ABOUT THE THYROID TOP DOCTORS DIRECTORY

The following listing includes recommended doctors and practitioners for your thyroid care.

Please note that being listed here in the Thyroid Top Doctors Directory doesn't necessarily mean a doctor is the right one for you. The doctor may be an empathetic and warm physician, but not open to working with drugs like Armour or T3 drugs. Or the doctor may be quite costly and not on insurance programs. Always call the doctor's office ahead of time to find out more about the doctor's philosophy, approach, costs, and other important factors before going in for your first appointment.

Please let us know if you have feedback about doctors listed here, or would like to recommend your doctor.

Brookfield

Bruce Klink, DO, Family Practice, 13850 West Capitol Dr., WI 53045, 262-790-1118 http://www.ah.com/ProvInfo.asp?PRID=1019. A reader writes: "He was very open to prescribing Armour Thyroid and working with me to get just he right level for me prescribed. He's also willing to adjust my dosage according to how I feel I'm doing." (Added 6/05)

A reader writes:
"I found Dr. Klink on this site. I was already on T4 for 12 years but still felt poorly. Dr. Klink ran a lot of tests to check everything including thyroid peroxidase AB. My TSH was in normal range but my thyroid peroxidase was incredibly high so we have added T3 (armour) to my regime. He listens and cares about how you are feeling, not test result numbers. He knows that the thyroid meds need tweaking depending on how you are feeling and is more than willing to work with his patients on it. He is great!" (Added Apr 06)

Delafield

Dr. Carol J. Uebelacker, Family Practice, 700 Milwaukee Street, Delafield, WI 53018, (262) 646-4600. A reader writes: "Excellent Dr. Takes lots of time with her patients & is on top of all the latest andgreatest medical information and treatments!" (Added Apr 06)

Eagle River

Dr. Robert Sookochoff, Family Practice, 930 E Wall St, Eagle River Medical Group, Eagle River, WI 54521, 715-477-3000. "I was prescribed Synthroid by an Internist when I was initially diagnosed with Hashimoto's. After three years of feeling miserable despite many dosage adjustments, I found Dr. Sookochoff, who suggested that we try Armour Thyroid. I have been his patient for a year and feel great!!! He is very open to alternative treatment."

Eau Claire

Aron Adkins, MD, Endocrinology, Marshfield Clinic-Eau Claire Center, Eau Claire, WI 54702, (715) 858-4500. A reader writes: "Dr. Adkins is the tops! He listened to my symptoms as well as looking at my Lab Reports. He also knew enough to throw out the TSH test since I've had a Pituitary Tumor removed in the past. He also added T-3 to my treatment and it was exactly what I needed. My sister started seeing him on my recommendation and he's helping her too. Dr. Adkins is truly a very capable and caring doc! Thanks Dr. A!!!" (Added 1/06)

Fond du Lac

Steve Meress, Internal Medicine, 180 Knights Way, Fond du Lac, WI 54935, 920-922-5433/fax 920-922-5422, www.foxvalleywellness.com. smeress@foxvalleywellness.com "He's willing to try new tests and new treatments." (added 1/04)

Another recommendation:
"Immediately stopped synthetic drugs and put me on Armour!" (Added 4/04)

Green Bay

Dr. Eleazar Kadile, Difficult to treat cases - Center for Integrative Medicine, 1538 Bellvue Street, Green Bay, WI, 920-468-9442/fax 920-468-9714. This is a Barnes doctor who will prescribe Armour. (updated 1/04)

A reader writes:
"He saved my life - he looks at the whole picture of you and he listens. Dr. Kadile keeps close contact and addresses all of your symptoms. Yes, it sometimes takes time, but I was noticing improvement consistently. THANKS TO DR. KADILE for giving me back my life!" (Added 4/04)

Janesville

Dr. Manelle Fernando Family Practice & Bariatrics 15 W. Milwaukee St. Suite 206 Janesville, WI 53545 Phone: 608-756-0791 Fax 608-755-7652 jmewilson@hotmail.com A reader recommends: "Dr. Fernando is honest, open, caring and well-educated when it comes to thyroid, endocrine and obesity disorders. She listens to you with great interest and believes that we are all unique individuals that should be treated as such. Dr. Fernando will order the appropriate tests to look at all aspects of the thyroid. She will explain how your thyroid works, what the test results indicate, and what the best types of medication and plan of treatment are to treat your hypothyroidism. She uses Armour Thyroid, as well as other thyroid medications. She is also working in the Green Bay and Appleton area; so give her office a call to find out what her schedule is. She has me on the right road to "thyroid recovery" and is working to monitor not only my health, but weight problem, as well. Thank you Dr. Fernando!" (Added 11/02)

