The 20 Best Gallbladder Removal Doctors near Madison, WI

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Gallbladder Removal

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Gallbladder Removal near Madison, WI. Of these, 22 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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27 providers found
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Scarborough is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Scarborough is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hee Jung is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Jung is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Removal, and Liver Embolization.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Ingraham is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Ingraham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Small Bowel Resection.

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    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann O'rourke is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. O'rourke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal

    SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Imtiaz Ahmed is a Radiologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Angela Gibson is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Gibson has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Frostbite, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Savage is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Savage is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Ogilvie Syndrome, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ben Zarzaur is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Zarzaur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Delirium, Ogilvie Syndrome, Splenectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Busch is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Busch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Malnutrition, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Milos Buhavac is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Buhavac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    UW Health Pharmacy Services

    750 University Row, 
    Madison, WI 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ana De Roo is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. De Roo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Dana Henkel
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Dana Henkel is a board-certified general surgery physician. She obtained her undergraduate and master's degree from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI. She earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health-Madison and completed her residency at the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics-Madison. Dr. Henkel's practice is focused on breast cancer and oncoplastic surgery including nipple sparing mastectomy. She also performs general and laparoscopy surgery which includes hernia surgery, diverticulitis and diverticulosis and colon cancer surgery. She is board certified by the American Board of General Surgery. Dr. Henkel is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Women Surgeons. In her free time, Dr. Henkel enjoys spending time with family, gardening, crocheting, and traveling. ""When treating my surgical patients, I have a laid-back and thoughtful approach. I feel it is very important to have their input before making decisions and coming up with a sound plan that we are both comfortable with."" - Dana Henkel, MD". Dr. Henkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

    Melody Threlkeld
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    SSM Health Dean Medical Group - Trauma

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melody Threlkeld is a board certified general surgery physician specializing in trauma surgery. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI and earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She completed her residency in general surgery from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX and her fellowship in general surgery from Cincinnati Children's Hospital - Colorectal Center in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Threlkeld is a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgery. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. In her free time, Dr. Threlkeld enjoys spending time with her family, bicycling, rock climbing, cooking, yoga, and traveling. I believe that it is important to listen to my patients and understand their expectations. Frequent communication with updates of expected outcomes can help bring clarity to an uncertain situation for patients and their families. - Melody Threlkeld, MD. Dr. Threlkeld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Doris Kim
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery

    700 S. Park St., 
    Madison, WI 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Doris Kim is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. She obtained her undergraduate degree majoring in neuroscience and minoring in biology and psychology from Lawrence University in Appleton, WI and earned her MS from Tufts University, in Boston, MA. She earned her medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine in Toledo, OH. She completed her internship and residency in general surgery at Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. She then went on to complete her fellowship in bariatrics/minimally invasive surgery at the University of California in Davis, CA. Dr. Kim's medical interests include advanced laparoscopy, robotic surgery, bariatric surgery, anti-reflux procedures, hiatal hernia repair, gastroparesis, abdominal wall hernias, inguinal hernias, and gallbladder disease. Dr. Kim is on the foregut committee of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. She is on the robotics committee of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and is a member of the American Foregut Society. In her time away from work, Dr. Kim loves spending time outside chasing the sun, listening to live music, and trying new restaurants. She also loves to travel. She recommends visiting Iceland for the unique landscape and Spain for their food and architecture. I strive to provide my patients with the highest standard of care to improve their quality of life with a minimally invasive approach. It feels very rewarding when patients have a quick recovery after surgery and tell me they can now focus on the great things in life, like spending time on their hobbies and with their family. - Doris Kim, MD. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Weber is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Weber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Abbott is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Abbott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline Garonzik is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Garonzik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Kidney Transplant, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Syed Zafar is a Surgical Oncologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Zafar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sara Best is a Urologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Best is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Folliculitis, Nephrectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave, 
    Madison, WI 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Martins is a General Surgeon in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Martins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Compartment Syndrome, Breast Cancer, Cholecystitis, Mastectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Madison, WI?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Madison, WI?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gallbladder Removal doctors near Madison, WI?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gallbladder Removal doctors near Madison, WI?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Madison, WI?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gallbladder Removal doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallbladder Removal doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Madison, WI?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gallbladder Removal doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gallbladder Removal doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gallbladder Removal doctors near Madison, WI?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gallbladder Removal doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gallbladder Removal doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gallbladder Removal doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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