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Dr. Frank Walter, MD

Dr. Frank Walter, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Frank Walter, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Portage, WI and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Walter has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Medical College Wisconsin in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital and Aspirus Riverview Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

2817 New Pinery Rd Portage, WI 53901

Make an Appointment

(608) 742-4131

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Walter is affiliated with Aspirus Riverview Hospital Wisconsin Rapids, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Walter specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Walter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walter

4.9

45 ratings, 30 with a written review
5 Star
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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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Jill Buchkowski – Jan 09, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Emily B – Dec 09, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nicole S – Nov 09, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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art koskela – Aug 23, 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
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Mary G – Feb 19, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Very personable and knowledgeable – Feb 10, 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
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Diane Cady – Jul 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 21, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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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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Lisa Nelson in Portage , WI – Feb 17, 2019
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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
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Feb 02, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Mary Bennett in Oxford , WI – Feb 01, 2019
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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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Jan 25, 2019
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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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Gene Binder in Oxford, WI – Jan 12, 2019
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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
  • Long wait times
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Mary in Montello, WI – Jan 10, 2019
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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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Sue Gass in Portage , WI – Jan 10, 2019
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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
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Chris Hooks in Merrimac, WI – Dec 02, 2018
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What went well
  • 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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Terri Weisinger in Pardeeville, WI – Nov 17, 2018
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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
Beverly Veyna MSN RN in Portage, WI – Nov 07, 2018
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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
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Julie Beth Kirtley in Portage, WI – Oct 19, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe that a well informed patient is the someone who knows the surgical and non surgical options and the expected outcomes of each. I like to think that I spend time to get to know my patients a little bit in order to help them decide which...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedics

  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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

  • Wayne State University

    Residency Hospital

  • Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • Detroit Rec Hospital And University Health Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Medical College Wisconsin

    Medical School, 2001

  • University Of North Dakota

    Undergraduate School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital & Clinics2817 New Pinery Rd Portage, WI 53901
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Practice

David L. Scherwinski M.D. S.C.140 24th St S Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital

    333 Pine Ridge Blvd
    Wausau, WI 54401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Aspirus Riverview Hospital

    410 Dewey St
    Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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

    83%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital

    2817 New Pinery Rd
    Portage, WI 53901

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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