
Overview
Matthew Harer, MD, is a neonatologist at UW Health and an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery. He treats infants with a wide range of health conditions that require care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).Dr. Harer collaborates with experts from a multitude of specialties to ensure that each patient gets the best possible care. Because he views parents as the top experts on their child, he blends their input with evidence-based medical techniques to help babies get better so they can go home with their families.Dr. Harer has a special interest in caring for babies with kidney conditions. Using a kidney oxygen monitoring device that detects kidney injury in real-time, he is able to provide prompt treatment and decrease the rate of kidney injuries in the NICU.In addition to conducting research that focuses on improving the kidney care of babies in the NICU, he is the co-chair of the Research Committee and a board member of the Neonatal Kidney Collaborative (NKC).In his free time, Dr. Harer stays active running, biking and playing basketball, golf and tennis. He also enjoys watching sports, traveling and spending time outdoors with his wife and kids.The look on parents' faces when they get to take their babies home is always priceless for me.
Dr. Harer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Hypothermia.
Dr. Harer is board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Harer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
202 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew W. Harer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew W. Harer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew W. Harer by calling their office at 608-417-6215. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew W. Harer a top-rated expert for Premature Infant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew W. Harer is classified as an Advanced expert for Premature Infant, 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. Matthew W. Harer specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew W. Harer is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Premature Infant, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Matthew W. Harer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew W. Harer has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Premature Infant. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew W. Harer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew W. Harer accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew W. Harer accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-417-6215 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- High Blood Pressure in InfantsDr. Harer isAdvanced. Learn about High Blood Pressure in Infants.
- Patent Ductus ArteriosusDr. Harer isAdvanced. Learn about Patent Ductus Arteriosus.
- Premature InfantDr. Harer isAdvanced. Learn about Premature Infant.
- Experienced
- Asphyxia NeonatorumDr. Harer isExperienced. Learn about Asphyxia Neonatorum.
- Bronchopulmonary DysplasiaDr. Harer isExperienced. Learn about Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia.
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Harer isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- HypothermiaDr. Harer isExperienced. Learn about Hypothermia.
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn


