Dr. Thomas M. Wascher, MD - Appleton, WI - Neurosurgeon, Neurological Surgery Open Now

Dr. Thomas M. Wascher, MD

Neurosurgeon, Neurological Surgery
Appleton, WI 54913
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Meet Thomas M. Wascher, MD, FACSThomas M. Wascher, MD, FACS is a board-certified neurosurgeon who has received training all over the world for surgical diseases of the nervous system, including brain tumors, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, traumatic brain injury, spinal stenosis and herniated discs, spinal tumors, and reconstruction of the spine after trauma.  In addition, he is a leader in the development of stereotactic radiosurgery for brain and spine disorders and has been instrumental in bringing Cyberknife technology to Northeast Wisconsin. During his training , he had the unique experience of working under some of the world’s most respected neurosurgeons in Chicago, Phoenix, Ontario, Yugoslavia and London. Dr. Wascher is also extensively published, with more than 40 abstracts, articles, textbook chapters, and monographs. In addition to his excellent training and research experience, Dr. Wascher has over 30 years of experience performing complex spine and brain
surgeries, including more than 3600 cervical fusions. Collectively, Dr. Wascher has an unparalleled level of expertise that makes a significant difference in his surgical outcomes. His careful attention to detail has led to one of the lowest complication rates in the country–less than 1%- -compared to the average complication rate of nearly 8% for anterior cervical surgeries. Additionally, his brain tumor survivals are 2 to 4 times better than national averages. Dr. Wascher has received over 40 academic honors throughout his career, including election to “Best Doctors in America” by his fellow physicians and to “America’s Top Surgeons.” His widespread reputation has made him the neurosurgeon of choice for many medical professionals regionally and nationally, especially for complex problems of the cervical spine.Call The Number Above To Book An Appointment Today!
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 23 insurances accepted
  • speaks English
  • Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
  • 438 comments
  • 1 award
  • 5 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 5 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 location

Patients’ Perspective

  • On-time appointments
  • Good bedside manner

Awards

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Location

NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin - Appleton Location

5320 W Michaels Dr Appleton, WI 54913
Accepting New Patients

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas M. Wascher

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Auxiant
  • ChampVA
  • Cigna
  • Cypress
  • DeanHealthPPO
  • Everpointe
  • Health Partners
  • Humana
  • Meritian
  • Network Health
  • Prairie States
  • Prevea 360 PPO
  • Quartz Health EOS
  • Tricare
  • Tricare for Life
  • TriWest
  • United HealthCare
  • Veterans Health Insurance
  • Workers Comp
  • WPPN
  • WPS

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas M. Wascher has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Stroke
  • Surgery
  • Glioblastoma
  • Radiculopathy
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Brain Surgery
  • Back Injuries
  • Head Trauma (Craniocerebral Trauma)
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Laminectomy
  • Brain Cancer
  • Arnold-Chiari Malformation
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Aneurysm
  • Neurosurgery
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Education

Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

Graduated in 1985

Loyola University Medical Center

Residency

Barrow Neurological Institute Phoenix, AZ

Fellowship

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