
Jason K Waddell, DO
Neurosurgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Neurosurgery
- 724 Denton Street, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-9000
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute, Neurological Surgery, 2013
- Residency: Bromenn Healthcare, Neurological Surgery, 2012
- Medical School: University of Pikeville, 2006
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, 2014
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
4.1 of 5 stars
73 Ratings, 30 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 11/6/2026
They have an excellent medical team, very excellent and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2026
dr Waddell did a great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2026
I appreciate the knowledge of Dr Waddell. Good explanations . Was able to arrange a quick surgical date.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2026
I am a nurse x 26 + years and have worked alongside hundreds of physicians over the years. I can see what physicians are good at their job vs. those who are phenomenal. Dr. Waddell stands out! He is phenomenal! I feel so heard! He explained everything during our consult in a way he made sure i understood and completely explained everything to me . He showed me my MRI imaging and the pathophysiology of what was happening to me so that I could understand. I left my consult knowing exactly what was going on and with complete confidence he is more than capable of caring for me going forward! He even walked me out to the waiting room! I am so impressed by his knowledge and professionalism!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2026
My Doctor was very easy to talk to and explain things to me so I may understand and informed me of what is going on very well. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2026
Dr Waddell is a fine person and I trust him with my whole life
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2026
Dr. Waddell left me feeling confident with my upcoming procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2026
Thank you
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2026
Provider knew nothing about my case, provided nothing for follow up care, and overall seemed to not want to bother. Will be seeking a second opinion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2026
Doctor Waddell reviewed my recent tests with me. He was familiar with my history. Explained options I could pursue and possible outcomes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2026
I feel confident with Dr. Waddell's plan. He was straight forward and to the point on my surgical plan. He seemed genuinely caring and focused on getting me to feel better and regain my independence and livelihood.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2026
Poor communication between providers resulting in an unnecessary appointment with the wrong provider. Lack of bedside manner in Waddell; perhaps he should stay in the OR with anesthesized patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2026
I was satisfied with my visit and he was very nice to talk to. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2026
I appreciated the efficiency, and kind helpfulness of the staff from way finders to check-in clerk to nurse . Dr Waddell was very brisk and quick with his diagnoses. His manner was evasive but when pressed with more questions on the treatment he answered all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/29/2026
My Doctor and the entire staff at Gunderson LaCrosse are great. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/29/2026
The valet service was a God send considering the reason I was there, and my driver was my mother, who has a difficult time with distances. Everyone was pleasant from the valet to registration rep to the nurse, doctor, etc.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
I found the staff mostly very congenial and nice and caring, and I found the doctor to be rather arrogant and not helpful. I felt like he didn't understand why I was there and really was hoping that I would leave quickly. I didn't care for him at all. Thank you.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr needs to take time to explain benefits and options better. Kept asking me what I wanted, and I was hoping he would explain benefits of having surgery. Hopefully follow up will go better. Dr was polite, just didn't seem to want to explain in detail
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr Waddell explained things very well & what to expect after the surgery. Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Dr. Waddell was very courteous, empathetic, knowledgeable, and thorough in his explanation of what my MRI revealed of my back issues. He explained what my option were and what I should do next. Very pleasant experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
It was ok
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
good great advice concerning my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Happy with care, and only have to wait 2 weeks for my surgery
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
I could have gotten better advice from a bartender than I did from waddell. Even my wife commented about how inconsiderate he was.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
The check-in at the place was easy. And the nurse that came out later and picked me in was courteous. And when the doctor come in, I think he could have had a better attitude. I don't know if he was busy or what, but I never seen a doctor just kind of want to get in and out and done so fast. And took my paperwork that I had, told me I only needed the one paper for going back to work. And he took everything that I had. And I explained to him he only needed the one paper. And he still kept everything. And I told the checkout desk when I got done what they did. And he didn't really know what to do about it. And it just took forever to check out when I got out there because they're short-staffed, I suppose, on the check-out side.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
The experience surrounding my appointment exceeded expectations (no wait for scheduling, gracious check-in, great directions ahead of appointment). The appointment itself was odd. At times our conversation was helpful, but at times I felt not closely listened to. There was a marked lack of eye contact from the provider, which made me feel disconnected (even though I know other people who struggle with eye contact while talking or listening). My brain told me not to worry about it, but my emotional self felt dismissed.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
The provider I heard is excellent at surgery however his bedside manner during the appointment was horrible. He is very disrespectful.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
The neurosurgeon did not even introduce himself to me or my husband. He did not acknowledge canceling my appointment last week the day of the appointment. He seemed hurried and annoyed with our valid questions. His approach caused me to feel that I am worried about a fairly good size brain tumor for no reason at all. He did not inquire about any symptoms other than double vision and drooping eye. He completely dismissed my increase in headaches.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
I left in tears with no direction on how to get the issues I have addressed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Very good appointment with this provider. He seems to really want to help me.