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David M. Dawson

David M. Dawson, DPM

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Podiatry

4.8 of 5 stars261 ratings, 81 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Locations

  1. La Crosse - Podiatry
    • Onalaska - Sports Medicine

      Clinical Interests

      Reconstructive foot surgery, bunion correction, joint replacement surgery, hammertoe repair, endoscopic plantar fasciotomy for plantar fasciitis, nerve pathology surgery

      Expertise

      Education

      Gundersen Medical Foundation

      Residency, Podiatric Medicine/Surgery, 1998

      William Scholl Colege Of Podiatric Medicine

      Medical School, 1995

      Board Certifications

      Primary Podiatric Medicine

      American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 2004

      Insurance

      Gundersen Health System cannot guarantee coverage or payment by insurance providers. Please contact your insurance provider directly for more information about your benefit plan.
      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
      • Humana,Inc
      • Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
      • Medica IFB
      • Meritain Health
      • MHS Health
      • Midlands Choice
      • Preferred One
      • Quartz
      • The Alliance
      • Tricare East
      • Tricare West
      • Ucare Minnesota
      • United Healthcare Inc.
      • WCA Group Health Trust
      • Wellmark BCBS IA
      • Wisconsin Education Association
      • Wisconsin Physician Services

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.8 out of 5

      261 ratings, 81 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 3/28/2025

        Wonderful doctor. Very nice and knowledgeable. So happy how it all turned out. Great staff as well

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/28/2025

        Quick and easy

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/15/2025

        I had an issue with foot that I thought was a severe callous. It was not and explanation very good. It was removed, instructions clear and if it returns I will return earlier vs putting up with discomfort.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/15/2025

        All worked out very well!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/14/2025

        All my questions were answered and then some. It was a very positive visit.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/15/2025

        Dr Dawson was great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/13/2025

        I was very comfortable and was glad my daughter was welcomed as well.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/5/2025

        It was a lovely experience (surprising thing to say for a medical process). Wish I could have that team in La Crosse (rather than Onalaska, terrible to access).

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/4/2025

        This was my first visit to this provider. He and his staff were polite and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/1/2025

        First time for me having an appointment with a podiatrist. Fantastic experience. I have already recommended Dr. Dawson to several folks.

        1 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        Spent 5 minutes with me. Already knew what he was going to say when he walked into room. Said i had high a1c and pre-diabetic. No where in my labs can i can i find such results. I can't believe you can charge me for this appointment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/11/2025

        Exceptional!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2025

        It was a good experience. It was a short followup after bunion surgery 3 weeks ago. Stitches were removed from my foot and I was given a compression sock to wear on that foot. It was very efficient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/5/2025

        Dr Dawson is a phenomenal provider. I have seen him off and on for years and he has always treated me with care and compassion. He makes it clear that he remembers and knows my concerns and is sure to always address them fully before I leave. I'm grateful to have him as a provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/30/2025

        Yes, I was taken care of very well, thank you.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/24/2025

        My son has special needs so his treatment is particular and a bit tedious if not done effectively. The whole team listened, we're kind to us both and did what needed to be done for his best interest. I am so thankful for all of them!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/21/2025

        went as planned

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/7/2025

        Dr Dawson was very professional and knowledgeable about what I needed and his nurse was so helpful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/31/2024

        Staff was courteous and efficient.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/24/2024

        Very pleasant and virtually pain free visit

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/22/2024

        Very well done!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/19/2024

        One of the most time efficient doctor visits in my life. I was in and out in less than 20 minutes. Thank you

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/17/2024

        GREAT!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        The care team including Dr. Dawson were warm and welcoming.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2024

        Dr. Dawson is phenomenal! I will continue under his care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/26/2024

        Excellent Job!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        How can one improve on perfection? Everything was clean everyone was respectful they treated me as I was the only one there I felt I got the best care possible.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2024

        thank you for giving me information on how to help me manage my feet problems!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/17/2024

        Was able to get in and out quickly, procedure went extremely well and received a prescription for my toenail fungus. Excellent visit.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/14/2024

        Dr. Dawson did a great job as did his assistant!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/14/2024

        I got there early and I was seen early

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/12/2024

        Dr. Dawson and team are great!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/12/2024

        Everyone was helpful, friendly. I thought the doctor was in a hurry, didn't relax me, didn't show his usual interest.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/9/2024

        I have gotten in sooner but was scheduled with a sports medicine provider instead of podiatry provider. When I had a consult to podiatry. The schedulers need to be careful on how they are scheduling patients. I took a half-day off work to come to my appointment and then found out that the sports medicine provider could not do anything for me, and said I should've been scheduled in podiatry and then she got me in with podiatry and I had drove an hour to the appointment. I had to drive an hour back.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/9/2024

        Dr Dawson was easy to talk to and showed a high level of professionalism.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        very pleasant visit. Dr. Dawson is very helpful and friendly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/9/2024

        Dr Dawson and his team have always taken time to be sure I understand any new supportive devices I've needed to use in order to stay active and healthy.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        Dr. David Dawson is a very kind and considerate doctor. I appreciate his bedside manner. He lets me bring forth my concerns without me feeling like he's rushing me out the door.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        The knowledge of the nurse and doctor was very much in sinc with what i needed they were both very knowledge able of the issue.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/2/2024

        Thank you!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/1/2024

        Dr. Dawson has done successful bunion surgeries on both of my feet. I've also seen him for other issues. He's very knowledgeable with all his experience, a good listener, and concerned about what could be the issue and how to resolve it. He took the time to use a special x-ray machine to determine what the problem was with the bumps on my foot. The issue got resolved right away. I would highly recommend him.