Another reader recommends Dr. Fernando:
"Dr. Fernando has her main office in Janesville, but also works out of the Green Bay and Appleton area. Dr. Fernando believes in treating her patients as unique individuals. She is very pro-active in taking a team approach between patient and doctor to treat your disease. She uses Armour thyroid because it provides the body with calcitonin, T0, T1, T2, T3 and T4 - so much more than what synthetic hormones offer. Dr. Fernando is very flexible and will be happy to discuss alternative methods if you are unable to take Armour. She is honest, open, caring and very well education in thyroid disorders, endocrine disorders, and weight issues. I am truly fortunate to have found such a receptive and enthusiastic doctor willing to sit down face-to-face with her patients and explain the mechanics of how your thyroid works, what your test results indicate, and what plan of treatment to get you started on. Thank you Dr. Fernando!" (Added 11/02)

Another reader added:
"Dr. Fernando listens to her patients and treats them as unique individuals. She will explain the mechanics of how your thyroids works, what types of medications are available to treat your condition, and will develop a plan of treatment that is personalized and flexible for her patients. She is very active in following up with her patients progress by ordering the full range of tests needed. Dr. Fernando will prescribe Armour Thyroid, as well as other medications to help you manage your disease. She is kind, caring, and listens to your concerns with an open mind. Dr. Fernando also works in the Appleton/Green Bay area." (Added 11/02)

Note: Dr. Fernando is primarily a specialist in bariatrics (weight loss). Also, follow visits can be expensive, and insurance may not cover all or part of her services. (Added 10/05)

Kenosha

Dr. Sandra Sleszynski, Osteopath, 1010 - 35th Street, Kenosha WI 53140, 658-8822 "She listens to your symptoms and how you are feeling not just what your blood work shows. She is open to using Natural Thyroid drugs -- herbs and osteopathic manipulative therapy. Her office feels more like a friends house than a doctor's office. She is the most compassionate and yet completely thorough and professional doctore I have ever seen. "

Kenosha

Dr. Michael Berglund, chiropractic physician, 5027 Green Bay Rd. #118, WI 53144, 262 925-8600, drb@berglundcenter.com. A reader writes: "He listens and he tries to get the most out of my thyroid gland w/o prescriptions. He has changed my life." (Added 6/05)

LaCrosse

Dr. George Kroker, Allergy Specialist, Allergy Associates of LaCrosse, 615 S. 10th St., LaCrosse, WI 54601 (800)-950-9740. A reader writes: "Dr. Kroker ordered a T3 test on me the 1st time I saw him. When he discovered I had a T3 problem he immediately changed my prescription to Armour after previous Dr.'s had erroneously medicated me with Synthroid for 9 years - never testing me for anything except T4! I recently moved to CA and he returned my call immediately to put me in touch with a Doctor who would acknowledge me as a patient. My allergies & Candidiasis has improved about 80% since Dr. Kroker began treating me for all 3 conditions. I highly recommend him!"

Lakewood

Kathie Huncuski, Physicians Assistant, Nicolet Clinic, Lakewood 715-276-6321. A reader writes, "She listens, and she is interested in making you well. She is open to other options. If you have read an article about something different or new, bring it to her. She will research it and find if it is a good thing for you. I have just started my treatment with her for hypothyroidism. She was totally in agreement to check into my adrenal glands when I suggested it and told me it was her next move anyhow. She was willing to try more meds when I told her I felt that I wasn’t on a high enough dose. She keeps track of my tests and is keeping me feeling better than I have in a long time."

Madison

Note: Dr. Wilson only sees patients with thyroid cancer Dr. Michael Wilson, Professor of Radiology and Endocrinology, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI 53792-3252 608-263-5306. A reader writes: "Dr. Wilson has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He is the first physician who really took the time to thoroughly review my records, and LISTEN."

Madison

Dr. Ann Stanger -- NO LONGER LISTED

Milwaukee

Elaine Drobney endocrinologist 788 N. Jefferson St. Downtown Milwaukee 276-1906 A reader shares, "Although there were some things I disagreed with her about--like Synthroid is the best drug and I didn’t really need T3--she spent a long time looking over my previous test results and agreed that although they were "normal" that they might not be normal for me. We agreed on extending my meds and retesting in 2 months with a follow-up visit. She teaches at the medical college and knew other doctors I knew. She spent 1 1/2 hours just talking about my history and family and then discussing possible treatments."

Milwaukee

Dr. Burton Waisbren, Thyroid & Autoimmune Diseases, 2315 North Lake Shore Drive Suite 815, Milwaukee, WI 53221, (414) 272-1929, www.waisbrenclinic.com. A reader writes: "Dr. Waisbren LISTENS. He does not give up. For the first time in 7 years, I feel like a human being again. Dr. Waisbren is wonderful!!!!" (Added 3/03)

A reader writes:
"I found Dr. Waisbren from this site. He is everything I read and more. After struggling for years, I now know what is wrong, my symptoms are real, and I am being treated. My family and I cannot begin to thank Dr. Waisbren enough." (Added 4/04)

Another reader writes:
"Dr. Waisbren was the first doctor to listen to me and hear what I had to say. I feel much better than I have in 10 years. I'm starting to take off some of the weight I gained and have much more energy." (Added 6/05)

Milwaukee

J. Allan Robertson, D.O., Osteopathic Maniplation/Chelation/Nutrition/General Practice 1011 N Mayfair Rd., WI 53226, 414 302-1011. A reader writes: "He listens, is interactive, and prescribes meds if needed. He prescribes Armour, not Synthroid." (Added 6/05)

