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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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
Froedtert and the Medical College are great institutions we are fortunate to have in Wisconsin
Dr Zwagerman & his entire staff are super!
Very informative and he truly cares
Everyone at the neurology center is top of the line, from check-in to Dr Z himself.
Dr. Zwagerman exceeded my expectations for this visit.
Dr zwagerman was excellent, very informative and projected a positive high energy personality.
Doctor was very nice, responsive to questions and concerns. Presented me with options, possible course of treatment if ever needed, and a plan for watching a possible concern. I'm very happy with the information I was given, and my care.
The doctor was prepared and thoughtful. He presented all options of treatment thoroughly and concisely.
Everything went well with my visit
The best doctor
Dr Zwagerman is a wonderful doc. He listened to my concerns and I didn't feel rushed.
They set up an appointment for me even though it's three years out. That's wonderful.
Saw PA. Answered my questions Went well
Dr Zwagerman was outstanding. He really listened to me and spent a lot of time with me. His PA was also great
Excellent work by all-coordinated efforts between colleagues, communication with me tremendous throughout the visit. Thanks to all.
Very personable. Explained everything very clearly and answered all questions.
I never had a problem with my provider. He is wonderful and got me back on track with my health.
Dr. Zwagerman is a an amazing doctor. He is genuine in caring for his patients. I entered the appointment with many questions and left feeling very confident in the care that I was receiving. Thank you so much.
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