        3 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/1/2024

        Dr. Dawson seemed like he really cared about my foot issues.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/31/2024

        Dr Dawson and his team provided excellent information and services from check in to check out. So glad I chose him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/29/2024

        I was very happy and surprised to have gotten an appt. so quickly after I had requested it. I feel that Dr. Dawson is extremely knowledgeable and is treating my foot problems as well as can be done.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/26/2024

        Everyone was professional and friendly. Dr. Dawson answered all of my questions and gave me advice to prevent recurring injury.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/24/2024

        Dr. Dawson was very professional and personable. The small procedure was painless, efficient, and done with care. Thanks very much to him and to the technician who was involved.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/20/2024

        These people are awesome!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/20/2024

        Dr. Dawson helped me be in less pain.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2024

        Dr. Dawson is always very professional and courteous in his work; I've been going to him for several years now and has worked with me on custom orthotics which really have helped me. Thanks much to the team.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        He listened to me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2024

        Dr. Dawson wonderful foot Dr .very personal listens.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/14/2024

        It's a long walk to/from parking lot. Handicap sticker only available if having surgery. Don't understand all the 15 min parking signs.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/13/2024

        Was treated with respect. People were prompt, courteous, personable.....fun to converse with. Overall, a pleasant experience.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/4/2024

        Dr. Dawson has been phenomenal with our daughter. She had a poor experience in the past with nursing being impatient and hurried with post procedure cares. This visit was wonderful and staff took time to ensure wounds were wrapped carefully and correctly as well as sending additional supplies as needed for home. It was 100% better experience with a kind and patient nurse. Thank you

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/25/2024

        All staff were very friendly, looking forward to coming back!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/11/2024

        Dr Dawson is always courteous, knowledgeable and professional. He reviewed X-ray findings and used physical examination to determine the diagnosis and treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/9/2024

        Very nice doctor and staff.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/10/2024

        Happy feet! A few minutes with Dr. Dawson and my feet feel better than they have felt in years! Thank you. The fix was so simple.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/3/2024

        Dr. Dawson is always very pleasant at my appointments and shows genuine care and concern.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/25/2024

        Always a pleasant visit with Dr. Dawson!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/26/2024

        Efficient

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/16/2024

        Gundersen Lutheran has wonderful providers

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/14/2024

        I had a good appointment. I ask alot of questions, so it's hard to know if I would have gotten the information I needed if I hadn't asked so many questions, but I got the answers I needed, so that's good.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/14/2024

        Provider very thoughtful and considerate with me.

        1 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/29/2024

        As I was leaving and walking down the hall, I thought - I didn't really get any help with my pain. I came in because of pain and left with no relief and no possible solution.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/13/2024

        One thing I always have is a great experience to what my health issues concern might be. everyone that I have always seems to care if I have concerns. They take time to answer if any Questions I ask. about can not say enough Thank you all

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/11/2024

        I was led to this UNNECESSARY appt by the lack of information by a LaCrosse campus podiatrist.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/8/2024

        Dr. Dawson treated the areas on my feet that were causing discomfort so that much of the foot pain is gone. I will go back for treatment again whenever the need arises.

        2 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/28/2024

        I didn't feel like enough was done to make sure what was happening with my foot and heel.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/25/2024

        My appointment was quick and easy. The doctor knew right away what was causing my foot pain and remedied it. I'm very pleased with the outcome.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/24/2024

        Reception, Tech, and Dr., all friendly and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/21/2024

        Was pleasantly surprised that I got an appointment so soon. Got my questions answered and learned of more options available to me.

        2 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/21/2024

        Provider was very quick to get to one treatment option. I did appreciate getting insoles to help my condition.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/17/2024

        I got an appointment quickly and my orthotics will be ready tomorrow. Very happy for this quick fix.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/10/2024

        great as always.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/30/2024

        Dr Dawson would be someone I would recommend

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/24/2024

        Very professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/19/2024

        Everyone was respectful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/13/2024

        Dr. Dawson and staff were exceptional. Dr. Dawson was through, friendly, concerned about my issues and treated me with respect. He went over the xrays with me answered all my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/13/2024

        Wonderful, friendly staff and efficient. Happy to have them as my podiatry caretakers. Thank you for all you do! I am very appreciative.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/12/2024

        Thank you!