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Mission
The mission of The Wisconsin Chiari Center is to advance the diagnosis, understanding of and treatment of the Chiari 1 malformation and related disorders in the hope of eliminating delay in diagnosis and treatment in the future. We seek to identify the most likely cause or combination of causes of these symptoms in any given patient, be it the Chiari 1 malformation, cervical stenosis, syringomyelia, tethered spinal cord, POTS.
Patient Testimonials
Read what our patients have to say about the care they received at the Wisconsin Chiari Center. View all stories.
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In the News
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Discussing a Condition Misunderstood
Dr. Dan Heffez introduces us to the often misdiagnosed and misunderstood brain abnormality known as Chiari malformation.
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Dr. Dan Heffez Named 2015 Top Doctor
by Castle Connolly Medical, as was featured in the July issue of Milwaukee Magazine
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Congress of Neurological Surgeons 2014
Is there a relationship between the extent of tonsillar ectopia and the severity of clinical Chiari syndrome?
For Referring Professionals
The Wisconsin Chiari Center can assist you in determining whether or not your patient warrants an investigation to exclude the Chiari malformation. We can answer questions regarding the type of investigation or imaging that is required and about different treatment options.