Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County

82%

Patients that would definitely recommend
12% higher than the national average

Awards

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Hospital Quality Awards

Outstanding Patient Experience Awardâ„¢ (2019, 2018, 2017)

Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

Patient Safety Excellence Awardâ„¢ (2017)

Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

Safety Ratings

How well a hospital safeguards patients from potential complications

No events relating to foreign objects left in body during a surgery or procedure

2 ratings were worse than expected

  • Excessive bruising or bleeding as a consequence of a procedure or surgery
  • Bloodstream infection following surgery

1 rating was better than expected

9 ratings were as expected

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Hospital Quality

Clinical Ratings

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Data Source

Patient Experience

Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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82%

Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10
13% higher than the national average

82%

Would definitely recommend
12% higher than the national average

Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County

National Average

Communication with doctors

Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%86%81%

Communication with nurses

Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%85%78%

Communication about medicines

Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients

100%50%0%71%63%

Discharge Information

Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home

100%50%0%91%84%

Responsiveness of hospital staff

Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

100%50%0%72%66%

Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County

National Average

Quietness

Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

100%50%0%68%60%

Cleanliness

Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

100%50%0%89%73%

Providers

Dr. Per Anderas, MD

General Surgery

1 Ratings
Dr. Per Anderas, MD

Dr. Courtney Anderson, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. Courtney Anderson, DDS

Dr. William Ansa Otu, MD

Internal Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. William Ansa Otu, MD

Debra Arrowood, MS CCC

Speech-Language Pathology

Debra Arrowood, MS CCC

Dr. Paul Baek, MD

Neurosurgery

18 Ratings
Dr. Paul Baek, MD

Dr. Dovile Baniulis, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Dovile Baniulis, MD

Dr. David Bertler, MD

Dermatology

72 Ratings
Dr. David Bertler, MD

Dr. Ashwani Bhatia, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Ashwani Bhatia, MD

Dr. Jesse Borman, MD

Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Jesse Borman, MD

Dr. Jyoti Brar, MD

Internal Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Jyoti Brar, MD

Dr. Katie Buchholz, OD

Optometry

Dr. Katie Buchholz, OD

Dr. Mark Capriolo, MD

Internal Medicine

4 Ratings
Dr. Mark Capriolo, MD

Dr. Xinqian Chen, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

19 Ratings
Dr. Xinqian Chen, MD

Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

Dermatology

159 Ratings
Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

Dr. Jason DeVries, DPM

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

19 Ratings
Dr. Jason DeVries, DPM

Dr. Chad Denamur, DPM

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. Chad Denamur, DPM

Dr. Alfredo Diaz, MD

Internal Medicine

4 Ratings
Dr. Alfredo Diaz, MD

Dr. Carl Diraimondo, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

5 Ratings
Dr. Carl Diraimondo, MD

Dr. W Scott Dougherty, MD

Urology

5 Ratings
Dr. W Scott Dougherty, MD

Dr. Bradley Fedderly, MD

Family Medicine

5 Ratings
Dr. Bradley Fedderly, MD

Dr. Joseph Feder, MD

Ophthalmology

3 Ratings
Dr. Joseph Feder, MD

Dr. Steven Gainey, MD

Ophthalmology

Dr. Steven Gainey, MD

Dr. James Gapinski, MD

Sleep Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. James Gapinski, MD

Dr. Mark Gardon, MD

Neurosurgery

22 Ratings
Dr. Mark Gardon, MD

Dr. Barbara Gonzales, MD

Internal Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. Barbara Gonzales, MD

Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Dermatopathology

19 Ratings
Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Dr. Darren Heesacker, MD

Emergency Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Darren Heesacker, MD

Dr. Julia Hester-Diaz, MD

Family Medicine

4 Ratings
Dr. Julia Hester-Diaz, MD

Dr. Michael Hsie, MD

Radiation Oncology

Dr. Michael Hsie, MD

Dr. Brian Johnson, MD

Anesthesiology

Dr. Brian Johnson, MD

Dr. Rebecca Johnson, MD

General Surgery

4 Ratings
Dr. Rebecca Johnson, MD

Dr. Ajmal Kazman, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Ajmal Kazman, MD

Dr. Sany Khabbaz, MD

Clinical Neurophysiology

10 Ratings
Dr. Sany Khabbaz, MD

Dr. Alex Kocken, DC

Chiropractic

4 Ratings
Dr. Alex Kocken, DC

Dr. David Kuester, MD

Sports Medicine

14 Ratings
Dr. David Kuester, MD

Dr. Brian Laliberte, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Brian Laliberte, MD

