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Michael W Doerrler

Michael W Doerrler, DO

Neurology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Clinical Interests

  • Headache medicine

Locations

  1. Emplify Health La Crosse Neurology

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Loyola University Medical Center, 2018
  • Residency: Loyola University Medical Center, Neurology, 2017
  • Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University, 2013

Board Certifications

  • Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2017

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

4.9 of 5 stars

95 Ratings, 39 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 9/3/2026

    Dr Doerrler is the best doctor that I have ever had. Hands down. He takes the time to address all of your concerns and thoroughly knows his field of medicine. He explains all of the options available, gives you a choice, explains what to do if the medicine makes me feel not ok. Then explains what the other options would then be. He is simply the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2026

    The doctor visit was all excellent!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2026

    Dr. Doerrler and the MA were great to work with. I trust Dr. Doerrler with my health issues. He takes the time to discuss my meds, medical chart and discuss any issues or concerns I may have. As well as perform checks (eyes, reflexes, etc.) to verify that nothing has changed since my last appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2026

    Dr Doerrler is fantastic! He is very thorough and always does what is best for me. He has helped my migraines immensely.

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

    Dr. Doerrler is an excellent physician and truly embodies what Emplify stands for. He always listens and works hard to help improve my quality of life in terms of managing my chronic medical condition. He deserves a raise and I am so thankful that he is at the Emplify Health System.

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

    Dr. Doerrler is a fantastic doctor. In addition to helping my migraines 100%, he will address any related health concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2026

    He is an excellent neurologist and willing to address issues as they come up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2026

    I was very pleased with doctor on my visit that he explained things and had options for my headaches that I have and I'm going to be coming back for Botox and he explained that very well. He's always, I'm just thankful that I was sent to him and the staff were very well. It's just that he is very full with patients and he does very well with the amount of patients that he sees and we're very pleased with, I still say Gundersen. Thank you.

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

    Awesome provider!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2026

    I always get a lot of respect and courtesy on my visits. Everyone is so very nice and respectful and since I am legally blind, they make sure I know where I'm going and where everything is.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2026

    Great doctor, very caring and knowledgeable. Gives very personalized care. Highly recommended.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2026

    Dr doerrler is so caring and he gives you his full attention to try and do whatever it takes to help. He's very thorough and is always trying to come up with the solution

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2026

    Providing a clinical diagnosis based on poor quality of a very expensive MRI is not very credible.

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

    Dr. Doerrler is a wonderful provider. He listens to my concerns and provides great feedback. I'm grateful he's my neurologist.

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

    Dr Doerrler is one of the best doctors that I have ever had and most certainly knows how to best handle my headaches. I trust him with my care completely. He had a student with him and that gentleman also was very intelligent and seemed to know more about my overall problems and how to help me than most of the doctors I have seen for years at Gundersen. He came in and talked to me before Dr Doerrler came into the room. I would trust him with my care as well.

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

    I am always seen on a timely manor and the staff is very friendly and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2026

    Thank you Dr. Doerrler for the attention you gave me during my visit. It's not every day that one feels both seen and heard, but Dr. Doerrler is great about taking time to discuss concerns & review options. I appreciate you and your team.

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

    Thankful for care I have received

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2026

    Outstanding physician! Very efficient and complete in his exams and explanations. His MA was also very kind and attentive. Thanks for a great experience!

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

    Dr. Doerrler has been probably the best doctor that I have encountered, especially dealing with all of my migraines. He listens to me and he figures out the root or trying to figure out the root cause of it all. He is very fast and prompt with any MyChart messages and he truly is a doctor that looks out for the best of his patients and if there's any insurance like troubles, he has no problem fighting them so that his patients can get the best care that they can.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2026

    Dr. Doerrler always takes the time to explain everything to his patients in detail. He is patient and provides very detailed information on all treatment plan of care options to a patient. Making sure all your questions or concerns are answered. I trust him 100 percent with all my health care needs.

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

    Dr. Doerrler always takes time to listen and creates a well thought out care plan! He is ready to do whatever it takes to ensure my medical needs are met for the best possible outcome.

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

    Changes on the online registration are sometimes difficult. Dr. Doerrler is the best neurologist I have found. Definitely could use more like him. He listens to your concerns and is always willing to find another option if he can. I've never once felt dismissed or that I wasn't important.

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

    Very helpful if I didn't understand they patiently helped

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    The digital My Chart interface is not perfect but my doctor is excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    My appointment went very well and all of my concerns were addressed. Very grateful for the care provided by all of the neurology staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    Doctor Michael Dorrrler is an amazing physician and staff members are wonderful to work with .I travel from far just to see him his bedside manner is amazing and so knowledgeable. Thank you .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Dr. Doerrler is the best provider and I cannot say enough good things about him and the level of care, professionalism, and knowledge he provides.

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

    He is an amazing doctor that looks at multiple aspects that could be impacting my migraines.

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

    My husband & I were extremely satisfied with the doctor. And all the nurses. He was so appreciated. Thank you

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

    One of the most frustrating experiences I had there was dealing with some older patients. They didn't care if you were already in line waiting for checkout for 10 minutes. They acted like being old meant they could cut in front of everyone and get their work done first. I don't like that at all. Being old doesn't make it right to skip the line. I love tho say In the USA in general, it feels more like businesses care more than patients care if we have to talk about paying bills ore cost off using a room to get your exam :)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Dr. Doerrler continues to be an excellent provider. My migraines have been greatly decreased under his care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Providers and staff did a fantastic job as always, no complaints. However, on an administrative level, it's inconvenient for the patients and providers that the procedure is now separated from the check up visit. I now have to come for 2 appts on 2 separate occasions. Please combine them like before as it was more efficient and easier for patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    My Doctor is very caring and ask questions and listens when I asked questions and let me know if I think of anything else in the up coming days to just call

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Excellent thorough exam explaining everything about my symptoms during my ER experience. He went into great detail about what my options are for migraine headaches and high blood pressure. I'm grateful to have such a knowledgeable and kind doctor. If you would like to have more information I would be happy to talk with you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Using "MyChart" in the hospital proper, is never easy; specially when there is already a lot of people / patients using the Guest Wi-Fi. The cellular network service is also terrible but that is due to the construction of the hospital. I would like to see more broadband available for patients and people in the hospital buildings. That is just me. Aside from that, excellent personal experience with the medical staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Always so informative and compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr Doerrler is an extremely intelligent, caring provider. I trust him 100% with my care. I wish I would have been referred to him many years ago. I don't know why other doctors I have worked with don't know the medication options to help with migraine/headache/pain. He has helped me so much. My life is becoming livable...enjoyable...and I can function day to day without just suffering through it like I have for decades.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Literally was asked ALL the same questions at check in as was asked on the e-check in before the appointment. I get being asked if exposed to anyone sick just before appointment as things could change. But to be asked all the other questions again is really a waste of time. And why couldn't the liaison schedule the next appointment themselves instead of having to call yet another person?

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