Overview
Lisa Netkowicz, MD is a UW Health obesity medicine provider and a clinical assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Netkowicz is board certified in obesity medicine and now focuses on helping patients improve their health.Dr. Netkowicz treats conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, high cholesterol and liver problems related to weight. Many patients come to her after trying other treatments that didn’t work. She offers expert care to help them reach their health goals and feel better.Her philosophy of care is to treat each patient as a whole person. Dr. Netkowicz takes time to understand each person’s medical history, lifestyle, and the challenges they face. She works closely with patients to create a plan that fits their needs, offering support through medications, advice, and other tools. She makes sure patients feel safe, respected, and heard—especially during their first visit.Outside of work, Dr. Netkowicz enjoys biking, cooking, and learning about food from different cultures. She loves spending time with her two young children and values being part of her community. She also makes sure to use each patient’s preferred name and pronouns to help them feel welcome and comfortable.My hope for patients is that they can find joy and healing in leading the best life for them.
Dr. Netkowicz is board certified in Family Medicine. Dr. Netkowicz is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
East Madison Hospital General Surgery Clinic
Anne Lidor, MD, MPH, FACS, is a UW Health surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery, including general surgery and bariatric (weight management) procedures. Dr. Lidor is also a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Lidor primarily focuses on conditions affecting the stomach and the esophagus (the tube that carries food to the stomach). She treats cancerous and noncancerous esophageal tumors, gastric (stomach) tumors, and gallstones. Dr. Lidor also repairs hernias — when tissues bulge through openings in the diaphragm, abdominal wall or other body parts.With advanced, fellowship-level training and experience, Dr. Lidor performs many emergency procedures and complex corrective surgeries after unsuccessful surgeries performed elsewhere.As a bariatric surgery specialist, Dr. Lidor consults with and guides obese patients who haven’t been able to lose weight through healthy diet and exercise programs. She offers minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery for obesity, including gastric band, gastric bypass and revisional surgeries.In addition to caring for patients and teaching, Dr. Lidor researches outcomes after minimally invasive surgery.In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and taking her daughter to soccer games at home and across the country.It’s meaningful and rewarding to make a positive impact on my patients’ lives and help them to feel better. Dr. Lidor is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Lidor is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Lidor is currently accepting new patients.
University Hospital General Surgery Clinic
Luke Funk, MD, MPH, FACS, is a minimally invasive andbariatric(weight management) surgeon at UW Health and associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery.He treats obesity, hernia, gallstones and noncancerous disorders of the stomach and esophagus. Dr. Funk specializes in minimally invasive techniques for weight loss and metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes.Dr. Funk is director of Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) Research and teaches physicians in his role at UW School of Medicine and Public Health. His research interests include health services research focused on overcoming barriers to obesity care.Dr. Funk became a doctor to combine his interest in science and anatomy with a desire to help and interact with people.As a University of Wisconsin fan, he loves going to Badger games with his family. In addition to football and basketball games, he loves golfing, being outdoors and spending time on the lakes.I treat patients the way I want providers to treat my own family. I try to be an empathetic listener who is conscientious, detail-oriented and caring. Dr. Funk is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Funk is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Funk is currently accepting new patients.
East Madison Hospital Comprehensive Medical And Surgical Weight Management Program
Michael Garren, MD, FACS, is a UW Health minimally invasive bariatric surgeon and a professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Garren specializes in bariatric (weight loss) surgery for people with obesity. He also performs advanced laparoscopic procedures such as colon, anti-reflux and hernia surgery.Dr. Garren is passionate about providing people with access to high-quality health care. He takes time to educate patients about each procedure in order to make shared decisions about treatment.As the medical director of the UW Health Surgical Weight Management Program, he understands that patients with obesity commonly have other health conditions, like diabetes, sleep apnea and heart disease, that need to be addressed. Undergoing bariatric surgery not only produces weight loss, but also improves overall health and quality of life. The transition often brings a positive shift in the patient’s outlook on life — something Dr. Garren is thankful to be a part of.When he is not caring for patients, Dr. Garren is instructing medical students and training residents and fellows. In his free time, Dr. Garren enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family.Bariatric surgery not only changes the number on the scale, but it changes the patient’s outlook on life. They are healthier and really enjoy life again. That’s rewarding to see. Dr. Garren is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Garren is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Garren is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lisa A. Netkowicz
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Does Dr. Lisa A. Netkowicz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lisa A. Netkowicz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-265-7090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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