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Andrew Sheean, MD, is a UW Health orthopedic surgeon and an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. He specializes in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery, helping patients restore movement and function.His clinical expertise includes treating shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, shoulder arthritis, knee ligament injuries, meniscus tears and cartilage injuries. These conditions often affect athletes and active individuals. Dr. Sheean works to help patients return to the activities they enjoy.Dr. Sheean believes in an individualized approach to care. He listens to each patient’s goals and preferences and uses the best available medical evidence to guide treatment. His focus is on improving quality of life and maximizing physical function, whether through surgery, rehabilitation or other therapies.Outside of his clinical work, Dr. Sheean leads research on sports injuries and patient recovery. He directs the IMPACT Study Group, which explores how mental health and psychology influence outcomes after ACL surgery. He also collaborates with Department of Defense researchers to improve recovery andDr. Sheean served as a physician in the U.S. Air Force for 16 years. He worked as a flight surgeon and was sent to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. For his service, he received the U.S. Air Force Air Medal.Learn more about Dr. Sheean's research. Dr. Sheean is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Hypermobile Joints, Ear Barotrauma, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Sheean is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Dr. Sheean is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Tribus is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. He specializes in disorders of the spine, including scoliosis and spinal deformity, cervical and lumbar disc and degenerative disease, spinal trauma, and spinal tumors. He uses open and microscopic surgical techniques in patient treatment. Dr. Tribus is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Tribus is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Tribus is currently accepting new patients.

Seth Williams, MD, is a UW Health orthopedic spine surgeon and a professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health where he serves as clinical vice chair, chief of orthopedic spine surgery and the spine surgery fellowship director. Dr. Williams specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery. He is active in research and has more than 30 peer-reviewed publications, including several first-time descriptions of minimally invasive techniques. His interests include innovation in the spine field, as he holds more than 20 patents and has participated in the development of commercially available medical devices and techniques.Dr. Williams sees patients diagnosed with various spinal conditions. These range from straightforward problems like herniated discs and spinal stenosis to complex issues, including scoliosis, deformities, fractures and tumors, as well as athletes with spine problems who are hoping to return to competition. He uses minimally invasive techniques to treat a broad spectrum of cervical, lumbar and thoracic spine conditions.Understanding that he meets people in their most difficult moments, Dr. Williams strives to empower his patients by helping them understand their condition, and the various available treatment options. One goal is to find the least invasive option that will address a particular problem. He encourages his patients to bring him their questions and concerns and helps them find solutions that fit their unique needs. He believes strongly in the power of a good team and has helped populate the spine division with highly knowledgeable nurses, physician's assistants, and nurse practitioners, all of whom may play a role in the treatment course. His partners are world-class as well, and the group routinely meets to discuss complex cases, and will often work together on challenging cases. Most of his surgeries are performed at the state-of-the-art East Madison Hospital.When not performing surgery or seeing patients in clinic, he is a family man and enjoys cycling to work, fishing, photography, gardening, cooking for his family especially over an open fire, going to his kids’ sporting events, birdwatching, travel, delving into AI capabilities and watching baseball and football. Dr. Williams is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Williams is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

Erik Bonifas, PA is a UW Health physician assistant specializing in orthopedics.He provides compassionate care for patients with conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles and ligaments. His practice includes evaluating and treating musculoskeletal injuries, managing recovery after surgery and supporting patients with chronic orthopedic conditions such as arthritis.With a strong focus on patient education and long-term musculoskeletal health, Erik partners closely with patients to develop individualized care plans, promote wellness and guide them in making informed decisions about their treatment and recovery. Bonifas, PA is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Myxoid Liposarcoma, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Bonifas, PA is currently accepting new patients.

Christina Morganti, MD, is a UW Health orthopedic surgeon. She’s also a faculty member in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Dr. Morganti treats patients of all ages with bone, joint and muscle problems. She specializes in bone conditions, including broken, weak or brittle bones, stress fractures and sports injuries. She also provides preventive care aimed at helping patients build healthy habits that improve their bone strength over time.Dr. Morganti recognizes that collaboration is the key to exceptional care. She works with a team of specialists to support her patients throughout their treatment and recovery. As a partner to people in all stages of life, she looks forward to helping them manage their conditions and achieve their health goals.In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Morganti is building a bone health program at UW Health.Outside of work, Dr. Morganti enjoys running, hiking, rock climbing, traveling with her family and playing with their two Bernese Mountain Dogs.I’m passionate about helping patients work on successful aging, where they can be as active as they can, working within their physical capacity. Dr. Morganti is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Tennis Elbow, Tendinitis, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Morganti is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Morganti is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Anderson, MD, is a UW Health orthopedic surgeon. He’s also a clinical associate professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He diagnoses and treats conditions that affect the bones, muscles, joints and soft tissues.Dr. Anderson sees patients who have shoulder, hip or knee disorders. His patients might suffer pain, inflammation and restricted function due to injuries or diseases such as arthritis. He performs knee and hip joint replacements and shoulder surgeries. When possible, he performs minimally invasive, camera-guided arthroscopic surgery through a small tube using tiny incisions, which promotes faster healing.Dr. Anderson talks with his patients about surgical and non-surgical therapies to help them achieve their goals. Treatment options range from pain-relieving medication, injections and physical therapies to surgery and rehabilitation. Understanding that surgery can be stressful, Dr. Anderson takes time to listen, discussing therapies, procedures and what to expect. He helps patients make informed decisions, so they’ll feel confident in their treatment choices and care.Outside of work, Dr. Anderson enjoys traveling, hiking, fishing and outdoor recreation with his family, as well as coaching or attending his children’s sports activities.It's an incredible privilege to be involved in my patients’ care and to help them through that journey and be a part of it. Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Infectious Arthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Anderson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.