
Overview
Patrick Varley, MD, is a UW Health surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon) and an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology.Dr. Varley treats patients with a wide range of cancers, including skin cancer and tumors of the digestive system, such as in the colon, pancreas, stomach and appendix. His special clinical interest is treating metastatic colorectal cancer inside the abdomen. This is cancer that has spread from the colon to other parts of the abdomen.In addition to performing surgery, Dr. Varley works to provide patients with all other treatments necessary to fight their cancer.During office visits, Dr. Varley listens to his patients’ concerns and outlines their treatment options. He believes it’s important to help his patients understand how their treatments work so they can make the best choices. He welcomes questions before and after surgery and explains what to expect during the recovery period.As a researcher, Dr. Varley studies the best ways to treat people with cancer and how to improve their experience.During his free time, Dr. Varley enjoys woodworking and making furniture.I work to match the right treatment option for each individual patient — the option that gives us the best chance of successfully fighting their cancer.
His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.
Dr. Varley is board certified in Surgery.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Varley 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.
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Surgical Oncology Clinic
Sharon Weber, MD, FACS, is a UW Health surgical oncologist and a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She specializes in benign and malignant (cancerous) diseases of the gastrointestinal (digestive) tract.Dr. Weber sees patients with a wide range of liver, pancreas and other abdominal conditions. She treats gastrointestinal tumors, sarcomas (bone or soft tissue tumors) and melanomas (skin cancers). She uses a combination of both minimally invasive and general surgical techniques.Understanding the uncertainty and fear her patients often face, Dr. Weber prioritizes prompt answers and cutting-edge care. She takes time to listen to her patients and discuss the pros and cons of their options before helping them choose a targeted treatment. She meets patients where they are to help them manage their conditions and achieve the best results.In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Weber participates in national research focused on improving patient results after surgery by looking at risk factors.In her free time, Dr. Weber enjoys baking, running, biking and cross-country skiing.I hope to improve the quality and longevity of life for each of my patients. Dr. Weber is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Weber is board certified in Surgery.
UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center Surgical Oncology Clinic
Daniel Abbott, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist at UW Health. He specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies, melanoma and sarcoma as well as ovarian, appendiceal and colorectal cancers. He performs both traditional and minimally invasive procedures to remove cancers of the liver, pancreas and stomach.Dr. Abbott understands the types of cancer we treat can bring fear and anxiety. He prioritizes helping patients to understand that UW Health has expert multi-specialty teams and resources that offer the latest treatment and support after a cancer diagnosis, which allows patients to achieve their best quality of life. In addition to directing the UW Health Liver and Pancreas Center, Dr. Abbott is a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology and continues to advance the understanding of cancer through clinical research and education.The type of cancers we treat can bring fear and anxiety. I assure people we have an expert multispecialty team and resources. We can offer people the latest treatments and support after a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Abbott is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Abbott is board certified in Surgery.
University Hospital Breast Center
Lee Wilke, MD, is a UW Health surgical oncologist and professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She is also the senior medical director of clinical cancer services for the UW Health|Carbone Cancer Center.Dr. Wilke treats people with breast cancer and noncancerous breast disease. She also cares for people who are at high risk for breast cancer.Dr. Wilke considers it a privilege to care for cancer patients. She listens to her patients’ worries and assures them that they are not alone. She offers personalized care plans and discusses treatment options that best fit the patients’ needs and values. She performs partial mastectomies with oncoplastic approaches (remove the cancer while preserving the shape and look of the breast), skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomies, sentinel lymph node surgery and axillary lymph node dissections.Dr. Wilke’s goal is to offer patients the latest cancer treatments. Her patients have access to a wide variety of clinical trials, in addition to new medicines and ways of removing cancer in the operating room. She believes in empowering patients with information and shared decision-making.During her free time, Dr. Wilke enjoys spending time with family and traveling.We work to give our patients hope using the latest, very best treatments to fight their breast cancer. Dr. Wilke is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Wilke is board certified in Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Patrick Varley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Patrick Varley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Patrick Varley by calling their office at 608-915-0100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Patrick Varley a top-rated expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Patrick Varley is classified as an Experienced expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer, 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. Patrick Varley specialize in?
While Dr. Patrick Varley is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Stomach Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Patrick Varley accept my insurance?
Dr. Patrick Varley accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-915-0100 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
- Experienced
- Colorectal CancerDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- MelanomaDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Varley isExperienced. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.


