Ryan Westergaard
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Ryan Westergaard

Infectious Disease
600 Highland Ave, 
Madison, WI 
Expertise in
4
conditions
600 Highland Ave, 
Madison, WI 

Overview

Ryan Westergaard, MD, MPH, is a UW Health infectious disease doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). He is also an associate professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.Although HIV cannot be cured, Dr. Westergaard helps people manage it with minimal impact on their lives. He enjoys building trusting relationships with his patients and listens to their concerns and goals. Dr. Westergaard educates them about their condition, how it can be treated and what they can expect long term. He uses his vast experience to guide care and empower patients to make informed health care decisions.Dr. Westergaard appreciates the collaborative, team-based approach of the UW Health multidisciplinary team, and feels that it results in the best outcomes for patients.In addition to his role at UW Health, Dr. Westergaard serves as the Chief Medical Officer and State Epidemiologist for Communicable Diseases for the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. He also conducts community-based research that works to reduce suffering from HIV, viral hepatitis and substance-use disorders.Outside of work, Dr. Westergaard enjoys spending time with his family, hiking and cross-country skiing.I want HIV patients to understand that with proper treatment, they can live long, healthy lives.

Dr. Westergaard is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Hepatitis.

Dr. Westergaard is board certified in Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 138 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine

Residency

University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

Specialties

Infectious Disease

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WI

Board Certifications

Infectious Diseases
Internal Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Department Of Medicine

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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CareFirst
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Quartz
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UnitedHealthcare
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US Health and Life
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

University Hospital Infectious Disease Clinic
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Other Locations
University Hospital HIV Care and Prevention Clinic
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ryan Westergaard

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ryan Westergaard?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ryan Westergaard by calling their office at 608-263-0946. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ryan Westergaard a top-rated expert for HIV/AIDS?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ryan Westergaard is classified as an Advanced expert for HIV/AIDS, 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. Ryan Westergaard specialize in?

While Dr. Ryan Westergaard is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.

Does Dr. Ryan Westergaard accept my insurance?

Dr. Ryan Westergaard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-0946 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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