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Dr. Travis Smith, MD

General Surgery*
2.3 (3)
Map Pin Small La Crosse, WI
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Travis Smith, MD

Dr. Travis Smith, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in La Crosse, WI. They specialize in General Surgery, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. Dr. Smith, completed a residency at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Smith an average 2.3 star rating.

Dr. Smith works at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI with other offices in Friendship, WI and Onalaska, WI. They frequently treat conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Smith's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Gundersen Pharmacy
    1836 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (608) 782-7300
  2. 2
    Gundersen Air
    1900 South Ave, La Crosse, WI 54601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (608) 782-7300
  3. 3
    Moundview Family Clinic Friendship
    402 W Lake St, Friendship, WI 53934 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (608) 339-3331
  4. 4
    Gundersen Pharmacy
    3111 Gundersen Dr, Onalaska, WI 54650 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (608) 775-0055

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  • Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center

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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones

Treatment frequency



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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Appendicitis
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Biopsy of Breast
Colectomy
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Wedge Resection Colon
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Cortex Neoplasms
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Esophageal Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Ischemic Colitis
Kidney Cancer
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neurofibrosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peritoneal Cancer
Pheochromocytoma
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Prostate Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy
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Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Distal Pancreatectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Liver Biopsy
Liver Surgery
Lumpectomy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Whipple Procedure
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1740443803
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Oregon Health Sciences University - SurgOnc/HPB
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Gundersen Lutheran Health System
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University Of Wisconsin / Lacrosse
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Smith has seen patients for Cholecystitis and Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Smith on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

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