Nathan Zwagerman, MD, FAANS

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Neurosurgery
Associate Professor
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Neurosciences – Froedtert Hospital Clinic

I believe that treating patients is more than simply treating the problem they present with. Patients often come to my clinic with a new diagnosis and with complex histories that make each patient unique. The best way to treat each patient is to discover what is important in their lives, educate about the presenting problem, and formulate a treatment strategy that takes all of these things together to arrive at a treatment plan. Each patient needs to be evaluated independently to arrive at a unique treatment for each patient.

I believe that treating patients is more than simply treating the problem they present with. Patients often come to my clinic with a new diagnosis and with complex histories that make each patient…
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About

Nathan T. Zwagerman, MD, joined the faculty at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 2017 after completing his residency and fellowship training at the university of Pittsburgh. He completed his undergraduate studies at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, MI while majoring in Psychology. He completed his medical training at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. He was born and raised on a family farm in West Michigan.

Dr. Zwagerman completed a two year fellowship in endoscopic endonasal pituitary and endoscopic and open skull base surgery. His research has been focused on evaluating patient outcomes after endoscopic skull base surgery and developing improved techniques to repair injured peripheral nerves.

Dr. Zwagerman received the Student's Golden Heart Award as a 4th year medical student as voted on by his peers for his work in research and his volunteer activity. In 2016, He was awarded the American Association of Neurological Surgeons Synthes Skull base award for his work with Dr. Paul Gardner for a randomized controlled trial of lumbar drain placement after endoscopic skull base surgery. More recently, in 2017 he was awarded the American Association of Neurological Surgeons first place poster for peripheral nerve.

Overview

Treatment & Services

CSF Leak Repair
Cushing’s Surgery
Endonasal Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
Gamma Knife Surgery
Microvascular Decompression
Minimally Invasive Cranial Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Multi-Corridor Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Skull Base Tumor Surgery
Virtual Visit

Diseases & Conditions

Acoustic Neuroma
Arachnoid Cyst
Brain Tumors
Colloid Cyst
Craniopharyngioma
Cushing's Syndrome
Dermoid Cyst
Encephalocele
Epidermoid Cysts
Hemifacial Spasm
Meningioma
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pineal Cysts
Pituitary Tumors
Schwannoma
Trigeminal Neuralgia

Ages Seen

Infant
Child
Adolescent
Adult
Senior

Languages Spoken

English

Hospital Affiliations

Froedtert Hospital
Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital

Locations

Neuroscience Center – Specialty Clinics

Education & Training

Wayne State University School of Medicine - Detroit - MI - Doctor of Medicine - (2010)

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - PA - Fellowship in Endoscopic and Open Cranial Base Surgery - (2014-2016)

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - PA - Residency in Neurological Surgery - (2011-2017)

Board Certifications

Neurological Surgery

Patient Reviews

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Ratings

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I can not say enough good things about Dr. Zwagerman and his entire staff. They were very kind, empathetic, and good communicators. Dr listened to my concerns and addressed each of them and I left there with a better understanding of my situation. I left Dr.'s office with relief and satisfaction that I had gotten answers addressed and a plan. I have since recommended him to others.
Friendly and positive
This doctor was knowledgeable and very good and made me feel relaxed during our discussion .
Doctor and staff are very professional and polite and willing to listen and answer any questions you may have.
Both of my Doctors treated me with respect, confidence, and competency to perform my surgery.
The Physician Asst., was very thorough, She took time to listen to my concerns, as she offered information about the x-rays she had in front of her. She took her time and didn't rush. She was very kind, with a good spirit.
Excellent
Everything was Great
I was very very happy with the doctors info and the care he wanted for me.
Dr z is the best!
Dr and NP were attentive and caring !
Thank you. You and your staff are the best.
Exceptional care, knowledge and support
Everything was great from phone calls, access to staff to provider conversations. It was informative and yet not overwhelming.
Dr. Was very personable and addressed all questions I had.
Dr Zwaggerman picked up on the fact that my Mum (the patient) has progressing dementia and made the call that this would be her final visit with him pertaining to his removal of his meningioma 4.5 years ago. As her daughter and primary caregiver, I appreciated this SO MUCH. Mum has loved the doctor and hearing little snippets of his growing up on a Michigan farm. I will miss escorting Mum to see him, yet thankful he now calls Wisconsin home. We posted about him on Facebook after Mum's appointment and Froedtert Liked it, which tickled Mum. Thank you to everyone for all the care Mum has received out there during this journey.
Treatment was very rewarding
Dr. Zwagerman and team are GREAT!
Waste of time, waited over 90 minutes for him to tell us it was nothing and not causing her symptoms when he could have messaged her primary and told our doctor that and saved us money time and a trip. No one came in and said it would be 90 minutes. He said she had "bad luck" was dismissive and rude. No answers to what might be causing her headaches and vision issues. No concern she was a 3x cancer survivor and never read her chart. Would never see him or recommend him. Awful experience for someone who has seen a hundred medical personnel over 25 years.
Dr. Zwagerman was not understanding of my debilitating symptoms and the fact that my imaging results show my shunt is not functioning. He did not recommend surgery to repair my shunt nor did he recommend any other options. He completely dismissed my pain and my concerns. He did not include me in my own plan of care, just his own opinion, which is to do absolutely nothing to help me.
Doctor did t seem to care. I was a waste of time
Thank you for the excellent care.
Very knowledgeable and took their time. Did not rush us
I had excellent treatment. I got there early and was out before my actual appointment time.
Top quality care!
A wonderful, very caring physician. So kind and patient. I highly recommend him.
Everyone is so very professional and caring. Dr Zwaggerman is so wonderful and genuinely cares about his patients
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