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Orthopaedic Surgeons in Wisconsin

Orthopaedic surgeons specialise in bones, joints, muscles and ligaments, with and without surgery. Below are 42 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Wisconsin, across Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Appleton, La Crosse and Eau Claire, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Orthopaedic Surgeons in Wisconsin

  1. Kevin Condit Orthopaedics Madison, WI 53792
  2. Jonathan D. Lester, MD Orthopaedics Milwaukee, WI 53215
  3. Jeremy Saller, MD Orthopaedics Green Bay, WI 54311
  4. Nathan L. Van Zeeland, MD Orthopaedics Appleton, WI 54913
  5. Eric Y. Chen, MD, PHD Orthopaedics La Crosse, WI 54601
  6. James W. Manz, MD Orthopaedics Eau Claire, WI 54703
  7. Paul R. Johnson, MD Orthopaedics Pewaukee, WI 53072
  8. Benjamin J. Hackett, MD Orthopaedics Wausau, WI 54401
  9. James M. Banovetz, MD, PHD Orthopaedics Stevens Point, WI 54481
  10. Dale E. Bauwens, MD Orthopaedics Wauwatosa, WI 53226
  11. Kevin J. Gassner, MD Orthopaedics Sheboygan, WI 53081
  12. Michael D. Mannebach, MD Orthopaedics Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
  13. Bryan Royce, MD Orthopaedics Oshkosh, WI 54904
  14. David M. Marcu, MD Orthopaedics Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578
  15. Eric S. Malicky, MD Orthopaedics Grafton, WI 53024
  16. Nathan H. Harris, MD Orthopaedics Altoona, WI 54720
  17. Jeff J. Tavassoli, DO Orthopaedics Marshfield, WI 54449
  18. Anthony A. Ferguson, MD Orthopaedics Glendale, WI 53212
  19. Richard W. Banks, DO Orthopaedics Tomah, WI 54660
  20. William R. Padgett, MD Orthopaedics Rhinelander, WI 54501
  21. Jonathan D. Main, MD Orthopaedics Kenosha, WI 53142
  22. James H. Haemmerle, MD Orthopaedics Menomonie, WI 54751
  23. David L. Coran, MD Orthopaedics Greenfield, WI 53221
  24. Thomas H. Garver, MD Orthopaedics Weston, WI 54476
  25. Barry V. Bast, MD Orthopaedics Manitowoc, WI 54220
  26. Robert R. Riedle, MD Orthopaedics Mauston, WI 53948
  27. Joseph D. Henningsen, MD Orthopaedics Stoughton, WI 53589
  28. Gregory N. Van Winkle, MD Orthopaedics Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
  29. Richard K. Karr, MD Orthopaedics Mequon, WI 53097
  30. Anthony R. Ricci, DO Orthopaedics Burlington, WI 53105
  31. Walter J. Kim, MD Orthopaedics Mount Pleasant, WI 53177
  32. John J. Watkins, MD Orthopaedics Minocqua, WI 54548
  33. Joshua W. Balts Orthopaedics Barron, WI 54812
  34. Joshua D. Lindsey, MD Orthopaedics Platteville, WI 53818
  35. Douglas R. Palmer, MD Orthopaedics Janesville, WI 53546
  36. Thomas W. Grossman, MD Orthopaedics Waupun, WI 53963
  37. Leighton C. Johnson, MD Orthopaedics Beloit, WI 53511
  38. Patrick M. Healy, MD Orthopaedics Rice Lake, WI 54868
  39. Robert D. Brooks, DO Orthopaedics Berlin, WI 54923
  40. James Wilkes, MD Orthopaedics Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
  41. William D. Moore, MD Orthopaedics Neenah, WI 54956
  42. Steven S. Davis, MD Orthopaedics Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see an orthopaedic surgeon

Common reasons

  • Knee, hip and shoulder pain
  • Back and neck problems
  • Sports injuries and fractures
  • Arthritis
  • Recovery after joint surgery

Signs it may be time

  • Joint pain limits your daily life
  • An injury is not improving after a few weeks
  • Your primary care doctor or physical therapist referred you
  • You are deciding whether surgery makes sense

How to get the most from your orthopaedic surgeon visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them
  • Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better
2

During: questions to ask

  • What is causing the pain, and what are my options without surgery?
  • If surgery is an option, what does recovery look like?
  • What activities should I avoid or keep doing?
  • How will we know if things are improving?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • Pain level each day and what you were doing
  • Physical therapy exercises completed
  • Sleep and swelling

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

Recovery happens at home, one day at a time. Tracking pain, exercises and progress lets your surgeon or physical therapist see whether you are on track, and catch setbacks early. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next orthopaedic surgeon appointment in Wisconsin with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

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  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
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Questions

How do I find an orthopaedic surgeon in Wisconsin?

This page lists 42 orthopaedic surgeons practising in Wisconsin, including Madison, Milwaukee, Green Bay, Appleton, La Crosse and Eau Claire, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon in Wisconsin?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first orthopaedic surgeon appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; X-rays or MRI reports and discs, if you have them; Notes on what movements make the pain worse or better.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopaedic surgeon?

Many insurance plans need one; some do not. Check your plan before booking.

Does seeing an orthopaedic surgeon mean I need surgery?

No. Many conditions are treated without surgery, with physical therapy, activity changes or injections.

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