Dr. Seth K. Williams, MD | Madison, WI | Orthopedic Surgery

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After 5+ years in practice with the University of Miami Department of Orthopedic Surgery, where I developed an expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery, I moved to the Midwest and joined the faculty at the University of Wisconsin Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation in November 2013. In the wintertime people ask me if I am crazy to move here from Miami, but frankly I love it here in Madison. The hospital is excellent and there is a real need for minimally invasive techniques here. Minimally invasive techniques are the future of spine surgery. My clinical and research interests are focused on minimally invasive techniques, but I also know when more conventional techniques are appropriate. Not everybody who comes to my clinic needs surgery, actually I think I am very conservative when it comes to recommending an operation. But when surgery is appropriate, we can talk through the options, with careful consideration given to the minimally invasive options.

Training …Institutions:
- University of California, San Diego - Medical School - La Jolla - CA - - Graduated 06/04/2000
- University of California, San Diego - General Surgery Internship - La Jolla - CA - - 06/24/2000 - 06/27/2001
- University of California, San Diego - Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - La Jolla - CA - - 07/01/2001 - 06/30/2006
- Jackson Memorial Hospital - Spine Surgery Fellowship - Miami - FL - - 07/01/2006 - 06/30/2007
- Miami Children's Hospital - Spine Surgery Fellowship - Miami, FL - - 07/2007 - 08/2007
- Trauma Fellowships/Visitations: Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand - - 10/2007 - 11/2007; Ulleval University Hospital, Oslo, Norway - - 01/2008 - 02/2008

Trained by:
Steve Garfin, MD; Chris Kauffman, MD; Choll Kim, MD; Yu-Po Lee, MD (Residency)
Frank Eismont, MD; Nathan Lebwohl, MD; Mark Brown, MD; Barth Green, MD; Harry Shufflebarger, MD (Fellowship

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accepting new patients
4.4

38 Ratings
26 years of experience
29 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
12 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Male

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When my husband required a second back surgery he found Dr William's from a friends recommendation. Very, very happy with him an the surgery was successful!

September 7th, 2019

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Excellent doctor........

February 23rd, 2016

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Everything about this was great. He was kind, knew what to say to make you feel better, and obviously knows what he's doing. When I came to I could tell I already felt better! I'm a week post op and have little to no pain left anymore. I could barely walk prior to surgery. 5 stars!!

January 21st, 2016

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Dr. Williams is amazing! I struggled with the idea of having back surgery and but now I am so glad I did. One year post-op and I am back to running with no pain!!!

December 9th, 2015

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I moved to the area so I had to look for a new doctor,which is not easy,. After listening to Dr. Williams video on his website I was convinced he was the right Doctor. So I made an appointment to meet him. Right away I knew he was the person to do my surgery. And I do not regret it at all. Not only was the surgery a great success. I liked the guy. I would recommend him highly.

November 22nd, 2015

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I would recommend Dr. Williams to anyone and already have!! GOT MY LIFE BACK!!!

January 22nd, 2015

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Dr. Williams is a very knowledgeable orthopedic doctor with great bedside manner. He is courteous and has a joyful attitude which is always very helpful to the patient's confidence when undergoing an important surgical procedure. The results of my surgery were extremely satisfactory. UM/JMH will experience a great loss with the departure of Dr. Williams and I take this opportunity to wish him the best.

June 11th, 2013

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Dr. Williams is fabulous! He exceeded my expectations. My major spine surgery was very successful. His staff is helpful and very efficient. Dr. Williams made such a negative into a positive experience. He is kind, professional, caring and easy to understand and talk to. The entire experience with Dr. Williams and University Of Miami hospital was wonderful. The distance and drive was well worth the excellent care! I feel very fortunate to be under Dr. Williams care! Why can't all doctors care and take this approach?

April 28th, 2013

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I re-herniated my L5-S1 disc, this time it was diagnosed by 3 different Spine Surgeons as a Large herniation... 3 hospitals and 3 Spine Surgeons refused to operate on me as being high risk because of the size and severity of my disc herniation in conjunction to the proximity to my nerves. Every surgeon in Broward county and city of FT. Lauderdale, FL said I was condemmed to being bed ridden for the rest of my life.But then I got in touch with Miami University Hospital and Dr. Williams and his staff. I was told to make it to his office. He looked at me and my MRI and was in awe at the size of my disc herniations... and he said.. "I cannot leave you in this much pain, I think I can help you.... I have seen severe cases, complex and complicated, as yours and have full confidence I can help you"... "Would you want me to operate?"... he told his staff to clear his calendar and set the earliest date and quickest date he can get me into the hospital for the procedure. I am walking, you would… not even guess I was someone that couldn't stand, walk or sit... bedridden... condemned by the best Broward had to offer... well look at me now... I'm awesome..... Thank God for Dr. Williams... Thank you Dr. Seth Williams. Myself and family loves you and your staff for bringing me back to normalcy... Bless you and keep on helping the needs of your patients. God has granted you an awesome gift. You are using it well. Keep it up.

August 31st, 2012

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Dr. Williams delivered top notch care, and follow up through my back surgery, I would recommend him to anyone in need.

July 13th, 2012

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600 Highland AveMadison, WI 53792

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Dr. Seth Kevin Williams, MD	Dr. Ronald Charles Rudy, MD	Dr. Terry Frederick Geurkink, MD	Dr. George J Plzak, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Emergency Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.4 (38 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience	67 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Madison , WI	Madison , WI	Belleville , WI	Madison , WI
Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine	Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin	Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
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