Overview
Kelly Collins, MD is a pediatric transplant surgeon and surgical director of pediatric liver and kidney transplant at American Family Children’s Hospital. She is also an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery, Division of Transplantation. Dr. Collins treats adults and children who have diseases of the liver or kidney. She performs specialized surgical procedures involved in transplanting new organs. She also assists with operations on people who are donating an organ or part of an organ.Dr. Collins’ clinical interests include pediatric transplantation, patient education and the patient experience, living donor liver transplantation and robotic surgery. She chose the medical profession because she enjoys using her advanced understanding of physiology and biology to help others. She also enjoys the team aspect that is essential for successful organ transplantation.Dr. Collins is passionate about providing individualized, patient-centered care. She learns what is most important to each of her patients and helps them and their families navigate through treatment options to find the best fit.In her free time, Dr. Collins enjoys spending time with her family. She also enjoys running, cooking and relaxing by the lake.
Dr. Collins is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.
Dr. Collins is board certified in Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Collins 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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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.
East Madison Hospital Endocrine Surgery 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 16 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kelly Collins
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Collins?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kelly Collins by calling their office at 608-262-5420. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kelly Collins a top-rated expert for Liver Failure?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kelly Collins is classified as an Advanced expert for Liver Failure, 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. Kelly Collins specialize in?
While Dr. Kelly Collins is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Kelly Collins participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kelly Collins has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Kelly Collins's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kelly Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelly Collins accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-262-5420 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Liver FailureDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Liver TransplantDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholangitisDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.