
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescents (ages 12-17)
- Adults (ages 18-64)
- Geriatrics (ages 65+)
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Michael McGauley
Dr. Michael McGauley is a board-certified general surgeon with more than 25 years of experience providing surgical care to patients in Wisconsin and Michigan. He completed his medical degree at Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is known for his patient-centered approach and dedication to high-quality care.
Dr. McGauley treats a wide range of conditions and specializes in surgery for the skin, breast, thyroid, abdomen, colon, and rectum. He is highly experienced in both traditional and minimally invasive procedures, including robotic and laparoscopic surgery. Some of the procedures he performs include hernia repairs, gallbladder surgery, colonoscopies, appendix removal, hemorrhoid treatment, skin cancer removal, thyroid surgery, and more. He is committed to using advanced techniques to help patients recover quickly and safely.
Whether it’s a planned procedure or emergent surgical care, Dr. McGauley works closely with each patient to ensure they feel informed, supported, and confident in their care. Outside of work, Dr. McGauley enjoys riding motorcycles, hiking, swimming, lifting weights, reading, traveling, attending surgical conferences, and spending time with his family.
Locations
- 123 Hospital Drive, Suite 2000, Watertown, WI 53098
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- phone: 920.206.3042
- fax: 833.606.0196
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Garden City Hospital, General Surgery, 2006
- Internship: Garden City Hospital, General Surgery, 2002
- Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2001
Board Certifications
- General Surgery: American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, 2017
Insurance
- BCBS-WI
- Dean Health Plan
- Medica Health Plans
- Medicaid-WI
- My Choice Wisconsin
- Quartz Health Solutions, Inc.
- United Healthcare
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
11 ratings, 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 3/3/2026
Friendly, polite and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Very easy going, informative and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Excellent Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
He made me feel really comfortable and answering all my questions and thoughts. After meeting him, I felt so much better thinking on the future surgery that I will be having.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Dr. McGauley does a great job listening and answering any questions so I can make an informed choice on my Healthcare
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026