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Dr. John Nerva, MD

Dr. John Nerva, MD

Neurosurgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. John Nerva, MD is a neurosurgeon in Milwaukee, WI and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2010. He is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (24 reviews)

West Bend Health Center

901 N 92nd St Milwaukee, WI 53226
Telehealth available

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Dr. Nerva's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nerva

4.7
24 ratings, 20 with a written review
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Dr. Nerva did an amazing job with my wife's care. He explained everything in detail the good and the bad news he kept our expectations realistic which we greatly appreciated. I would highly recommended Dr. Nerva to others. We look forward to continuing my wife's care with him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 11, 2024
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Dr. Nerva explained everything to me very well, with terms I could understand. The visual aids were very helpful. I am very happy with the care I received from the CT Scans Doctors, to Dr. Nerva and everyone in between. I had an awesome team taking care of me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2024
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First brain aneurysm surgery at Froedtert
Dr Nerva saved my life when I had an unexpected brain aneurysm. He was good to me and my family in being truthful about what to expect. Follow up care was very good, a brain shunt had to be placed due to my aneurysm . I highly recommend him. Th best doctor I have ever had
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Mary Madden – Apr 25, 2024
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Dr Nerva explains everything very well and makes sure you ask any questions I had. His NP is equally professional and approachable.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2024
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Everyone from check in to check out was wonderful.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 18, 2024
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Wonderful staff and service. Everything was explained in easy to understand terms. The doctor listened and showed real concern.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 02, 2024
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Dr Nerva took lots of time to explain every detail of my upcoming procedure. I do trust. This doctor would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 14, 2023
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Very nice staff. Clean facility. And I received great written directions to the hospital prior to my appointment. Appointment reminder nice job of letting out what would happen at the appointment and told me what to bring with. I really appreciate that.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 03, 2023
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Dr. Nerva saved mine and my daughters life he has from the moment we met shown nothing but concern and respect for my health and my family
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No results
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May 02, 2023
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Dr. Nerva performed my emergency brain surgery almost a year ago and I've been following up with him ever since. The one thing I appreciate most as a patient is that I've ALWAYS spoken directly with Dr. Nerva about my care. The amount of time he spends explaining my situation and detailing possible options, makes me feel like I'm his only patient (which I know is far from the truth) and this has allowed me to place all of my trust with his expertise. After all, he knows my brain way better than I do!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Apr 13, 2023
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I am always treated with respect and diligence. Dr Nerva is the best surgeon
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No results
What could be improved
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Mar 15, 2023
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Feeling Blessed
I was very upset to find out I had a brain aneurysm. I was given the name of Dr Nerva to go and see they got me in right away. They answered all my questions and explained what my options were. He put me at ease along with all his staff. Both time I went in for surgeries I felt nervous and anxious but he and his staff kept on reassuring me everything will be fine. I still have a long ways to go but I know I am in good hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Marla – Dec 21, 2022
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Dr Nerva was excellent, very concerned and willing to listen. Explained my condition and my options completely.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 21, 2022
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Excellent Suregon
Dr. Nerva performed a brain and spinal angiogram on me. The angio was to rule out a possible spinal dural av fistula found on my MRI. He listened to me and is very thorough. He's an excellent surgeon and has great bedside manner. You are in good hands with Dr. Nerva.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anna – Sep 10, 2022
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We met with Doctor Nerva in person and it went very well and Dr. Nerva did an extremely good job explaining what our next steps are
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Aug 03, 2022
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Very personal and complete.
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Feb 05, 2022
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Dr Nerva was very professional yet explained things in terms we could understand. He is passionate about helping his patients for what is best for them
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 13, 2022
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I highly recommend Dr Nerva. He’s been my dr for 3 years. He is very knowledgeable, professional, caring and kind and now that I’m 6 weeks post op, I can also say he’s very skilled in the operating room! Dr Nerva has a bedside manner that put me at ease. I knew I was in good hands when I went into surgery. Very thankful to find such an awesome Dr!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Evelyn Knighten – Nov 18, 2020
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I would recommend to anyone and trust him in their care!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
16 others found this helpful
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Feb 15, 2019
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He is very, very, very nice . Dr. Nerva is very knowledgeable and confident.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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Feb 01, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Neurosurgeons often see patients after receiving troubling and confusing news or after a life changing event like a stroke, brain hemorrhage or traumatic injury. It is an absolute honor and privilege to help patients and their families during this...read more

biography

Dr. Nerva is a fellowship-trained neurosurgeon who serves as Co-Director of Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Surgery at Tulane. He has interests in all areas of neurosurgery and specializes in cerebrovascular disease and stroke, brain tumors...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Washington

    Residency Hospital, 2017
  • Macquarie University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2016
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School

    Medical School, 2010
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Nerva is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    West Bend Health Center

    Neuroscience Institute – Specialty Clinics901 N 92nd St Milwaukee, WI 53226
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