4.3
36 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Shekar Kurpad specializes in the treatment of a wide variety of spinal and cranial disorders. His expertise lies in the surgery for malignant brain tumors, degenerative disease of the spine, tumors of the spine, spine trauma and skull base tumors, and minimally invasive methods for the treatment of spinal disorders. Dr. Shekar Kurpad has extensive research experience in both brain tumor biology and spinal cord injury and has authored several peer reviewed publications and book chapters in these areas. As the recipient of the prestigious Van Wagenen fellowship from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, he conducted cellular transplantation research for spinal cord injury at the internationally recognized Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. He runs a laboratory at the Medical College of Wisconsin with international collaborators for the study of spinal cord injury.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- speaks English
- Medical College of Wisconsin
- 10 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 17 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Shekar N Kurpad, MD, PhD | Dr. George Richard Bartl, MD | Amanda A Schmelling | Dr. Emily Faye Morris |
| Neurological Surgery | Neurological Surgery | Family Medicine | Neurological Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 35 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Wauwatosa , WI | Waukesha , WI | Franklin , WI | Milwaukee , WI |
| Med School: University of Tennessee | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shekar N Kurpad
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Medical Specialties
Shekar N Kurpad has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Shekar N Kurpad has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Shekar N Kurpad holds an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin in 2001.
Residency
Completed their residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland in 2001.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Tennessee in 1998, Duke University School of Medicine in 1995, and Bangalore University in 1991.
NPI Number
Shekar N Kurpad's NPI number is 1033160874.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Shekar Kurpad affiliated with?
- Shekar Kurpad is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Inc, Froedtert Lutheran Memorial Hospital, and Clement J Zablocki Va Medical Center.
- Does Shekar Kurpad accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Shekar Kurpad has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Shekar Kurpad?
- You can find contact information for Shekar Kurpad here on Vitals.
- Where is Shekar Kurpad's office located?
- Shekar Kurpad's office is located at 1155 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226.
- Does Shekar Kurpad accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Shekar Kurpad accepts on their Vitals profile.
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