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Peter Nichol, MD, PhD, is a pediatric surgeon at UW Health and an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery. He treats children with a variety of conditions, including neonatal congenital disorders (present from birth), thoracic (chest) deformities, tumors, abdominal wall disorders and intestinal disease.Dr. Nichol specializes in minimally invasive surgical procedures. While he treats all types of pediatric conditions and traumatic injuries, he has a special interest in children with short gut syndrome (intestinal failure) and other intestinal disorders. As director of the Pediatric Short Gut/Intestinal Failure Clinic at UW Health, Dr. Nichol works with the nutrition support team to provide nutritional guidance and treatment for children born with intestinal abnormalities that require surgical intervention.When not caring for patients, Dr. Nichol is working to develop new therapies that will enable growth of the gut in children with intestinal failure and volunteers with international health mission work.After hours, Dr. Nichol enjoys race cars, soccer, paddle boarding, running and yoga. Dr. Nichol is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Omphalocele, Umbilical Hernia, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Pectus Excavatum. Dr. Nichol is board certified in Pediatric Surgery, Surgery, Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery . Dr. Nichol is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Sarah Tracy is a UW Health Kids surgeon and an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She specializes in caring for children with a wide range of conditions that affect the chest and abdomen. Dr. Tracy is also deeply involved in research, working with other hospitals to learn more about rare diseases in children.Dr. Tracy treats many types of conditions, including cancers that affect the skin, soft tissue and organs in the chest and belly. She has a special interest in pediatric surgical oncology, chest wall reconstruction and pilonidal disease. She is also helping build a robotic surgery program for children by working closely with adult surgeons who have experience in this area.When caring for patients, Dr. Tracy focuses on building strong relationships. She takes time to learn about each child’s interests and personality. This helps her create a care plan that fits their needs. She works hard to make sure patients and families feel comfortable, informed, and supported—especially when facing surgery. She encourages families to ask questions and take time to make decisions.Outside of work, Dr. Tracy enjoys playing field hockey. She is part of a local club team in Madison and loves practicing and competing with her teammates. She also has a background in coaching and teaching dance, which helps her connect with kids and teens in a fun and friendly way.I hope for my patients to live the longest, healthiest life they can possibly live and do everything they want to accomplish. Dr. Tracy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Gastroschisis, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Appendectomy. Dr. Tracy is board certified in Pediatric Surgery, Surgery, Drug Enforcement Administration , and Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. Dr. Tracy is currently accepting new patients.

Adam Brinkman, MD, FACS, FAAP, is a UW Health Kids pediatric surgeon who provides surgical care to children. He treats a wide variety of cases, including abdominal conditions and cancer diagnoses. He has a special interest in treating children with intestinal failure, short gut syndrome and trauma injuries. He also performs complex surgery for newborns.Dr. Brinkman also is an associate professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.For Dr. Brinkman, having an open two-way conversation with patients and their families is essential. He listens carefully to his patients and ensures everyone understands the diagnosis and treatments. He acknowledges any fear or anxiety over a procedure and works hard to put the patient and their family at ease. By developing a relationship with his patients and helping them stay calm, he also enables parents and caregivers to feel less overwhelmed.In addition to working with patients, Dr. Brinkman trains the next generation of pediatric surgeons as the associate program director of the General Surgery Residency Program.Outside of the clinic, Dr. Brinkman enjoys cheering on the UW Badgers football and hockey teams.At UW Health we can take care of any child, and do it compassionately and safely. Every child receives optimal care here. His clinical expertise encompasses Annular Pancreas, Short Bowel Syndrome, Meckel's Diverticulum, Small Bowel Resection, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Brinkman is board certified in Pediatric Surgery, American Board Of Surgery/Pediatric Surgery , Surgery, Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, American Board Of Surgery , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Brinkman is currently accepting new patients.