Summary

Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Kathleen Christians' practice, with 33 years of experience treating pancreatic cancer and liver cancer and performing liver resection, pancreatic cancer surgery, and Whipple surgery. She is affiliated with Froedtert Lutheran Memorial Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Christians earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at Medical College of Wisconsin in 1998, followed by fellowships at Medical College of Wisconsin in 1999 and the University of Hong Kong in 2003. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Christians 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Hong Kong
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

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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Office Locations

Kathleen K Christians has 2 locations

Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital

8800 W Doyne AveMilwaukee, WI 53226

General Surgery - Froedtert Hospital

900 N 92nd StMilwaukee, WI 53226

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OncologySurgeryOncologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
5 
4.1 
0 
4 
33 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English
Milwaukee , WIMilwaukee , WIMilwaukee , WIMilwaukee , WI
Med School: University of Iowa Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kathleen K Christians

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Network Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Upper Peninsula Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Kathleen K Christians has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Kathleen K Christians has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Liver Cancer
  • Liver Diseases
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Kathleen K Christians holds an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Hong Kong in 2003 and Medical College of Wisconsin in 1999.

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College of Wisconsin in 1998.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Iowa in 1993.

NPI Number

Kathleen K Christians' NPI number is 1477504884.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Kathleen Christians affiliated with?
Kathleen Christians is affiliated with Froedtert Lutheran Memorial Hospital.
Does Kathleen Christians accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kathleen Christians accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Christians?
You can find contact information for Kathleen Christians here on Vitals.
Does Kathleen Christians accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kathleen Christians has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Kathleen Christians accepting new patients?
Kathleen Christians is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Kathleen Christians's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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