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Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG

Accepting New Patients

(131 Ratings)

Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (1990)

Professional interests include: genital warts, Essure, hysterectomy (uterus removal), and more.

1905 N. Calhoun Road
Brookfield, WI 53005

(262) 754-8000

Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Brookfield, WI specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1990 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network, FROEDTERT ANDTHE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN COMMUNITY PHYSICIANS INC and THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN INC.

Office Locations

Address:

1905 N. Calhoun Road
Brookfield, WI 53005

Some issues Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
Cancer
Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

breast exam	15
gynecologic procedures	15
lab tests	15

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	26

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	11
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

lab tests	13

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	23

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	11
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	30

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	17

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	18

breast exam	13
gynecologic procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	20
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	12

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	27

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	15

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	25

breast exam	15
gynecologic procedures	15

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Brookfield, WI were lab tests, breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

breast exam	14
doctor visit	13
gynecologic procedures	14
lab tests	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG.

**Gender**
Female	19
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	4
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	3
65 to 74	1

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG treated were hypertension, depression and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	17
High Cholesterol	3
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	4
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1990. He completed residency at Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph, Milwaukee. He is certified by the Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Wisconsin.

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (1990)

Residency: Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph, Milwaukee (1994)

Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: Wisconsin

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Froedtert Hospital

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network

FROEDTERT ANDTHE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN COMMUNITY PHYSICIANS INC

THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 131 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG from all over the web to help you find the right in Brookfield, WI.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-09

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Dr. Herzof explained my treatment options thoroughly and answered my questions in a way I could understand

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-04-18

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Dr. Herzog was kind and considerate and gentle. He walked me through what was happening step by step

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-19

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Herzog is awesome. He is attentive and extremely knowledgeable.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-19

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I enjoyed my visit thank you

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Joseph Herzog, MD, FACOG. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$319 Essure $134	Mirena $113	Skyla $73
Pfizer Inc.	$152 PREMARIN ORALS $67	PVC $52	DUAVEE $33
AbbVie, Inc.	$119 Orilissa $64	Lupron $38	$17
Actavis Pharma Inc	$89 LO LOESTRIN FE $52	ESTRACE CREAM $13	GENERESS FE $13	GENERESS $12
Roche Diagnostics Corporation	$63 MD HPV CTNG $63
Other	$476 BRISDELLE $63	Osphena $50	NEXPLANON $47	Makena $45	PARAGARD $36	Other $235

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,218

Biography

Dr. Joseph Herzog is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology in Brookfield, WI. Dr. Herzog is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He trained at Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph, Milwaukee for his residency. His areas of expertise include genital warts, menopause, and colposcopy. Patients gave Dr. Herzog an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is professionally affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. His practice in Brookfield, WI is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.