Josef N. Tofte
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions

Overview

Josef Tofte, MD, is a UW Health orthopedic surgeon. He’s also an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Tofte surgically treats patients with finger, hand, wrist and elbow concerns. These include birth defects, chronic (long-lasting) conditions and traumatic injuries. As a microsurgery specialist, he uses minimally invasive techniques to repair and reconstruct bone and soft tissue damage.Dr. Tofte strives to make a positive impact on people’s lives, whether they’re overcoming a long-term condition or recovering from an injury. As a firm believer in active listening, he takes time to learn each patient’s needs and goals. He ensures that they understand their options before working with them to make decisions about their health. Through cutting-edge care, he helps patients manage their conditions and get back to doing what they love.Outside of work, Dr. Tofte and his wife enjoy biking, skiing, hiking, traveling and spending time with their dogs.My hope for my patients is that we succeed together in accomplishing whatever goals they set out to achieve.

Dr. Tofte is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Baker Cyst, Dupuytren Contracture, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Tofte is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Orthopedics
Hand Surgery

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in IA

Fellowships

Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center —Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority
Unitypoint Health - Meriter
Sauk Prairie Hospital
Department Of Orthopedics And Rehabilitation

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Aspirus Arise Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Quartz
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
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Locations

East Madison Hospital Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopedic Clinic
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Other Locations
1 S Park St Medical Center Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Clinic
1 S Park St, Suite 101, Madison, WI 53715

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Tofte 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.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Josef N. Tofte

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Josef N. Tofte?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Josef N. Tofte by calling their office at 608-263-0393. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Josef N. Tofte a top-rated expert for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Josef N. Tofte 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. Josef N. Tofte specialize in?

While Dr. Josef N. Tofte is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Baker Cyst. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Josef N. Tofte participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Josef N. Tofte has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Josef N. Tofte's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Josef N. Tofte accept my insurance?

Dr. Josef N. Tofte accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-0393 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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