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Summary
Dr. Stephen Shapiro is a surgeon with 32 years of experience treating patients across Wisconsin and Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and specializes in general surgery with additional expertise in other surgical areas. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the region.
Dr. Shapiro practices at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, with clinic locations in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and Decorah, Iowa. He has particular expertise in treating obesity and weight-related conditions in both adult and pediatric patients. His surgical practice also includes procedures for gallstone disease. Additionally, he provides specialized intravenous therapies and antibiotic treatments through dedicated infusion services.
Dr. Shapiro practices at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, with clinic locations in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and Decorah, Iowa. He has particular expertise in treating obesity and weight-related conditions in both adult and pediatric patients. His surgical practice also includes procedures for gallstone disease. Additionally, he provides specialized intravenous therapies and antibiotic treatments through dedicated infusion services.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Stephen Barnet Shapiro has 4 locationsGundersen La Crosse Clinic
1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601 Tel: (608) 782-7300
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Gundersen Decorah Clinic
1830 State Highway 9Decorah, IA 52101 Tel: (563) 382-3140
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 32 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 57 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI |
| Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: University of South Dakota | Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Barnet Shapiro
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Stephen Barnet Shapiro has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Stephen Barnet Shapiro has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Stephen Barnet Shapiro holds an expired medical license in the states of Iowa and Wisconsin.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Shapiro's NPI number is 1114921087.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Stephen Shapiro's office located?
- Dr. Stephen Shapiro's office is located at 1900 South Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Shapiro affiliated with?
- Dr. Stephen Shapiro is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital.
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