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Dr. Gerald Wait, MD

Dr. Gerald Wait, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Gerald Wait, MD is a general surgeon in Rhinelander, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1987. He is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

2251 N Shore Dr Rhinelander, WI 54501

Make an Appointment

(715) 361-4700

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wait specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Wait's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wait

3.6

8 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
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2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
25%
25%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Pissed off – Dec 04, 2022
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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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Connie bright – May 22, 2022
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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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Brian Butz – Jan 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 17, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 01, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
George in Waterloo iowa – Mar 09, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Misty in Indepence,IA – May 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gerald Wait, MD is a general surgeon in Rhinelander, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1987. He is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

  • Oncology

  • Colorectal Surgery

  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic 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.

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital2251 N Shore Dr Rhinelander, WI 54501
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410 Waterloo, IA 50702
2

Practice

Howard Young Medical Center Inc.240 Maple St Woodruff, WI 54568
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital

    2251 N Shore Dr
    Rhinelander, WI 54501
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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