
David M Dawson, DPM
Foot and Ankle SurgeryPodiatry
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescent 12-21
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleClinical Interests
- Bunion correction
- Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy for plantar fasciitis
- Hammertoe repair
- Joint replacement surgery
- Nerve pathology surgery
- Reconstructive foot surgery
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Podiatry
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2427
- Emplify Health Onalaska Podiatry
- 3111 Gundersen Drive, Onalaska, WI 54650
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2427
- Emplify Health Whitehall Podiatry
- 18601 Lincoln Street, Whitehall, WI 54773
- Get Directions
- Phone: 715-538-4361
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Gundersen Medical Foundation, Podiatric Medicine/Surgery, 1998
- Medical School: William Scholl Colege Of Podiatric Medicine, 1995
Board Certifications
- Primary Podiatric Medicine: American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 2004
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Reviews
4.8 of 5 stars
215 Ratings, 49 ReviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2026
My second appointment with Dr Dawson .. excellent care and treatment plans
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2026
We frequently have appointments at the Onalaska Clinic and the appointment details show the floor. The Podiatry appointment did not contain this information on MyChart appointment details, so we had to stop at the Customer Service desk. My recommendation is to include the floor for Podiatry, for a better way finding experience.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2026
The provider walked in and never introduced himself. Never asked about me or what I did. I felt like I was just a number and rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2026
Everyone there so kind and respectful when you come in
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2026
Dr. Dawson was amazing. I've heard great things, and now I know they're true.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2026
Excellent appointment. Brief, and to the point.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2026
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2026
I appreciated the fact that prior to this in-clinic visit, Dr. Dawson was able to work with me via MyChart and get me going in the right direction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2026
Dr. Dawson is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2026
Dr Dawson was very efficient and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2026
Dr Dawson was really efficient and a great listener!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2026
Excellent visit. Procedure was quick and painless as expected, additionally was fitted with orthotics that have improved comfort while on my feet.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2026
Prompt excellent appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2026
You asked about my experience with Doctor David Dawson. I didn't even see him until his assistant a nurse practitioner was done treating my foot and he checked the nurse practitioners work, so I really can't give you any feedback about Doctor Dawson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2026
Dr. Dawson is an outstanding provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2026
Dr. Dawson is outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2026
Dr Dawson is wonderful! Great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2026
Everything went smoothly. In and out in a timely manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2026
Dr Dawson was excellent and I have already recommended him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2026
They were all outstanding, would come back if needed. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
Dr Dawson and his team were great! I was asked to schedule follow up appts and get crutches from the check out desk. The girl didn't seem to want to help me and said I could get the crutches when I come to another appointment and the doctors team would call me to schedule my post op follow up appointments. So now I will be calling back myself to get them scheduled when I could have had it all done already. I've been to several appointments lately and I must say the staff I have encountered at check in could certainly use some training on being warm and friendly at Gundersen/Emplify.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2026
Great people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2026
Very satisfactory. Staff was especially warm and caring when getting info from me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
No wait time very professional answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
There seems to be a glitch in your on-line registration process. Sometimes I can fill out the SS questions, sometimes they are not offered. Everytime i try to use the "I'm here" check in, it does not work. I also could not use the "travel" questions as it didn't recognize Minnesota when i tried to search for my locations, let alone Curacao.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
All staff were professional, very courteous, and explained things so I understood. Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Both Dr Dawson and the nurse were very nice and helped my appointment go well, Thank you !!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2026
I've seen this provider many many times, and he never remembers me, my name, or my medical history.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Just keep up the good work. I'll never go anywhere else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
My sister set up the appointment, so I cannot comment on how smoothly that was done, but from the moment I walked in to the podiatry area, I was treated as a person with respect and care throughout my visit. Doctor Dawson is awesome and every member of the staff who assisted my visit was engaged, responsive, and focused on assisting me.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
I had a very early appointment and I thought i would get my treatment done that day and my insurance probably won't pay for this visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Dr. Dawson, pct and nurse, all were so caring and knowledgeable. So important!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Knowledgeable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr. Dawson & others helping were great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
I appreciated the efficiency with being seen on time, the medial assistant was pleasant and Dr. Dawson outlined options for my medical situation. Another awesome experience at Gundersen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Professional staff, polite site bed manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2026
Dr. Dawson and his assistant, I believe her name was Erin, were fantastic. They really helped me out with my bad right foot. So I appreciate getting in there and getting to see him. And he is a wonderful doctor. Don't ever get rid of him. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr. Dawson is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
This visit was efficient yet thorough. Very pleased
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Thanks so very much much for all the support everyone gave m
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
GREAT AS ALWAYS!!
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
The dock was good... But seemed to be in a rush to get off to his next appointment. I expect they have to see a lot of patients in a short period of time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Very good Dr. & asst.. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Dawson is thorough and very experienced, also very pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Listened
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr. Dawson and his resident student were awesome! Great bed side manner and answered our questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
It was refreshing to be able to resolve my medical issue at the initial visit, instead of having to wait 2-3months to get another appointment for an in-office procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Everyone was great from the from front desk lady with the great glasses to Dr Dawson and his nurse. We just moved here from Texas so thank you for being so kind.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
I think it would be beneficial to allow patients to make appointments in MyChart with providers and departments they have not been to before.