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Fox Valley Surgical Specialists

4.9 out of 5 · 113 reviews

Thoracic Surgery • Menasha, WI • Since 1970

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Summary: Fox Valley Surgical Associates (FVSA) of Wisconsin, including Fox Valley Surgical Specialists (FVSS), provides comprehensive thoracic surgery services as part of its broad surgical care offerings in Northeast Wisconsin. With over 50 years of experience, FVSA emphasizes advanced treatment options and a multidisciplinary team. Their thoracic surgery scope includes general thoracic procedures, supported by minimally invasive approaches (laparoscopic and robotic techniques may be used in relevant contexts). The practice also offers related specialties such as endocrine, colorectal, hepatobiliary, liver/pancreas surgery, interventional endoscopy, and vascular/endovascular care, along with a high-risk breast clinic and GI endoscopy services. FVSS highlights experienced fellowship-trained surgeons, patient-centered care, and access to cutting-edge technologies.

Clinic Type

Thoracic Surgery

Address

2000 E. Milestone Dr., Appleton, Wisconsin 54913, US

Phone

Toll-Free: 800-574-3872 Local Number: 920-731-8131

Email

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Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Website

https://foxvalleysurgical.com/surgical-specialties/thoracic-surgery/

Services Offered

thoracic surgery
minimally invasive lung surgery
VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopy)
esophagogastrectomy
lung cancer screening
treatment of benign and malignant lung tumors
treatment of lung cancer
evaluation of lung nodules
pneumonectomy
mediastinoscopy
thoracotomy
wedge resection
lobectomy

Technology & Equipment

VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopy)

Team

Robert Ballard — MD
Charles Cheng — MD

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

Google/Birdeye: 4.9/5 stars (113 reviews)

Patients praise

Compassionate and sensitive care
Professional and clear explanations from providers
Highly skilled and fellowship-trained surgeons
Excellent patient attention and willingness to address concerns

Common complaints

Some patients may have individual experiences with wait times or administrative processes, although broad complaints are not documented.

"Dr. Bermas and her team were wonderful. I was treated with sensitivity, respect and compassion. Explanations and options for treatment were clear and insightful. She listened to what I wanted. A positive experience so far. I highly recommend her."

— Google/Birdeye Review

"He is the most compassionate doctor I have ever seen. A doctor who really cares!!"

— Fox Valley Surgical Specialists website testimonial

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].