Overview
Lee Faucher, MD, FACS, is a UW Health acute care surgeon and a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Faucher performs emergency surgery for people who have sustained serious injuries or burns.Due to the sudden nature of his patients’ injuries or burns, Dr. Faucher is meeting people at their most vulnerable. He uses clear, honest communication to comfort patients and gain their trust. He takes a patient-centered approach to care and educates patients about their conditions and the risks and benefits of their treatment options. He then partners with patients and families to make decisions that best meet their medical needs.Outside of work, Dr. Faucher enjoys spending time with his family.I’m honored by the opportunity to support people on their worst days and to help them get better.
Dr. Faucher is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frostbite, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, and Tissue Biopsy.
Dr. Faucher is board certified in Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Faucher 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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University Hospital
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.
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. Lee Faucher
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee Faucher?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee Faucher by calling their office at 608-915-0700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lee Faucher a top-rated expert for Frostbite?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee Faucher is classified as an Advanced expert for Frostbite, 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. Lee Faucher specialize in?
While Dr. Lee Faucher is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Frostbite, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Lee Faucher participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee Faucher has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Frostbite. You can view a list of Dr. Lee Faucher's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee Faucher accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee Faucher accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- FrostbiteDr. Faucher isAdvanced. Learn about Frostbite.
- Experienced
- CellulitisDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- DeliriumDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Hidradenitis SuppurativaDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
- NecrosisDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Faucher isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.