Milwaukee

Dr. David Toth, Endocrinology, Midwest Endocrinology Associates, 2801 W. Kinnickinnic, River Parkway, #245, Milwaukee, WI 53215, 414-649-6421. A reader writes: "Dr. Toth is an excellent practitioner. A rare blend of compassion and technical expertise. He believes in and supports research, and is on the faculty at the Medical College of Wisconsin." (Added June 2005)

A reader writes:
"Dr. Toth has the best bed-side manner I have ever seen! He personally calls his patients about labs and discusses topics with a gentle hand. After hearing a diagnosis of mine related in-turn to my thyroid, he went home and did research and gave me some pertinent info!" (Added Apr 06)

Minocqua

Janet Bowen, RN MSN FNP, 8571 Highway 51N SuiteB, Minocqua WI 54548, 715-358-7727. A reader writes: "She offered Armour before I had chance to ask. And is willing to work with you until you feel great!" (Added: June 2004)

Neenah

Dr. Kaldas, OB&GYN, 200 Theda Clarke Medical Plaza, Neenah ,WI 54956, 920-729-7105. "Treats you like a human not a number. Listen to how you feel. Willing to try new medications when one doesn’t work for you. Respects patient input." (added 1/04)

Another recommendation:
"He listens and supports you. He is very thorough in explaining diagnosis/prognosis. He allows you to think about the options and procedures available. His medical staff are all wonderful and treat you like they are your friends." (Added 4/04)

Another fan:
"He is very caring. He is always willing to try new things." (Added 10/05)

Neenah

Laura Andrews, Endocrinology:special interest in thyroid disease, 411 Lincoln Street (Affinity Clinic), Neenah WI 54956, 920 727-4395. A reader writes: "Her special interest is thyroid disease, she listens and treats symptoms and not just lab results. Her care is very individualized and she is very aware that everyone is different and does not go strictly by the book. She can think outside the box. She takes time to listen. I'm a nurse and I've talked to her nursing staff and they all have great things to say about her. She does not believe in armour thyroid, however, for anyone looking for that. She believes in adding T3 when T4 doesn't seem to be enough. (She said there are drug companies working on long-acting T3 and is really excited about it. She is very accessible and I've always been able to get an appointment quickly when I'm having problems. She is also keeps very current on new research." (Added 1/06)

Wauwatosa

Thomas Kelly, Endocrinology, 201 North Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53206, 414-771-8228. A reader writes: "I have been seeing Dr, Kelly for some time now. He has always been informative and direct as to what is going on. Dr. Kelly is open, honest and caring. He treats me with respect and patience when I have questions. I would recommend him to anyone going through thyroid problems." (Added 1/06)

Wisconsin Dells

Dr. Robert Waters, Race and Vine Street Box 357 Wisconsin Dells WI 53965 1-800-200-7178, www.watershealthcenter.com. A reader writes: "This is a Barnes doc--they prescribe natural whenever possible -- tend to be more open minded -- better listeners. Though I don't know personally about this doc, I just want to provide the option for people to find a doc that will Rx Armour."

Another reader writes:
He is already listed for Wisconsin Dells but the description is sparse. He is a wonderful listener and very familiar with body chemistry. He is determined to find the "real" cause of a problem. He spends a great deal of time with patients and has a gift for reassuring the patient that together they will find the problem and the solution. He was a life saver for my 18 year old daughter with a thyroid problem and for me as well.

Why is a Particular Doctor No Longer Listed?

Doctors who were previously listed here are removed for a number of reasons.

1. The doctor has requested that his/her listings be removed because: he/she does not agree with this site’s philosophy or patient-orientation; the practice is too busy and can’t accept new patients; the doctor does not feel comfortable handling complicated thyroid problems; the doctor did not agree with what was said in the patient recommendations; or the doctor said “take me off the list” and offered no explanation.
2. The doctor has moved, retired, or died.
3. The doctor has lost his/her license, or given up his/her license, and is no longer practicing medicine.
4. Patients have provided negative input about the doctor that is of sufficient concern that, in the opinion of the editor, the doctor should no longer be on the Top Thyroid Doctors List.

Thyroid Top Doctors would face legal concerns if we published specific information about why patients had negative opinions about doctors, or if we shared a doctor’s occasional ranting ”take me off” email, or if we publicized doctors with licensing problems. So please, if you see that a doctor has been taken off the list and want to know why, talk to the doctor directly. If you write to us to ask why a doctor was taken off the list, we’re sorry, but we won’t be able to answer you or share that information.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Mary Shomon, the patients who have recommended these physicians and practitioners, or physicians and practitioners who have recommended/listed themselves make no guarantees or warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or validity of the information provided here. Mary Shomon, patients writing in to recommend their doctors, and the doctors/practitioners themselves assume no responsibility for any services provided by listed physicians or practitioners. It is your responsibility to investigate any physician with whom you plan to have a consultation, and you consult with physicians listed here expressly at your own risk.

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