, PhD, is a vascular surgeon at UW Health and a associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery. He treats conditions that affect the veins, arteries and lymphatic system.Dr. Yamanouchi specializes in performing minimally invasive procedures using advanced surgical techniques and leading-edge medical devices. He works closely with patients to understand their lives and define their goals. This allows him to create a personalized treatment plan. He takes time to answer questions and explain conditions, treatment options and what recovery may look like in terms they can understand.Watching his patients get better is what inspires Dr. Yamanouchi. He appreciates the opportunities UW Health affords to advance the field of vascular medicine through clinical trials and access to the latest medical devices.Outside of work, Dr. Yamanouchi enjoys reading and spending time with his family. Dr. Yamanouchi is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Varicose Veins, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty. Dr. Yamanouchi is currently accepting new patients.
1 S Park St Medical Center Vascular Surgery Clinic
Victor Weiss, MD, is a UW Health vascular surgeon who treats patients with conditions that affect the blood vessels, veins and arteries. He typically treats aneurysms (swelling in a blood vessel), blocked arteries in the heart and blood circulation issues. Dr. Weiss is a clinical associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.It's important to Dr. Weiss that he and his patients make treatment decisions together. He educates his patients and their families on their treatment options and listens to their thoughts and concerns. He creates individual treatment plans based on each patient’s wishes and goals, empowering them to take ownership of their care.In addition to working with patients, Dr. Weiss trains the next generation of surgeons through several programs. He partners with pre-med undergraduate students and medical students to explore vascular surgery and other procedures.In his free time, Dr. Weiss enjoys sports and traveling.My hope for each patient is that they understand we're here for them, we care about them and we're going to go through this process together. Dr. Weiss is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Insufficiency, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Weiss is board certified in Vascular Surgery. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.
Heart And Vascular Center - Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
Peter Rossi is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Rossi is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Arterial Insufficiency, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Rossi is board certified in Surgery and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Rossi is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze by calling their office at 920-568-6567. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze a top-rated expert for Peripheral Artery Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze is classified as an Distinguished expert for Peripheral Artery Disease, 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. Gretchen L. Schwarze specialize in?
While Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze accept my insurance?
Dr. Gretchen L. Schwarze accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 920-568-6567 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
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Schwarze isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Schwarze isDistinguished. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Advanced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Schwarze isAdvanced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Experienced
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- GangreneDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Schwarze isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.


