About
Dr. Suzanne Gehl brings many years of Family Medicine and Hospice/Palliative Medicine experience to her Hartford practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She then completed her Family Medicine residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin-St. Mary's Hospital. After residency, she founded Highland Family Health Center in Mequon. She later spent a decade as a faculty member at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There she trained students and residents in Family Medicine, with a particular focus on Geriatrics and Hospice Care. She subsequently delivered employer-sponsored medical care with Paladina Health, now known as Everside/Marathon. She also served as Chief Medical Officer for SolidaritUS Health, a national Direct Primary Care organization working with labor unions, municipalities, and corporations.
Dr. Gehl served as Past-President of the Wisconsin Academy of Family Physicians. She holds a recurrent listing in Best Doctors. Her clinical interests span preventive medicine, geriatrics, chronic disease management, and palliative care. She is passionate about empowering patients with a clear understanding of their health and wellness plan. She manages care for conditions including hypertension, diabetes, and elevated cholesterol, and handles 85-90% of health issues without specialist referral.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Residency
Family Medicine, Medical College of WI-St. Mary's Hospital
Additional Training
Faculty member at MCW training students and residents in Family Medicine with focus on Geriatrics and Hospice Care
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gehl right for?
Dr. Gehl serves patients across all age groups, from children to older adults. Adults managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from her focused approach. Patients who value direct access to their physician, including after-hours contact, will find her model well-suited to their needs. Older adults and families navigating serious illness appreciate her deep background in geriatrics and hospice/palliative medicine. Employers seeking affordable, accessible care for their workforce can also partner with her practice directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gehl treats a broad range of conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, ear infections, strep throat, flu, and kidney stones. She also manages other chronic diseases and handles most acute illnesses in-office. She resolves 85-90% of health issues without sending patients to a specialist.
Dr. Gehl specializes in Family Medicine and Hospice/Palliative Medicine. She completed her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin-St. Mary's Hospital and spent a decade as faculty there, teaching in Family Medicine with a focus on Geriatrics and Hospice Care.
Dr. Gehl places preventive care at the center of her practice. She offers annual physicals, wellness coaching, weight loss support, and early detection tools like the Galleri Multi-Cancer Early Detection Test. She also provides Cleveland Heart Lab lipid evaluations and genetic risk testing for patients who want a detailed look at their health risks.
Yes. Dr. Gehl has deep experience with geriatric medicine and hospice/palliative care. She spent ten years training residents at the Medical College of Wisconsin with a specific focus on Geriatrics and Hospice Care. She welcomes older adults as members and tailors her approach to their needs.
Yes. Dr. Gehl makes herself available any day, at any hour. Members can reach her by phone, text, or email. This direct access is a core part of how she practices medicine.
Dr. Gehl performs a wide range of in-office procedures. These include ECG, biopsy, benign skin lesion removal, cryotherapy, laceration repair, breathing treatments, and spirometry. She also runs rapid strep tests, urine screenings, and pregnancy tests, all included in the membership.
Yes. Dr. Gehl offers video visits for patients who prefer remote care. Members can also communicate through phone, text, and email for non-urgent questions or follow-up.
Yes. Dr. Gehl has extensive experience in employer-sponsored care. She previously delivered that model with Paladina Health and later served as Chief Medical Officer for SolidaritUS Health, a national DPC organization serving labor unions, municipalities, and corporations. She continues to offer employer contracting through her Hartford practice.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026