Rose Franco, MD

Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease , Sleep Medicine
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I believe in comprehensive patient-centered care. I want to work with patients to determine how the pulmonary or sleep disorder that they have is impacting their overall health and wellbeing. I strive to be the provider that can help improve their quality of life through addressing these conditions.

I believe in comprehensive patient-centered care. I want to work with patients to determine how the pulmonary or sleep disorder that they have is impacting their overall health and wellbeing. I strive…
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About

Dr. Franco joined the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network in 2003. She provides clinical care, is the associate director of the adult cystic fibrosis program and is a nationally known expert in sleep disorder care. Additionally, she is actively involved in teaching at the Medical College of Wisconsin and training future physicians in residency and fellowship programs. As part of this, she directs the training of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellows.

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Overview

Treatment & Services

Bronchoscopy
Evaluation of Pap Equipment
Post-COVID Pulmonary
Pulmonary Function Test Interpretation
Sleep Study Interpretation
Ventilator Set Up and Maintenance
Virtual Visit

Diseases & Conditions

Asthma
Bronchiectasis
Chronic Lung Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Cystic Fibrosis
Insomnia
Muscular Dystrophy Related Respiratory Insufficiency
Narcolepsy
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Parasomnias
Pulmonary Embolism
Restless Leg Syndrome

Ages Seen

Adult
Senior

Languages Spoken

English

Hospital Affiliations

Froedtert Hospital
Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital
Pulmonary Medicine - Center for Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

Education & Training

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - WI - Doctor of Medicine - (1991)

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - WI - Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine - (1994-1997)

Medical College of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - WI - Residency in Internal Medicine - (1991-1994)

Board Certifications

Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Sleep Medicine

Patient Reviews

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Ratings

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It was one of the best and most informative appointments I have ever had. The Fellow was excellent and Dr. Franco is my best and favorite doctor.
I'm not real knowledgeable when it comes to technology. Had trouble connecting and had visual but no sound so Dr. Franco called my cell phone allowing us to have sound with the visual. Don't know what I did wrong but I liked having the convenience of a virtual visit.
First visit with Dr Franco. She was awesome and provided many different options for my treatment. Listened well to all my concerns.
Great service.
Dr. Franco was excellent. She was very thorough with her explanations regarding my RLS and current research practices about medications. She provided several options for me to explore to treat my RLS. I trust her completely and am so grateful to have found her. She was patient, understanding and took the time to answer my questions/ concerns. I would highly recommend her to others.
Dr Franco is an amazing Pulmonologist. She explains the disease process thoroughly, giving treatment plan options that work. Prior MD's that treated me did not.
Dr Franco is a GREAT Dr. She understands and listens well to my current problems with Parkinson's Disease and my Lung/Breathing process. Dr Franco said that all is going well and released me from continual care. If ever I have a Pulmonary problem - to reach out to her.
Dr. Rose Amy Franco is phenomenal, we need more Doctors like her, it is stressful at times when seeing drs. The professionalism with her compassion is awesome...
I have experienced care at 5 different adult CF clinics and this one is exceptional. The way they work together and with other specialties, the way they work to ease my treatment burden or find something new/different that will work for me and my life is excellent. It is surprising how often their care comes up in conversation and my gratefulness for the opportunity to be cared for here.
Dr. Franco is most impressive. She's knowledgable, she cares and is just a high quality human being.
Doctor Franco saved my life with her expertise about Cystic Fibrosis-THANK YOU!!!
Great
We discussed masks and settings. She gave me a new mask kit. The mask is showing promise. This was most helpful.
Dr Franco is very attentive..takes her time
Good communication with Dr. Franco, who did an excellent job of answering questions and providing additional information.
Dr. Franco answered my questions and was very kind.
An incredible experience with a Doctor who was thorough, caring, and listened.
I had a wonderful experience with Dr Franco and am so grateful to her for listening, providing thorough explanations in a kind and digestible manner, listing options, and making me feel heard and cared for. The whole team was also wonderful, including the front desk staff. There was someone new working at the desk who was doing great and was exceptionally kind as well as the team member helping her
First time meeting Dr Franco. I would highly recommend her.
Very receptive to helping me through crisis periods
No everything was great
Dr. Franco is awesome. She listens carefully and never makes you feel rushed. I liked the respect I was shown-I'm old enough to be her grandmother. Respect means great deal to Seniors. Thank you
Dr. Franco always has a clear, concise plan to keep me healthy. I appreciate her dedication and would recommend her to anyone needing pulmonary care.
Dr Franco has been my provider for several years. I can freely recommend her. She listens, reviews my data, and consults with me; I feel listened to and heard. Her staff is efficient and courteous.
Dr Franco is a really good doctor. When I first when to see her she recommended a change to a different type of sleep apnea machine -- this worked wonders for me.
I did not feel hurried. Dr listened to my issues, explained results of all tests and future plans for my care
Dr Franco is an outstanding dr. He has the best suggestions for solving both my severe asthma and sleeping problems
She was great and help me relax regarding my concerns
This was my first virtual visit that I've ever done and it was pretty easy. Dr. Franco treated it like any other visit and answered all my questions and concerns.
I was very impressed by the health care I received from Dr Rose F and all of the nurses. A very knowledgeable and caring group of nurses and doctors. Especially Dr rose F (I wish I could get back to a place in this Where I could see her last name). She was one of most thorough doctors I have ever consulted. She explained everything to me in a very well and was very helpful and personable. She turned a visit to the doctor that I. Ever wanted to have into a very non threatening experience. I could not be more pleased with the care I received.
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