
Overview
Kari Wisinski, MD, is a medical oncologist at UW Health. Dr. Wisinski diagnoses and treats all forms of breast cancer, from localized carcinomas to cancers that have metastasized (spread) throughout the body. She specializes in reducing the risk of breast cancer recurrence in previously diagnosed patients.Dedicated to improving patient experience, Dr. Wisinski collaborates with her patients to create care plans that reflect their individualized needs. She focuses on what is most important to people and helps them understand their diagnosis and the variety of treatment options that align with their goals.Dr. Wisinski is the endowed professor and chief of the Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine. She actively researches new therapies for breast cancer and leads clinical trials focused on safe treatments and protocols.In her free time, Dr. Wisinski enjoys playing volleyball and tennis and spending time with her three children.My hope for each patient is that they feel comfortable with the decisions that we make together.
Dr. Wisinski is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma.
Dr. Wisinski is board certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 82 peer reviewed articles and participating in 21 clinical trials. Dr. Wisinski is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Wisinski 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.
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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UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Medical Oncology Clinic
Dustin Deming, MD, is a UW Health medical oncologist with a clinical emphasis on gastrointestinal cancers, including colon, rectal, anal, esophageal, liver and pancreatic cancers. He is also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care. Dr. Deming is known for his commitment to delivering evidence‑based, compassionate care to patients facing complex cancer diagnoses.Dr. Deming’s research program focuses on developing improved treatments for specific subtypes of colon cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies. His work centers on understanding how tumor‑specific genetic mutations influence treatment response, with the goal of creating personalized therapy regimens for individual patients. By using advanced animal models, his research helps bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical application.In addition to his translational research, Dr. Deming’s laboratory has developed innovative three‑dimensional cell culture techniques to advance clinical cancer research. He also leads efforts to identify new and improved biomarkers to better predict disease behavior and treatment outcomes. Through his combined roles as a clinician, researcher, and educator, Dr. Deming contributes to advancing precision oncology and improving care for patients with gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Deming is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Deming is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Deming is currently accepting new patients.
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Medical Oncology Clinic
Dr. Lang is a professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI. He specializes in genitourinary cancer and medical oncology. Dr. Lang is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Lang is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Dr. Lang is currently accepting new patients.
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Medical Oncology Clinic
Glenn Liu, MD, is a UW Health medical oncologist and a professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Liu specializes in treating advanced genitourinary cancers. These include cancers affecting the urinary and male reproductive organs such as the prostate, bladder, kidneys and testicles. Dr. Liu cares for patients who are both newly diagnosed and those with recurrent (returning) cancer.Dr. Liu’s care philosophy is based on shared decision-making. He believes that listening to patients is essential. He listens to their concerns and educates them about their condition and treatment options. He is excited about the many new discoveries happening now in the field of medical oncology and offers personalized care to best meet his patients’ needs.In addition to his clinical and teaching roles, Dr. Liu researches new cancer therapies. This includes testing new treatments, improving decision-making processes and enhancing how health care teams interact with patients.Outside of work, Dr. Liu enjoys playing tennis, hiking and fishing.Being able to answer questions and provide support and help is very rewarding. Dr. Liu is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Familial Prostate Cancer, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Liu is board certified in Medical Oncology. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kari B. Wisinski
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kari B. Wisinski?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kari B. Wisinski by calling their office at 608-915-0100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kari B. Wisinski a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kari B. Wisinski is classified as an Elite expert for Breast Cancer, 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. Kari B. Wisinski specialize in?
While Dr. Kari B. Wisinski is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Kari B. Wisinski participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kari B. Wisinski has published 82 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Kari B. Wisinski's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kari B. Wisinski accept my insurance?
Dr. Kari B. Wisinski accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0100 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.
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- Elite
- Breast CancerDr. Wisinski isElite. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Distinguished
- AngiosarcomaDr. Wisinski isDistinguished. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Wisinski isDistinguished. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Wisinski isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
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- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Wisinski isAdvanced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Wisinski isAdvanced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- Triple-Negative Breast CancerDr. Wisinski isAdvanced. Learn about Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.
- Experienced
- HER-2 Positive Breast CancerDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.
- MelanomaDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- MenopauseDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Menopause.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Ovarian CancerDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)Dr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).
- Prostate CancerDr. Wisinski isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.


