
Overview
Lee Wilke, MD, is a UW Health surgical oncologist and professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She is also the senior medical director of clinical cancer services for the UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center.Dr. Wilke treats people with breast cancer and noncancerous breast disease. She also cares for people who are at high risk for breast cancer.Dr. Wilke considers it a privilege to care for cancer patients. She listens to her patients’ worries and assures them that they are not alone. She offers personalized care plans and discusses treatment options that best fit the patients’ needs and values. She performs partial mastectomies with oncoplastic approaches (remove the cancer while preserving the shape and look of the breast), skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomies, sentinel lymph node surgery and axillary lymph node dissections.Dr. Wilke’s goal is to offer patients the latest cancer treatments. Her patients have access to a wide variety of clinical trials, in addition to new medicines and ways of removing cancer in the operating room. She believes in empowering patients with information and shared decision-making.During her free time, Dr. Wilke enjoys spending time with family and traveling.We work to give our patients hope using the latest, very best treatments to fight their breast cancer.
Dr. Wilke is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Dr. Wilke is board certified in Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 102 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Wilke 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 Surgical Oncology Clinic
Sharon Weber, MD, FACS, is a UW Health surgical oncologist and a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She specializes in benign and malignant (cancerous) diseases of the gastrointestinal (digestive) tract.Dr. Weber sees patients with a wide range of liver, pancreas and other abdominal conditions. She treats gastrointestinal tumors, sarcomas (bone or soft tissue tumors) and melanomas (skin cancers). She uses a combination of both minimally invasive and general surgical techniques.Understanding the uncertainty and fear her patients often face, Dr. Weber prioritizes prompt answers and cutting-edge care. She takes time to listen to her patients and discuss the pros and cons of their options before helping them choose a targeted treatment. She meets patients where they are to help them manage their conditions and achieve the best results.In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Weber participates in national research focused on improving patient results after surgery by looking at risk factors.In her free time, Dr. Weber enjoys baking, running, biking and cross-country skiing.I hope to improve the quality and longevity of life for each of my patients. Dr. Weber is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Weber is board certified in Surgery.
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Surgical Oncology Clinic
Daniel Abbott, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist at UW Health. He specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies, melanoma and sarcoma as well as ovarian, appendiceal and colorectal cancers. He performs both traditional and minimally invasive procedures to remove cancers of the liver, pancreas and stomach.Dr. Abbott understands the types of cancer we treat can bring fear and anxiety. He prioritizes helping patients to understand that UW Health has expert multi-specialty teams and resources that offer the latest treatment and support after a cancer diagnosis, which allows patients to achieve their best quality of life. In addition to directing the UW Health Liver and Pancreas Center, Dr. Abbott is a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology and continues to advance the understanding of cancer through clinical research and education.The type of cancers we treat can bring fear and anxiety. I assure people we have an expert multispecialty team and resources. We can offer people the latest treatments and support after a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Abbott is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Abbott is board certified in Surgery.
University Hospital Breast Center
Heather Neuman, MD, MS, is a UW Health surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon). She also is a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology. She treats patients with breast cancer, benign (noncancerous) breast disease and various skin cancers, including melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma.Dr. Neuman performs advanced procedures designed to remove cancer cells while preserving the appearance of the breast. These include lumpectomy, partial mastectomy and skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy. She also performs lymph node biopsies, lymph node dissections and wide local excisions to treat skin cancer.During initial visits, Dr. Neuman talks with patients about what’s important in their lives. She listens to their concerns and outlines treatment options. She works to ease their anxiety and help them make informed decisions.To improve patient care, Dr. Neuman researches tools that help people understand the pros and cons of their treatment choices. She also studies ways to improve quality of life after cancer treatment and how to help people get care when they can’t afford it.Away from the clinic, Dr. Neuman enjoys spending time with her family and golden retriever and camping in national parks.We help our patients fight cancer. We listen and support them. They’re not just numbers passing through. Dr. Neuman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Neuman is board certified in Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lee Wilke
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee Wilke?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee Wilke by calling their office at 608-916-0500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lee Wilke a top-rated expert for Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee Wilke 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. Lee Wilke specialize in?
While Dr. Lee Wilke is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Intraductal Papilloma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Lee Wilke participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee Wilke has published 102 articles and abstracts on conditions like Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Lee Wilke's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee Wilke accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee Wilke accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-916-0500 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Breast CancerDr. Wilke isElite. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Wilke isDistinguished. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- MastectomyDr. Wilke isDistinguished. Learn about Mastectomy.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Wilke isDistinguished. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Advanced
- AngiosarcomaDr. Wilke isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast InfectionDr. Wilke isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Wilke isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Experienced
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Breast LumpDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- FibroadenomaDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Fibrocystic Breast DiseaseDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about Fibrocystic Breast Disease.
- GalactocoeleDr. Wilke isExperienced. Learn about Galactocoele.


