Maykong C. Leepalao

Overview

Maykong Leepalao, MD, is a general and bariatric surgeon with Ascension Wisconsin in Chilton and Appleton, WI. She provides compassionate surgical care to all people of all ages. Dr. Leepalao's special interests include complex minimally-invasive surgery including foregut and hernia surgery, robotic surgery and bariatric surgery.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Leepalao is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and The American Board Of Surgery - Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Leepalao is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Mayo Clinic Graduate School Of Medicine

Residency

Marshfield Clinic

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in WI

Board Certifications

The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery
The American Board Of Surgery - Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery

Fellowships

Peachtree Surgical & Bariatrics
Peachtree Surgical & Bariatrics

Hospital Affiliations

Ascension Calumet Hospital
Ascension NE Wisconsin - Mercy Campus
Ascension NE Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth Campus

Languages Spoken

English
Hmong

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Children's Community Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative
  • EPO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
LA Care
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Network Health
  • HMO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ascension Medical Group Wisconsin - 1531 Madison Street|4th Floor
1531 S Madison St, Fl 4, Appleton, WI 54915
Other Locations
Ascension Calumet Hospital - Family Practice
618 Memorial Dr, Chilton, WI 53014

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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Is Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao a top-rated expert for Short Bowel Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao is classified as an Experienced expert for Short Bowel Syndrome, 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. Maykong C. Leepalao specialize in?

While Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Short Bowel Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Obesity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Short Bowel Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao accept my insurance?

Dr. Maykong C. Leepalao accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 920-730-4435 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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