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Dr. John Wollaeger, MD

Dr. John Wollaeger, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Wollaeger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Prairie du Sac, WI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sauk Prairie Hospital and Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

260 26th St Prairie du Sac, WI 53578

Make an Appointment

(608) 643-2471

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wollaeger is affiliated with Sauk Prairie Hospital Prairie du Sac, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wollaeger's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wollaeger

4.4
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
80%
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4 star
0%
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3 star
7%
7%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
7%
7%

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Right hip replaced 05/2014. He uses a table to turn you and doesn’t cut the muscle. Much faster recovery and easier task completion. Left shoulder 04/15. I’ve had both shoulders done & this time my wound was allowed to heal for 8 weeks then started PT. Less painful & I have same range as my other shoulder!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Big fan – Jul 12, 2021
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Dr. Wollaeger performed a complete shoulder replacement on me November 2018. The pain was gone in a couple of days. The change in my life is remarkable. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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ILENE FRAZER – Oct 31, 2019
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After total hip replacement and a revision 3 years later due to pain, a year after revision I'm still in pain. And he doesn't seem willing to get to the basis for my discomfort. Can not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 12, 2019
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I've seen him multiple times, had surgery and he's been great. Would highly recommend to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jess – Aug 18, 2018
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It's been 6 weeks since my total shoulder replacement surgery. Couldn't be happier at this time. The brace/sling/torture device is off and my PT has started off well. I should be back to work at my hair salon in about 2 weeks. Would I recommend Dr Wollaeger and Meriter Hospital...YES!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan Motisi in Madison – May 17, 2018
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Dr Wollaeger performed a shoulder arthroscopy, the surgery outcome was excellent and I wish I had get it done earlier. He is an excellent surgeon, I definitely trust him to be my surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Cecilia C. in Madison, WI – Apr 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Wollaeger, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Prairie du Sac, WI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1995. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1995
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Locations

Practice

Sauk Prairie Healthcare260 26th St Prairie du Sac, WI 53578
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Practice

University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc1 S Park St Madison, WI 53715
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sauk Prairie Hospital

    260 26th St
    Prairie du Sac, WI 53578
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University Hospital

    600 Highland Ave
    Madison, WI 53792
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Richland Hospital

    333 E 2nd St
    Richland Center, WI 53581

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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