25 of the Best Colorectal Surgeons Near Me in milwaukee, WI

Looking for the best colorectal surgeon near milwaukee, WI? Find a top colorectal surgeon near you in milwaukee, WI who is an expert in your specific condition. Colorectal surgeons, formerly known as proctologists, are doctors who specialize in performing surgery on the lower digestive tract.

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MediFind found 11 specialists near milwaukee, WI

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    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral required

    Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital

    8800 W. Doyne Ave., 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests include the diagnosis, treatment, and management of colorectal diseases of all kind, including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis and anorectal problems. I have special training and interests in the treatment of colorectal malignancies, including advanced colon and rectal cancers, sphincter-preserving surgery, recurrent cancers and peritoneal metastases, as well as carcinoid tumors, heritable colorectal cancer syndromes, and anal cancer. My research interests include evaluating the patient-centered outcomes after surgery for rectal cancers, including the functional outcomes and the impact of minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Dr. Peterson is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Peterson is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Surgery

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 575, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Salami is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Salami is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Salami is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Salami is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

    8900 W. Doyne Ave., 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jed Calata (he/him) is very excited to return to the Midwest to join the surgery (colorectal surgery) team at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He joins an accomplished team that includes Dr. Kirk Ludwig, Dr. Carrie Peterson, and Dr. Timothy Ridolfi.Dr. Calata is a board-certified colon and rectal surgeon with expertise in colorectal and minimally invasive surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, fecal incontinence and anorectal disorders. A graduate with honors from Saint Joseph's University, Dr. Calata went on to pursue his doctor of medicine at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed his general surgery residency training at the University of Illinois at Chicago Metropolitan Group Hospitals Residency and his colon and rectal surgical fellowship training at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County Fellowship.With a passion for both science and service, this devoted physician enjoys all aspects of medicine - teaching, outreach, and improving the quality of life for patients and communities. Dr. Calata's service efforts have involved traveling to El Salvador, Dominican Republic and the villages around Rwanda to help improve health resources and nutrition. He has also been the recipient of multiple honors and awards, specifically for his role as an educator.Dr. Calata is currently seeing patients at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center and at Froedtert Hospital and MCW. He brings an exuberance to the division of colorectal surgery striving to provide the highest quality care using sound surgical decision-making and the newest surgical techniques and technologies. Although pleased to have followed his parents' footsteps into a career in medicine, when Dr. Calata is not caring for others, he enjoys gourmet cooking and cuisine, traveling, recreational soccer, and cheering for his favorite sports teams. Dr. Calata is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Hemorrhoids, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Calata is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Calata is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Southeast Surgical S.C.

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy Ste 330, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    James Klas is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Klas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ileostomy. Dr. Klas is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Surgery

    3003 W Good Hope Rd, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Ward is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids. Dr. Ward is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

    8900 W. Doyne Ave., 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kirk Ludwig is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Ludwig is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Ludwig is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Ludwig is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral required

    Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

    8900 W. Doyne Ave., 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ridolfi is a member of the colorectal surgery team. This team is comprised of surgeons, nurses and support staff who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. They work closely with colleagues in surgical oncology, gastroenterology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology to ensure that patients get the very finest medical and surgical care for the full range of benign and malignant colorectal disorders.The colorectal surgery team is committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care to patients with colorectal diseases. The team believes that this type of care comes from the intense dedication and specialization of the staff to specific colorectal disease processes and that coordinating efforts with their medical and surgical colleagues ensures patients get the best multidisciplinary care available. Dr. Ridolfi is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Colostomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Ridolfi is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Ridolfi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Surgery

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 575, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kate Vasconcellos is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Vasconcellos is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Hemorrhoids, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Vasconcellos is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Vasconcellos is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Surgery

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy, Ste 575, 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Molly Meyers is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Meyers is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Meyers is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Meyers is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    General Surgery - Froedtert Hospital

    900 N. 92nd St., 
    Milwaukee, WI 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Hu is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Hu is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Anal Fissure, Crohn's Disease, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hu is board certified in Surgery and Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Hu is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Advanced Healthcare Inc.

    3003 W Good Hope Rd, 
    Glendale, WI 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, German

    Rudolph Kluiber is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Glendale, Wisconsin. Dr. Kluiber is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Proctitis, and Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis.

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    When should I see a Colorectal Surgeon near milwaukee, 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 Colorectal Surgeon near milwaukee, 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 Colorectal Surgeons near milwaukee, 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 Colorectal Surgeons near milwaukee, 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 Colorectal Surgeon in milwaukee?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colorectal Surgeon?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon near milwaukee, 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 Colorectal Surgeon?

    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 Colorectal Surgeon 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 Colorectal Surgeons near milwaukee, WI?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colorectal Surgeon 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 Colorectal Surgeon that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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