Dr. Judy Tjoe’s journey into medicine is a testament to resilience, the value of hard work, and the profound impact of chosen family. A childhood marked by responsibilities beyond her years, growing up fast in a new country, shaped her character. From her parents, she inherited lessons of tenacity, grit, and initiative, learning that the concept of “family” extends beyond blood ties to include friends and neighbors who provide mutual support and a sense of belonging.
The choice of a medical career was ignited by her parents’ aspirations. However, it was during college experiences that Judy discovered the multifaceted nature of being a doctor. Her journey through medical school allowed her to integrate her love for anatomy, medical illustration, and surgical pathology, leading to her present-day career in breast cancer surgery. This field enables her to embrace the challenges and rewards of operative disease removal, aesthetics, and the visual communication of these concepts to her patients through medical drawings.
Judy treasures the genuine connections she’s made with the down-to-earth, fun-loving people of Northeast Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, and she’s delighted to be back in the state she called home for over twenty years with friends now considered family.
Style of Care:
Judy is focused on quality and safety for all her patients. She pays attention to details and is meticulous about accuracy.
Key Traits:
- Precise
- Steady
- Thorough
Education:
Medical School:
University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA
Residency:
Medical College of Wisconsin and Affiliated Hospital, Milwaukee, WI
Surgical House Officer: Warwick Hospital, Warwick, England
Fellowship:
UCSF Mount Zion Comprehensive Cancer Center, San Francisco, CA
Board Certification:
- General Surgery
Recent Podcast
Latest Blog
Distinctions
Judy Tjoe, MD
- Inaugural UCSF Surgical Breast Oncology Fellow
- Inaugural Melodie Wilson Oldenburg Visionary Award recipient recognizing an individual for demonstrating support and leadership while nurturing hope and restoring confidence in people impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis
More About Judy:
Born in:
Jakarta Indonesia
Mother of one
Interests: Running, biking, swimming, riding horses, cooking, gardening, flower arranging, and reading for fun
Instrument: She plays the piano.
Photography: Through her hobby of macro photography she took a picture of a 10mm hippocampus bargibanti, a pigmy seahorse in Indonesia at the depth of 65 feet.
Triathlon: She completed the Ironman Coeur d’Alene in 2012.
Running Club: She is a member of the RELENTLESS Runners. For every mile, we contribute to our patients during the holidays.
What patients have to say:
Anonymous
Patient
Appleton, WI
From the first time I met Dr. Winkler, I knew we would be a good match. He is very personable, listens, explains, and seems to genuinely care about his patients.
Anonymous
Patient
Appleton, WI
I very much like Dr. Winkler–straight forward and no nonsense!
Anonymous
Patient
Appleton, WI
Dr. Winkler did an awesome job. His time spent with me answering ALL my questions, concerns and fears was appreciated! He made me feel relaxed and encouraged me often. Thoroughly went over all the treatment plans and what to expect after each treatment, short term and long term!
Anonymous
Patient
Appleton, WI
Dr. Winkler is a wonderful oncology doctor. He shows great empathy while discussing treatment options. He takes his time with the patient.
Robert K.
Patient
Appleton, WI
Dr. Abbi was very professional and took the time necessary to explain the situation and all scan results to our satisfaction. We would recommend Green Bay Oncology to anyone in a similar situation.
Anonymous
Patient
Chilton, WI
My family and I felt very informed of every part of our conversation. We had many questions and the doctor went to great lengths to answer them all. Wonderful experience!
Anonymous
Patient
Chilton, WI
I was scared and they calmed my fears and reassured me that everything will be alright. I appreciate them very much. Thank God they were there for me.
Anonymous
Patient
Appleton, WI
Dr. Abbi was caring and compassionate which is unusual in my experience. I would recommend him to anyone.
Mary O.
Patient
Green Bay, WI
Dr. Kaplan was so kind. She empowered me with our discussion of the procedure and my concerns to make the best decision for me. I left her office feeling like "I got this".
Kathleen R.
Patient
Green Bay, WI
Dr. Kaplan-Frenkel was EXTREMELY kind, compassionate, understanding, and sensitive...she's so nice that I would love to have coffee &/or dinner with her!
