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Dr. Christine Sharkey, MD

Dr. Christine Sharkey, MD

Rheumatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Christine Sharkey, MD is a rheumatologist in Madison, WI and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sharkey has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 2004. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Meriter. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

345 W Washington Ave Madison, WI 53703
Telehealth available
(608) 417-8300

Dr. Sharkey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sharkey specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sharkey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sharkey

4.0

14 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
21%
21%

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What went well
  • 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
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Leah – Nov 17, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Jul 30, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Madison, WI – May 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Madison, WI – Sep 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lou in Madison, WI – Jul 27, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Libby in Madison, WI – Feb 10, 2016
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Rheumatology Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Sharkey wants to work as a team with her patients to provide them with the best treatments available and give them the tools to manage their individual health issues. She creates an environment that is open and honest, and she listens to her patients' concerns to help them live with their chronic conditions.

  • Rheumatology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Wisconsin / Madison

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014

  • Brook Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Sharkey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unitypoint Health-Meriter-West Washington345 W Washington Ave Madison, WI 53703
    1

    Practice

    UnityPoint Health Meriter202 S Park St Madison, WI 53715
    2

    Practice

    Unitypoint Health-Meriter-McKee3102 Meriter Way Madison, WI 53719
    3

    Practice

    UW Health Junction RD Medical Center451 Junction Rd Madison, WI 53717
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Up Health System-Bell

      901 Lakeshore Dr
      Ishpeming, MI 49849

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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% 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

    • UnityPoint Health-Meriter

      202 S Park St
      Madison, WI 53715
      Recipient of 20
      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality