
Michael B Stitgen, MD
Hand and Wrist Orthopedic Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout
Personal Statement
My hobbies include running, skiing, playing board games and cooking.
Clinical Interests
- Arthritis
- Fracture treatment
- Joint reconstruction
- Peripheral nerve injuries
- Tendon injuries
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Orthopaedics
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- Phone: 608-775-2276
- Emplify Health Winona Orthopaedics
- 1122 West Highway 61, Winona, MN 55987
- Get Directions
- Phone: 507-454-8700
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University Of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics, Orthopedic Surgery, 2023
- Medical School: The Ohio State University College of Medicine, 2018
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
4.9 of 5 stars
136 Ratings, 45 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 9/19/2026
It was a very good experience, everyone was very caring and interested in how you were. It was good to get help with my hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2026
Dr Stitgen was seen for a neuro consultation / examination following EMG for possible compression syndrome. He has an excellent chair side manner. He listened intently to my history. Additional testing was advised after the exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2026
the best doc. he is very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2026
Doctor is a very good listener I think he understood my wanting to maintain activities. He gave clear explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2026
I really need the dr to fill out the short term disability paperwork I had faxed over
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2026
Dr Stitgen was very thorough and encouraging! He didn't try to get me to do a procedure that wouldn't help! I was very pleased with his assessment!! Please thank him again for me!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2026
Great Doctor! I was called early and procedure was done in the office. Very pleased with the care I received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2026
The time was taken to explain al possible options. Dr. made sure I understood the entire process. It was very refreshing to leave feeling all options were discussed and considered. I am very happy with the all aspects of the experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2026
The doctor is great. Very friendly and thorough.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2026
Both the resident and the doctor were exceedingly kind and listened well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2026
I thank him for answering all of my questions, he did more things to my hand that WinMed never did. Mentioned my dequiervein surgeries. WINN MED NEVER DID. Thank-you for attention to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2026
Everything was 100% perfect.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2026
The Doctor was very prompt and I did not have to wait for his arrival.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2026
Dr Stitgen did an excellent job explaining my injury I had to my finger and the treatment going forward. He was very nice and easy to talk with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2026
The check-in process and the promptness of the staff was exceptional. We had a very efficient, thorough, and professional care. Dr. Stitgen was very courteous, professional, and provided overall good instructions, and we had an excellent experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2026
Pleased with everything. Do not have to wait long before surgery!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2026
This was a follow-up office visit with Dr. Stitgen and he was very upfront and very easy to understand. We talked about different options and together we formulated a plan going forward. I was very satisfied with his demeanor. Very good doctor. I appreciate it and I would definitely recommend him to anybody else. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2026
Very polite and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2026
Dr. Stitgen was wonderful. He was very caring, knowledgeable, thoughtful and understanding. He took his time with me and that was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2026
Dr. Stitgen is a wonderful provider-I appreciate his calm and measured approach. He takes into consideration all options and presented a very workable plan of treatment...least invasive options first. A win-win for this patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2026
All good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2026
Unfortunately the answers to my problem will not work for me. I'll try a tens unit but am unable to have a cortisone injection. The doctor was very nice and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2026
I was one of Dr Stitgen's first patients at Emplify Health and I was impressed with him then and continue to be so. He's skilled, explains things thoroughly but most importantly, he is compassionate and caring. I am thankful you have him on staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2026
Dr. Stitgen is an excellent doctor!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2026
Dr. Stitgen took the time to discuss other options and gave me some things to think about. Much appreciated. Thanks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2026
Dr. Stitgen is a fantastic doctor. He was kind, courteous, and took time to understand my concerns and discuss a beneficial treatment plan. We are so lucky to have a caring physician such as Dr. Stitgen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Dr. Stitgen was mostly very good, but he did say I could resume regular activity the day following my cortisone shot when in actuality I probably should have taken it easy. As a result, my recovery from the shot took a little longer. I would recommend that he advise patients to use a little more caution following the shot in the future.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2026
Everything was fine, Except your billing practices.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2026
Dr Stitgen was very thorough and explained things very well so I could understand things and make a decision on what to do with my hand. He was very kind and polite.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2026
Very pleasant staff in all departments I encountered.Good explanations from staff before and after procedures.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Dr. Stitgen is a newer physician. He is very personable, direct, and doesn't make me feel rushed at all. Dr. Stitgen explained options, risks and benefits, alternative treatments. I am grateful to Dr. Stitgen and his staff for seeing my so quickly. THANK YOU!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2026
Totally impressed with the doctors, and staff in the department. My visit with Dr Sriter made me realize the high caliber of the younger professionals at the clinic. Have total confidence in the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Stitgen was amazing. He explained everything to me and what to expect . His nurse was so kind explaining
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
I can no longer check in digitally because I'm with VA and it doesn't show in check. In app and will not take a id number. I was always able to do this until the recent merger.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Everything was very good. Check-in was a bit shaky and coming out to schedule more things. Signage needs to be posted from people coming out. The staff seemed very disgruntled that we come out of the offices and go there instead of going into a line. So if that is the expectation, that should be posted. Thanks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Dr Mike and team are the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Michael Stitgen was personable, professional, and made me very comfortable. He was clearly knowledgeable, and was able to communicate issues, treatments, risks, etc. with me very clearly. I really liked him! I cannot say enough about how GOOD this experience was. P.S. The staff that assisted? I could say the exact same things!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Excellent doctor. Explained things very well. Honest,kind and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr Stitgen did my husband's surgery, piecing his shattered wrist back together and did a great job. We are very impressed with him. He is very personable and explains things very well. He took my concerns seriously and listened well. I would highly recommend him to anyone. My friends and family already know how much we appreciate Dr Stitgen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Appreciate everything and everyone involved. The pain in my hand is gone! Just have to continue recovering!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Everyone was friendly, prompt, and I was pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Fast ...great service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Explains everything clearly and with an easy communication style!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
They were all very respectful and professional