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Richard L Tower, MD

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
Children’s Wisconsin since 2007
  • Pediatric cancer specialist and Fellowship Program Director, Children's Wisconsin
  • Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin
Patient rating
4.9 out of 5
(31 Ratings, 7 Comments)

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Dr. Tower is a board-certified pediatric oncologist, with a special interest in the care of patients with leukemia, lymphoma, relapsed leukemia or lymphadenopathy, as well as managing general pediatric oncology disorders. Through his work with the Children’s Oncology Group, he is attempting to improve outcomes in children with relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). He is the director of the pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship program, in charge of training the next generation of pediatric oncologists. Dr. Tower feels that families play a vital role in the care of a child with cancer and works with them to provide the best, most informed care possible. 

Certifications

  • Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Areas of Interest

  • Cancer
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Leukemia relapsed
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Education and Awards

Education

  • 2001, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health, MD

Residencies

  • 2004, Indiana University School of Medicine - Pediatrics

Fellowships

  • 2007, University of Minnesota -Twin Cities - Ped Hem/Onc

Awards

  • Best Doctors in America

Research and publications

Research

  • Relapsed acute lymphoblastic leukemia
  • Effects of chemotherapy
  • Medical education

Publications

Ratings and Reviews
Comments
4.9 out of 5
(31 Ratings, 7 Comments)
Always great care. The best. Thank you for everything.
Nov 01, 2024
I came to the appointment with my son feeling stressed and left the appointment feeling very relaxed so that says it all. All of the staff were welcoming and I really appreciated how Dr. Tower and Dr. S took out the time to answer our questions and to explain things to us in a way in which we understood. I left the office feeling hopeful and encouraged and my son felt the same way. Keep up the great work
Sep 03, 2024
Dr. Tower is amazing!
Aug 20, 2024
The take home handout on high potassium diet leaves much to desire. The first foods on the list that are recommended for my daughter are ice cream, pudding, milk and shakes. Also listed was chocolate, candy, pizza, etc. Very shocking to say the least! Coconut water was the last thing mentioned and that is something that should be given first for electrolyte imbalance and Avocado wasn't on there at all. I think the hospital needs to have much better dieticians that actually know about healthy eating, and I would also highly recommend updating their "healthy diet" handouts.
Apr 09, 2024
amazing as always
Mar 19, 2024
I was so thankful that they took my concerns seriously when it came to my three year old. That is what matters most and I wish all providers were this caring and efficient. Do the tests. Bring the peace. Change the system.
Feb 13, 2024
We love all the staff and drs at the Macc center and would highly recommend them
Feb 06, 2024