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Efrain M Cancel

Efrain M Cancel, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryComprehensive Ophthalmology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adolescent 12-21
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Male

Clinical Interests

  • Ophthalmic plastic surgery
  • Ophthalmology
  • Orbital and reconstructive surgery

Locations

  1. Emplify Health La Crosse Ophthalmology

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Ophthalmology, 1991
  • Residency: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Ophthalmology, 1990
  • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, 1985

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 1991

Insurance

Search plans
  • 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

4.7 of 5 stars

231 Ratings, 62 Reviews

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2026

    Have always had excellent service from Dr. Cancel and his staff. That is why I keep coming back, if I didn't I would choose another facility.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2026

    Really was encouraged with this visit. Really explained in a way I could understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2026

    Staff was supportive, courteous, professional and assured that theyexplained things I had questions about.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2026

    I had a great experience with him. He took time looking at my eyes and was as happy with the results as I was. My only wish would have been to have pictures of before and after. The photographer was taking lunch so I left without it taken Dr. said it was OK because there weren't any issues so it wasn't really necessary. However I didn't explain I really wanted it done though. I LOVE the results.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2026

    It was great! Actually got to talk to people!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2026

    We had an answer for a nurse who was outstanding and everybody treated us really well and we were very satisfied and the instructions were great and his eye is doing really well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2026

    For us old Folks, the Digial portion of service is very confusing at times..!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2026

    Very cordial and happy to be there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2026

    The doctor took into account that I had a long drive and I didn't need to come back and see him to check if the infection was cleared up. (75 miles one way)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2026

    My experience was very positive in general. The only issue I have is that somewhere early on, I was told that I needed somebody to drive me to my appointment, but this was just a consult. And so to ask a friend to take 04 hours plus out of their day when it wasn't necessary was disappointing to say the least.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2026

    Excellent experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2026

    Love Gundersen/ Emplify. Definitely world class.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2026

    I had some difficulty understanding Dr. Cancel's explanation about my eye lids surgery. This was due to his speech accent, and talking fast. He wrote abbreviated words, on a face chart, describing things about the surgery, while he was talking, but I can't read some of the abbreviations, or remember, what he said. Otherwise, my appointment experience was good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2026

    Receptionist was great, appointment was a little late but not bad. Treatment by all was very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2026

    My appointment was set up through the Tomah VA. It is sure nice that veterans have a second opportunity for health care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2026

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2026

    Great experience. We'll satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2026

    Not happy with the billing dept. On a previous billing. Threatened with a debt collection notice while we were overcharged and Emplify tried to hide it. I want an explanation asap on this. I want a phone call not email. The reputation of this dept. Is terrible, a friend switched to Mayo because of this. I want answers!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2026

    The Dr was so awesome and he kept telling me that he was there to help me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2026

    Give them a raise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2026

    Very efficient, thorough, professional & personable!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    The whole team for my eye surgery were exceptionally caring and considerate. There was one male nurse who talked to me about my spirituality and put me at ease. They were all so professional and nice and made the experience feel calm...a great team!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    The tech who did eye testing was great. Provider was somewhat rude. Tech that set surgery date was ok.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2026

    He explained procedures well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    I was concerned about what was going on with my eye and the examination and care plan helped me feel less stressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    Dr Cancel is a friendly and skilled provider. I trust him completely. His assistant, Jill, is also friendly and knowledgeable. She is a plus for the eye team. My experiences are always great in this department. Bravo and well done.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/5/2026

    Dr. Cancel and his team are always supportive and informative. Explained everything that was going to happen in detail that a lay person could understand. Always make me feel very comfortable, that is why I keep coming back.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/5/2026

    The provider was rather curt and uncaring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2026

    Very satisfied.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/22/2026

    I followed Dr. Cancel from the Marshfield Clinic to the Gundersen Clinic. He is the best!! A number of his patients in Marshfield would love to have him back including the staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    You have something GREAT in this Dr. and his team. Special.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    The surgery that I had turned out good except for the one part where they had a cut of V in my eyelid and it still bothers me even though they've looked at it two or three times and I'm not very pleased with that. Thank you. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Very satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    Dr. Cancel explained the procedure very clearly using a diagram of the eye. I have complete confidence in him and his ability to perform the operation on my eye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2026

    Very good very good at explaining things

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2026

    Dr Cancel and his Team are amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Very good experience. Had a problem with virtual but probably was me getting use to using it.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Not the most easy person to communicate with. Showed very little emotion or what I would call real interest in my son. Certainly willing to try what was recommended (heated rice pack three times a day) to hopefully reduce cyst over eye, but if it doesn't work and continues to increase in size, I will continue to be concerned.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    I have had several appointments with Dr. Cancel. He has always been very kind and caring. I feel very fortunate to have had his help.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    Everyone was helpful and always asked if we understood or had questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    A very well department

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    It was all good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Cancel was awesome!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    My appointment schedule was on time and I was very satisfied with my treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    When you tell the building for appointments it would help to write the floor you should go to ck in hence waiting to ck in and you are on the wrong floor .

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    Felt like an assembly line

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    I talked to Dr. Cancel about two different procedures and at first we decided not to go with the brow lift, but I think I'm going to want to talk to him and go with that brow lift. So I'm going to need to speak to someone in a day or so. Thank you. Bye.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    The entire team of Dr. Cancel's was polite, professional, and caring. Hats off to the entire staff that was there to ease my nerves.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Very happy with my experience. I had one person who seemed a bit crabby, but not a big deal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Superb provider and assistant. My procedure went exactly as my provider explained. He had my full confidence and trust. I am very satisfied!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    The entire staff was empathetic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Appointment on time and there after.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    This was the first time I saw this provider and I was very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Dr. Cancel is the best!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    This was only my first time meeting this provider, but he was easy to talk to and very confident so that was refreshing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    If I could get sooner to get my eye procedure done. Have to wait until after the 1st of the year.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Hi, the doctor was a little brusque and I guess just very quick and short explanations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    Every thing that I ask about was answered in a very simple manner than you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    Dr. Cancel and staff were professional, efficient and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    I just trust everyone at the Gundersen group! I would definitely recommend them to people i know! I know everyone really cares about the patients and it does not get any better than that!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/5/2025

    Excellent care provided!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    I find it hard to find a place in my chart to get a cost read out of this procedure

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