Dr. Hye Chong Lambert, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

6 Ratings
Dr. Hye Chong Lambert, MD

Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dermatology

217 Ratings
Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Raul Mendoza-Ayala, MD

Critical Care Medicine

11 Ratings
Dr. Raul Mendoza-Ayala, MD

Dr. Paul Mihalakakos, MD

Anesthesiology

3 Ratings
Dr. Paul Mihalakakos, MD

Dr. William Morgan, MD

General Surgery

4 Ratings
Dr. William Morgan, MD

Dr. Bryan Mulheron, DO

Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy

7 Ratings
Dr. Bryan Mulheron, DO

Dr. Ryan Murphy, MD

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Ryan Murphy, MD

Dr. John Newman, MD

General Surgery

11 Ratings
Dr. John Newman, MD

Dr. Vannhu Nguyen, MD

Urology

1 Ratings
Dr. Vannhu Nguyen, MD

Dr. Craig Olson, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

21 Ratings
Dr. Craig Olson, MD

Dr. Christopher Painter, MD

Emergency Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Christopher Painter, MD

Dr. Benjamin Phillips, MD

Ophthalmology

1 Ratings
Dr. Benjamin Phillips, MD

Dr. Andrea Poulson-Port, MD

Family Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Andrea Poulson-Port, MD

Dr. Qamaruddin Qazi, MD

Nephrology

1 Ratings
Dr. Qamaruddin Qazi, MD

Dr. Douglas Rapisarda, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat

11 Ratings
Dr. Douglas Rapisarda, MD

Dr. Clint Rau, DDS

Pediatric Dentistry

2 Ratings
Dr. Clint Rau, DDS

Dr. David Rohde, MD

Radiation Oncology

4 Ratings
Dr. David Rohde, MD

Dr. Daniel Salinsky, MD

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Daniel Salinsky, MD

Dr. Jay Salmon, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Jay Salmon, MD

Dr. Thomas Saphner, MD

Internal Medicine

5 Ratings
Dr. Thomas Saphner, MD

Dr. Jeremy Scarlett, MD

Anesthesiology

33 Ratings
Dr. Jeremy Scarlett, MD

Dr. Brandon Scharer, DPM

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

17 Ratings
Dr. Brandon Scharer, DPM

Dr. Jeffrey Schroeder, DO

Internal Medicine

4 Ratings
Dr. Jeffrey Schroeder, DO

Dr. Michael Schuh, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

11 Ratings
Dr. Michael Schuh, DDS

Dr. Rajesh Sharma, MD

Gastroenterology

1 Ratings
Dr. Rajesh Sharma, MD

Dr. Glenn Smith, MD

Sports Medicine

1 Ratings
Dr. Glenn Smith, MD

Dr. Robert Sorensen, MD

Emergency Medicine

2 Ratings
Dr. Robert Sorensen, MD

Dr. John Starling III, MD

Dermatology

42 Ratings
Dr. John Starling III, MD

Dr. Nicholas Stephani, MD

Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Nicholas Stephani, MD

Dr. Paul Strait, MD

Emergency Medicine

3 Ratings
Dr. Paul Strait, MD

Dr. Steven Stroman, MD

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Steven Stroman, MD

Dr. Tresa Teehan, MD

Internal Medicine

6 Ratings
Dr. Tresa Teehan, MD

Dr. Cedric Thayer, MD

Internal Medicine

3 Ratings
Dr. Cedric Thayer, MD

Dr. Richard Theobald, MD

Internal Medicine

Dr. Richard Theobald, MD

Dr. Laura Vogel-Schwartz, MD

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Laura Vogel-Schwartz, MD

Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Dermatology

121 Ratings
Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Dr. Shawn Whitton, MD

Neurology

1 Ratings
Dr. Shawn Whitton, MD

Dr. Thomas Wilkins, MD

Pain Management

11 Ratings
Dr. Thomas Wilkins, MD

Dr. Francis Wolf, MD

Cardiology

2 Ratings
Dr. Francis Wolf, MD

Dr. Brian Woodbridge, MD

Internal Medicine

3 Ratings
Dr. Brian Woodbridge, MD

Dr. Andrew Yetter, MD

Hematology

5 Ratings
Dr. Andrew Yetter, MD

Dr. Steve Zent, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

5 Ratings
Dr. Steve Zent, DDS

Provider Reviews

Excellent care...thorough...caring. Highly recommend.

Nov 15 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Bertler is the perfect physician: He is caring; He remembers details from past appointments and most importantly he is knowledgeable and competent. Truly first class.

Nov 14 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Nov 14 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Great interaction and agreement on treatment needed.

Nov 14 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Appointment ran half hour late. They tend to overbook i believe. I do like Dr. Lewis. She did apologize for the wait

Nov 12 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Great, Dr. Wernli always explains what is being done and is very generous with her time during a visit.

in Cato, WI - Nov 11 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Nov 08 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

My visit with Dr. Hanson was professional, pleasant, and painless.

Nov 08 2019

Review for Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Nov 06 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

The ONLY doctor of dermatology I would recommend. You may go to him with COMPLETE confidence.

