SSM Health Dean Medical Group
Dana Henkel, MD
General Surgery

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'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_
About Me
Specialties
General Surgery
Gender
Female
Education
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Medical School, 2017
UW Hospital Graduate Medical Education
Residency, 2017
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Baraboo
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Certifications
American Board of Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
Medical Interests
Breast cancer
Colon cancer
Diverticulitis and diverticulosis
Hernia
Hernia surgery
Laparoscopic surgery
Nipple sparing mastectomy
Oncoplastic surgery
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.9Overall Experience4.9Listened Carefully4.9Explained Things Clearly4.8Knew Medical History4.9Involved in Care Decisions5.0Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
50 ratings,
17 reviews
6/2/2026
Dr Henkel was very thorough and compassionate.
5/14/2026
Top-notch care...really appreciated the time she took for discussion!
5/6/2026
Friendly, professional, explained things easily
5/6/2026
Friendly and knowledgeable
4/22/2026
Helped me to feel comfortable as well as being friendly and clear in her explanations.
Map & Directions
SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery
700 S. Park St.Madison, WI 53715
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