Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS - Altoona, WI - Neurological Surgery, Neurology VERIFIED

Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS

Neurological Surgery
Altoona, WI 54720
5 
190
41 Years of Experience Accepting New Patients Visit Website

When confronted with the realization that you may be suffering from a neurological problem, particularly one that may require surgical treatment, there is an understandable amount of apprehension, uncertainty, and fear that naturally accompanies the diagnosis, for the patient and his or her family.

At Thapar Neurosurgery, we have assembled a team of dedicated, caring, and compassionate professionals whose single purpose is to help shepherd you and your family through any neurosurgical challenge that you may face. Beyond providing you with the highest quality, most advanced, and individualized neurosurgical care for conditions of the spine and brain, our professional, caring team will give you the confidence and courage to face any neurosurgical condition and treatment. Our goal is to make the patient’s experience the best it can be. When you need us, we are all there for you.

“To serve my patients is a privilege of the highest order. It’s all about my patients… nothing more, nothing less.”

Dr. Kamal Thapar, Widely respected by patients, their families, and their doctors, Dr. Kamal Thapar has served the region for more than a decade. He maintains one of the largest private neurosurgical practices in Wisconsin and provides the full spectrum of advanced neurosurgical care. Specializing in minimally invasive and reconstructive spine surgery, brain tumor surgery, pituitary tumor surgery, and skull base surgery, Dr. Thapar and his team strive to provide a level of care that is second to none for one fundamental reason: because you are second to none.

Making One of the Most Important Decisions for You and Your Family Patients are confronted by many healthcare choices…. But when searching for a neurosurgeon to whom you will entrust your care, there are several important qualities that all patients should specifically seek in their surgeon:

  • Advanced training
  • Knowledge and Peer Recognition
  • Mastery and experience with the most current and advanced surgical techniques
  • Authenticity and genuine patient concern
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Office Location

Wisconsin Brain And Spine Center

1200 Oakleaf Way Ste AAltoona, WI 54720
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Virginia Charlottesville
  • 113 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Network Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Quartz
  • Quartz - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Quartz - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Sana
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Unity Health Insurance
  • Unity Health Insurance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Back Injuries
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Head and Neck Disorder
  • Infection
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Stroke
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Virginia Charlottesville2000

Residency

University of Toronto Canada1999

Medical School

University of Calgary Alberta CanadaGraduated in 1985

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS's office located?
Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS's office is located at 1200 Oakleaf Way Ste A, Altoona, WI, 54720.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS affiliated with?
Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS is affiliated with Oakleaf Surgical Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS speak?
Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS speaks English.
Does Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS accepting new patients?
Dr. Kamal Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Thapar, M.D., Ph.D., FRCSC., FAANS's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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