Orthopedic Hand Surgeon (Fellowship Trained) | La Crosse, WI
Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a BE/BC, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join a thriving and expanding practice in La Crosse, Wisconsin. As part of Emplify Health—formed by the integration of Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health—you will practice within a respected, not-for-profit, physician-led healthcare network serving communities across the Midwest.
About the Opportunity
- Predominantly hand surgery practice, including complex and pediatric cases, with opportunity to incorporate general orthopedics
- General orthopedic call (currently 1:14)
- Practice at a Level II Trauma Center supported by fellowship-trained trauma specialists
- Collaborate with a highly experienced, subspecialty-trained orthopedic team
- Opportunity for outreach to regional and rural communities
What Sets Us Apart
- Physician-led organization with leadership development tracks and opportunities to grow into formal leadership roles
- Strong legacy in medical education, with active involvement in training residents, fellows, and medical students
- Exceptionally low clinician attrition, reflecting a highly supportive culture and outstanding quality of life
- Protected compensation while building a robust hand practice
- Modern facilities and extensive clinical resources within an integrated system
Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited orthopedic residency and hand fellowship
- ABOS board certified or eligible
- Eligible for licensure across our multi-state service region
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive employed model with full benefits package
- Student loan repayment assistance available
- Practice stability within a growing, mission-driven system
- Affordable cost of living with excellent work-life balance
About La Crosse, Wisconsin
Nestled along the Mississippi River, La Crosse offers a dynamic blend of outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family-friendly living. With top-rated schools, a vibrant arts and dining scene, and breathtaking natural beauty, the Coulee Region is an ideal place to build both a career and a life.
Primary Recruiter:
Jon NevalaRecruiter Email Address:
[email protected]We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Completion of an accredited orthopedic residency
- Completion of an accredited hand surgery fellowship (fellowship-trained)
- ABOS board certified or eligible (BE/BC)
- Eligibility for medical licensure across the multi-state service region
- Willingness to take general orthopedic call (current ratio 1:14)
What We Do
Gundersen Health System is a regional healthcare provider based in La Crosse, Wisconsin. It delivers primary and specialized medical care across western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeastern Iowa, serving more than 500,000 residents in 22 counties. Its mission and activities emphasize patient care, education, research, and a culture described as “Love + Medicine,” reflecting a broad, community-focused health system.
