
Overview
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. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 108 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Funk 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.
3 Clinical Trials
University 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Luke Funk
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Luke Funk?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Luke Funk by calling their office at 608-263-7502. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Luke Funk a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Luke Funk is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obesity, 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. Luke Funk specialize in?
While Dr. Luke Funk is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Luke Funk participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Luke Funk has published 108 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Luke Funk's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Luke Funk accept my insurance?
Dr. Luke Funk accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-7502 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
- Distinguished
- ObesityDr. Funk isDistinguished. Learn about Obesity.
- Advanced
- EndoscopyDr. Funk isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastrectomyDr. Funk isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Funk isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- GastroparesisDr. Funk isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HerniaDr. Funk isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EsophagitisDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Funk isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.

