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Teachers of the Year honored

July 30, 2018

Eight Gundersen staff physicians, one physical therapist, one pharmacist, and two physician assistants were honored at the June 15 resident graduation party for their contributions to resident education. Jon Zlabek

Congratulations, residents and fellows

July 27, 2018

Residents and fellows were honored June 21 for completing their training at Gundersen Health System. Gundersen's residency and fellowship programs last between one to five years. "We are very proud

Dr. Merkitch 'blessed' with opportunity to teach

July 25, 2018

It's not uncommon to see a sponge, sail cloth or a grapefruit in an obstetrics/ gynecology training session with Ken Merkitch, MD. "When I hold sessions for third and fourth

Boscobel Community Foundation supports the work of Gundersen Boscobel's Cardiopulmonary Rehab Department

July 18, 2018

The Boscobel Community Foundation recently presented Nora Munson, Director of Cardiopulmonary Services at Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics with a check for $2,500. "We're thrilled to accept this generous

Matthew Fischer, MD receives Scott Sprtel, MD, Resident Award of Excellence

July 18, 2018

Congratulations to Matthew Fischer, MD, recipient of this year's Scott Sprtel Resident Award of Excellence. Dr. Fischer is the 15th recipient of the award that was created in memory of

State grant supports Gundersen Boscobel, rural healthcare access

July 18, 2018

Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics was among the first recipients of a state grant to improve care for patients in rural areas. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS)

Gynecology and prenatal care now available at Gundersen Moundview

July 16, 2018

Robert Holness, MD Personalized, world-class care for a variety of women's health needs is now just a short drive away at Gundersen Moundview Hospital and Clinics. "Patients often complain of

Outstanding resident honored

July 16, 2018

Gundersen Medical Foundation awarded the "Most Outstanding PGY1 of the Year Award" to Jordan Ludwigson, MD, Internal Medicine resident, June 15 at the resident and fellow graduation celebration. This annual

Top marks for research work

July 13, 2018

Wesley Fox, MD As part of Gundersen Medical Foundation's Medical Education Academic Day, one resident and one fellow were recognized for their research work at the resident graduation celebration on

Gundersen Moundview recognized for outstanding stroke care

July 12, 2018

Stroke patients arriving in the hospital’s emergency department received a diagnostic CT head scan within a median time of 2.5 minutes.

Gundersen seeks Center for Violence Prevention & Intervention volunteers

July 11, 2018

The Center for Violence Prevention and Intervention at Gundersen Health System needs the public's help to fill several key roles to support patients and the community. Volunteer advocate – Advocates

Gundersen experts warn about the dangers of using fireworks

July 02, 2018

Summer is in full swing, the barbecues are heating up and fireworks stands are popping up around the area. It’s important to remember that fireworks have the potential to be

Gundersen to purchase Wettstein’s building

July 02, 2018

As Gundersen Health System grows in its size and service to the La Crosse area, caring for the community where it’s headquartered remains a top priority. With patient care and

Sustainability

Gundersen Sparta Clinic honored with 'green' award

June 29, 2018

The Gundersen Sparta Clinic has been recognized for their successful sustainability practices. The clinic was one of the organizations recently honored at the U.S. Green Building Council Wisconsin (USGBC Wisconsin)

Gundersen St. Joseph's new campus gets initial zoning approval

June 20, 2018

On Monday, June 18, 2018, members of the Hillsboro City Plan Commission and Common Council unanimously approved the zoning change and initial implementation plan for the new home of Gundersen

New Gundersen Moundview CEO values 'positive culture,' 'trust'

June 20, 2018

In his more than 20 years with Gundersen Health System, Frank Perez-Guerra, MBA, has been inspired by his work on behalf of the clinicians and staff that care for patients

Gundersen St. Joseph's Steering Committee

Gundersen St. Josephs announces steering committee for Hospital capital campaign

June 18, 2018

Plans for the new home of Gundersen St. Joseph's Hospital and Clinics continue to progress efficiently as the organization announces a steering committee of local leaders and residents to conduct

iGive Gundersen Employee Giving Campaign exceeds goal

June 14, 2018

The recent iGive Gundersen Employee Giving Campaign confirmed what we already knew—Gundersen employees are some of the most generous people. Gundersen Medical Foundation set a lofty goal of 20 percent

Construction is underway for new Gundersen Tomah Clinic

June 13, 2018

Work has begun for the new 77,000 square-foot Gundersen Tomah Clinic near Interstate 90 on Tomah's south side. While the first dirt was moved at the end of April, Gundersen

Gundersen Tri-County named to Top 20 Critical Access Hospital list

June 13, 2018

Gundersen Tri-County named to Top 20 Critical Access Hospital list Gundersen Tri-County Hospital and Clinics is one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) for patient satisfaction in the

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