
Overview
Sean Ronnekleiv-Kelly, MD, FACS, is a UW Health surgical oncologist and assistant professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Dr. Ronnekleiv-Kelly specializes in treating patients with a range of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers and sarcoma (bone and soft tissue cancers), with a special focus on liver, pancreas and bile duct cancers.Dr. Ronnekleiv-Kelly believes in shared decision-making with patients. He listens to their concerns and treatment goals, discusses options for surgery or other therapies and guides their decisions. His goal is to provide the best possible care for all his patients and their families.In addition to patient care and teaching, Dr. Ronnekleiv-Kelly is part of a leading-edge, multispecialty research team that studies targeted new therapies for some of the more aggressive types of cancer, including pancreatic and liver cancers.In his free time, Dr. Ronnekleiv-Kelly likes to spend time with his family. They enjoy playing soccer, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and rock climbing.What really sets UW Health apart is the collaboration between the providers to provide the best care possible for every patient.
Dr. Ronnekleiv is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
Dr. Ronnekleiv is board certified in Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 65 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
4621 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ronnekleiv 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.
Clinical Research
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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. Sean Ronnekleiv
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv by calling their office at 608-263-7502. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv a top-rated expert for Stomach Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stomach 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. Sean Ronnekleiv specialize in?
While Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv has published 65 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stomach Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv accept my insurance?
Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-7502 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Ronnekleiv isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Ronnekleiv isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Stomach CancerDr. Ronnekleiv isDistinguished. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Advanced
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Ronnekleiv isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- PancreatectomyDr. Ronnekleiv isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Ronnekleiv isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Ronnekleiv isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.


