Dr. Jacqueline Israel

Herbert Chen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

Rebecca Sippel, MD, is a UW Health surgeon. She’s also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery.Dr. Sippel treats people with disorders involving their hormones and the endocrine glands that make those hormones. She performs surgery on the thyroid (small gland at the base of the neck), parathyroid (pea-sized glands behind the thyroid) and adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys).Dr. Sippel has a special interest in treating people who need a second parathyroid surgery to correct a procedure performed elsewhere. She also manages thyroid cancer and works to help her patients live high-quality lives.When meeting with patients, Dr. Sippel listens closely as they describe their symptoms. She considers their test results and makes a diagnosis. Then, she educates her patients about their endocrine conditions. She answers questions and outlines treatment options, either surgical or nonsurgical, so they can make the best decisions about their care.To help ensure successful outcomes for her patients, Dr. Sippel also conducts research involving endocrine surgery.Away from the clinic, Dr. Sippel enjoys spending time with her family.It’s so rewarding to see patients after surgery and find out how much better they feel. Dr. Sippel is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sippel is board certified in Surgery.

Daniel Cho, MD, PhD, is a UW Health Kids pediatric plastic surgeon and an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Cho specializes in caring for infants and children with craniofacial differences including craniosynostosis, cleft lip and palate, jaw and facial asymmetries, jaw and facial tumors, facial trauma, speech disorders, ear abnormalities and craniofacial syndromes. He enjoys getting to see his patients grow and thrive as he provides follow-up care throughout their childhood.In addition, Dr. Cho performs a wide range of pediatric and adult reconstructive surgery, cosmetic surgery and a full spectrum of surgical care, from removing minor cysts to extremity reconstruction.Dr. Cho focuses his research on ways to improve screening, diagnosis and care for craniofacial disorders, including ways to monitor intracranial pressure. He also uses his background in polymer science and biomaterials to develop new technologies and devices for use in craniofacial surgery.In his free time, Dr. Cho enjoys participating in the local curling club and community.My approach to care is holistic. I help my patients medically, but also in ways that can enhance their socialization, growth and self-esteem. Dr. Cho is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.