Nov 06 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

This was my first visit to a dermatologist. She was very informative. Both Dr. Lewis and her nurse were very efficient and made me feel very comfortable. igist

Oct 21 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

I have seen Dr. Lewis a few times over multiple years. She is one of the good ones. Each time she has walked through diagnosis and treatments very well so that I understand as a patient. She has a warm and welcoming bedside manner and I would recommend her.

Oct 14 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Always very thorough in his examination. Explains each procedure well and he was able to get me in for an unscheduled appointment on short notice.

Oct 11 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Professional and easy to work with. Cares about her patients.

Oct 08 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Speedy Professional Appointment. She is efficient yet friendly and explains what she intends to do and how she will do it. Staff is also extremely good with details and asking all questions.

Oct 08 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Oct 04 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Wernli is great! Friendly, puts me at ease and I feel very comfortable when there. I would and have recommended her to anyone looking for a dermatologist.

Oct 04 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Explains procedures and does not rush you through the appointment.

Oct 04 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

I actually like to go to the dermatologist because Dr. Wenli is so nice, caring, easy to talk to, and she makes a person feel importment as she has confidence.

Sep 20 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

I have been seeing Dr Hester for 20 + years and adore her she is hard to get into but she's the only doctor I want to go to. Simply put it she's the best!

Sep 20 2019

Review for Dr. Julia Hester-Diaz, MD

Dr. Bertler is the best. He is very careful and understands the importance of appearance.

Sep 19 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Dr. Lewis is exceptional and thorough. I appreciate her helpful advice.

Sep 17 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

She is the best ,explains everything and helps you through it. I wouldn’t have any other surgeon.

Sep 16 2019

Review for Dr. Rebecca Johnson, MD

Sep 15 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

Sep 13 2019

Review for Dr. Brian Woodbridge, MD

Complete satisfaction with Dr. Bertler's Moh's method treatment. Five Stars.

Sep 12 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Excellent exam and excellent Dr. patient communication.

Sep 12 2019

Review for Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Love this Doctor and her staff. I have been seeing her for a number of years. Worth the trip to Manitowoc.

in Kiel, WI - Sep 12 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Dr. Lewis is a fantastic dermatologist. Explains things thoroughly and took the time to answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend her!

Sep 06 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Very happy with Dr. Lewis. Feel she is doing a good job. Has fantastic patient/doctor relationship.

Aug 18 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

short wait to get in. explain things whats going on. and very up beat

Aug 06 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Dr. Lewis was recommended by my sister. I went for a skin check and was very pleased with the assessment and information. I will be back.

Jul 02 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Very thorough exam and careful explanation of her diagnosis.

Jun 21 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

I felt he had gone above and beyond with my visit. If he had a medical office, I would probably change him to my primary Doctor.

Jun 16 2019

Review for Dr. Paul Strait, MD

Very good doctor, good examination and explanations.

WI - Jun 13 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

Dr. Lewis has been advising me and doing treatments for several years. I like her thoroughness, concern and care options.

Jun 13 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Lewis is wonderful! Very thorough and attentive. I felt very much at ease.

in New London, WI - Jun 11 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Lewis is very professional and thorough plus has a wonderful bedside manner. I highly recommend Dr. Michelle Lewis.

in WI - Jun 09 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

I highly recommend Dr. Lewis. She is friendly and very professional.

in Appleton, WI - Jun 06 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Dr Lewis was very nice, knowledgeable and made me feel at ease about my concerns.

in Oshkosh , WI - Jun 05 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Dr. Lewis is friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Highly recommend her.

Appleton, WI - May 16 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

May 15 2019

Review for Dr. David Bertler, MD

Very professional thorough rules on the side of caution . Nursing staff wonderful

in Appleton , WI - May 15 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

All of my experiences with Dr Cihla have been great. I would recommend her.

May 15 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

May 14 2019

Review for Dr. Brandon Scharer, DPM

I have been seeing Dr. Hanson for about 5 years and have found him to be not only excellent in his field of medicine and he shows great respect for his patients.

May 09 2019

Review for Dr. Eric Hanson, MD

Treated my ward and team members with respect. Explained provisional diagnosis and plan of care. Offered suggestions for moving ahead that was efficient for all parties.

May 09 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Lewis, MD

Simply Outstanding. I have been seeing her for over 15 years

in Fall River, WI - May 07 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

My experience was very satisfactory,was there for my year check and will be back next year for my next one.

in Manitowoc, WI - May 03 2019

Review for Dr. Betsy Wernli, MD

Very satisfied with Dr. Cihla, but she has to move back to the north woods.

in Conover, WI - May 03 2019

Review for Dr. Michelle Cihla, MD

Location

Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc County

5000 Memorial Dr, Two Rivers, WI 54241

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