Overview
Jennifer Schmidt, PA, is a UW Health physician assistant. She specializes in caring for patients in the hospital who are having surgical treatment for colorectal (colon and rectal) conditions. These include diseases and disorders of the lower gastrointestinal (GI) or digestive tract. GI conditions can range from polyps (abnormal cells on the colon wall) and irritable bowel diseases (IBD) such as Crohn’s disease and colitis to colorectal cancer.Jennifer provides perioperative (before surgery) and postoperative (after surgery) care for patients having colorectal procedures. As part of the surgical team, she is involved in patient evaluation and treatment. She prepares patients for procedures and monitors recovery. Her patient-centered, personalized approach to care includes educating patients about their condition and procedure. Jennifer also explains what to expect during recovery and advises patients about lifestyle changes for improved long-term health after they leave the hospital.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta and Aortic Dissection.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
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- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
University Hospital
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East Madison Hospital Endocrine Surgery Clinic
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. Dr. Sippel is currently accepting new patients.
East Madison Hospital Adrenal Disease Clinic
David Schneider, MD, MS, FACS, is an endocrine surgeon at UW Health and an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery.Dr. Schneider specializes in diagnosing and treating all endocrine issues, including autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease and myasthenia gravis, tumors (both benign and cancerous), hormone imbalances and endocrine cancer. He uses the latest minimally invasive techniques when treating his patients. These include endoscopic thyroidectomy, minimally invasive parathyroidectomy and focused diagnostic exploration, which is used to evaluate the return of thyroid cancer.Dr. Schneider conducts clinical research in hyperparathyroidism, thyroid cancer and Graves' disease to determine the best treatment approaches for each condition. He is also a member of the UW Health Physician Informatics Team. Dr. Schneider is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Schneider is board certified in Clinical Informatics and Surgery. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA
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Is Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA a top-rated expert for Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA is classified as an Experienced expert for Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, 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 Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA specialize in?
While Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA is a Physician Assistant, they have specific expertise in Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physician Assistant.
Does Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA accept my insurance?
Jennifer E. Schmidt, PA accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-6400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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