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Dr. Gregory Trost, MD

Dr. Gregory Trost, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Gregory Trost, MD is a neurosurgeon in Madison, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / MADISON in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities University Hospital and Fort Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

600 Highland Ave Madison, WI 53792

Make an Appointment

(608) 263-6400

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Trost is affiliated with University Hospital Madison, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Trost is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Trost specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Trost's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Trost

3.6
16 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
56%
56%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
25%
25%

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Good outcomes
For various reasons I have had 3 surgeries over the years by him. He and his staff are always excellent. They answer questions promptly and I have always had great outcomes with my surgeries.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
Helpful
Aug 27, 2024
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Has been a great help to me.
I have been seeing Dr.Trost for over 10 years. He has always been helpful. I am getting ready to have another surgery by him. I would recommend him to my friends and family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Clara – Jan 26, 2023
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Great experience
I was referred to UW Health for bad lower back pain that had developed. We went through the process of several visits, and then discussed options. My back had severe issues and we decided to do one surgery, and see how it went. After several months of recovery we scheduled a second surgery that is still healing. Great discussions, options and team working for him. Overall - an EXCELLENT experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Hippa – Jun 16, 2022
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I saw him for lower back and sciatic pain down my leg. After a short examination, which included him using a safety pin that he took from his pocket to test for numbness in my thigh and leg, he basically gave me only one option for treatment. He then took what was obviously a non emergent phone call in the middle of my consultation. He ended the visit while on hold during the call and didn't allow me to ask any questions about the treatment plan or possible alternatives. Very unprofessional! And extremely condescending.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 08, 2021
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I have a herniated disc, and have had it for over 5 months. I finally was able to see Dr. Trost after many weeks of unsuccessful physical therapy, chiropractor treatments, and exercising. I finally got an MRI to confirm I had a herniated disc. When Dr. Trost entered the room, he immediately told me I needed surgery and what the side effects or risks are with the surgery. He did not go into any sort of detail why he felt the other options (which he didn't cover with me) were not appropriate.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Steve S. in Sun Prairie, WI – Oct 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Gregory Trost, MD is a neurosurgeon in Madison, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / MADISON in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities University Hospital and Fort Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Wisconsin / Madison

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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Dr. Trost is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University Hospital600 Highland Ave Madison, WI 53792
    1

    Practice

    Family Med CTR-UW Clinics Research PRK621 Science Dr Madison, WI 53711
    2

    Practice

    Reedsburg Area Medical Center2000 N Dewey Ave Reedsburg, WI 53959
    3

    Practice

    Fort Healthcare611 Sherman Ave E Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • University Hospital

      600 Highland Ave
      Madison, WI 53792
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Fort Memorial Hospital

      611 Sherman Ave E
      Fort Atkinson, WI 53538

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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