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Dana Henkel, MD

General Surgery
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4.9 out of 5 – 

SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery

700 S. Park St. Madison, WI 53715
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_

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4.9
Overall Experience
4.9
Listened Carefully
4.9
Explained Things Clearly
4.8
Knew Medical History
4.9
Involved in Care Decisions
5.0
Showed Courtesy & Respect

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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.

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SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery

700 S. Park St.Madison, WI 53715

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