Jason K. Waddell, DO
Neurosurgery
Locations
- La Crosse - Neurosciences
- 724 Denton Street, La Crosse, WI 54601
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- phone: 608-775-9000
Expertise
Education
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
Fellowship, Neurological Surgery, 2013Bromenn Healthcare
Residency, Neurological Surgery, 2012University of Pikeville
Medical School, 2006Board Certifications
Neurological Surgery
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, 2014Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Humana,Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Preferred One
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare East
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Education Association
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.4 of 5 stars
95 Ratings, 26 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2024
The doc didn't care what I was saying. Spent less than 10 minutes in the appointment and the only thing he had to say, was a third back surgery means fusion and he will not do that on someone on my age and he didn't know why I was seeing him because it is extremely premature. After he tried to get me to leave, I finally just asked if there is anything I can do to help alleviate pain, physical therapy or injections or muscle relaxers and all he had to say was that something you will have to check with your family doctor about. By far the worst experience I've ever had with any doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
I'd have liked to know he couldn't do Sx on me before i traveled 3 hours EACH WAY, maybe a consult via telephone i appreciate Waddell telling me if I get another MRI with the artifact he would revisit me case as well as pass it in to the other surgeons. He also was helpful with telling me about PT and meds for secondary conditions that I knew i had but didn't know PT and meds were even an option. I have already gotten orders for a new MRI and a referral for PT. I hope to see Waddell again but next time to schedule me for Sx so I can start my healing.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Surgeon did not really know why I was there to see him didn't really give much time said he was running way behind l left thinking what a waste of time
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2024
What I would like to add is the surgery went fine but however, I feel as if there is a lot of miscommunication. There wasn't help and assistance when I needed it and also there was a lot of just putting me off to the next department and not giving me a right answer or direction I feel at Gunderson I had a lot of ups and downs. I'm glad that the surgery part went fine but even as I write this and return this, I still have a form that needs to be fill out and no one is responding to me and I needed to return back to work , I feel as if people at Gunderson could be a little more professional little more understanding and sympathetic I could go on
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
I was pleased that we got everything done in one visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2024
I was referred to another doctor about a pain block and I still have questions about that and I'm still in a lot of pain and would really like to get that resolved as soon as possible. Thank you.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2024
I was pleased that the Dr. Was going to check everything out with the Dr. That referred me to him, get back with me, get everything taken care of that is needed to be done Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
Dr Waddell gave me answers that I needed to know, was very good, and I will recommend to others!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2024
I was very unhappy with this visit; the doctor appeared to clarify the x-ray he was showing me; however. he did not identify any ways to address the results caused by my multi-factorial problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2023
This diagnosis and next steps were a surprise to me and providers so I'm still processing the next CT scan and what the results will mean. I really liked the surgeon and communicating next steps with him although I need a CT scan before we know fully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Everything was just great couldn't ask for more
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2023
The provider was vague on the clinical notes, not detailed on the visit. Had an awkward stare multiple times after each question, made me feel like he didn't trust me. I was very uncomfortable and disappointed on how providers use PT as a cruch to by time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Dr. Waddell was very kind and caring. He didn't provide me with the answer I was hoping for but did provide me with his professional medical opinion which I appreciated.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
Dr. Waddell know his specialty very well. He was kind, funny and he has compassion for his Patient who is dealing with a lot of pain and discomfort. He is a very caring Gentleman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
The surgery definitely helped my back pain, and it is a huge relief that I can live my life without daily pain anymore. So I appreciate the surgery being done correctly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
I'm wondering on how soon after the operation will I go home right away or get a little time to get my bearing before take off for an hour ride home
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
I would have liked a pamphlet on the surgery that we were discussing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2023
I realize this wasn't your fault, but they did not have the information about the workman's comp claim and that made us stand and wait, good thing we came early. That was frustratin, but it is workman's comp and I don't know who was supposed to have transferred all the information to you, but your front desk did not have it or registration did not have it and what was good was the doctor. He was smart, thorough, sure of himself, great, answered things correctly, like we trust him, would feel good in his care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2023
All treatment and care is top notch. Results very good. Highly recommend Gundersen !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2023
my appointment was made without having the images, so drove 1.5 hours and dr did not have my images just notes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2023
Dr. Waddell took the time to explain the MRI results. Answered questions I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2023
I was told my appointment was at 9:30 when actually it was at 10. I wasn't called back until 10:10 which was a fine amount of time to wait had I arrived at 10!! I had completed the online questionnaire so I should have arrived at 9:55. It was frustrating b/c I based another appointment on the 9:30 time, not 10:00. I barely made it to that next appointment.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2023
I can understand if Dr Waddell can't help me but to but to have absolutely no empathy or interpersonal skills and act like I shouldn't be in his office when I have been referred to him 2x now by gundersen providers is beyond confusing and frustrating. Besides that for Dr Waddell to laugh hysterically at me when I mentioned I had major shoulder surgery since the last time I saw him and then to slander me to his coworker directly after our appt in the hallway is just flat out unprofessional and exhibits some major character flaws. I will be sharing my experience with others in the community to warn them to avoid Dr Waddell. I see he has many other similar negative reviews from recent patients and I hope it is addressed by gundersen but I highly doubt it will be.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2023
It was the best I left with a calm feeling like the Surgeon listened to me and cared about my feelings. The check out person worked to get me an appointment as soon as possible she was super to work with
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2023
I was fearful of this visit but the doctor put me and my wife totally at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2023
Dr. Waddell is a rockstar!