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MD/DO Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Bellin Gundersen · La Crosse, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

How do you talk with parents who are scared about their child having surgery?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain plans clearly and calm worried families.

Tell me about a complex pediatric case you're proud of.

What they are checking: Whether they have real experience with the complex cases this role lists.

What draws you to La Crosse and this practice?

What they are checking: Whether their interest is real and likely to keep them here long term.

What would you do

How would you spot possible child abuse in a fracture case, and what would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they recognize warning signs and follow reporting duties.

How would you build a pediatric orthopedic practice across a large region?

What they are checking: Whether they plan outreach and referral relationships with pediatricians and family doctors.

How do you work with sports medicine and other subspecialists on the team?

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well within a team of fellowship-trained surgeons.

About the work

Walk me through how you manage a displaced supracondylar humerus fracture in a young child.

What they are checking: Whether they handle a common pediatric emergency, including checking nerves and blood flow.

How do you evaluate and follow a teenager with scoliosis?

What they are checking: Whether they know when to watch, brace or refer for surgery.

A baby is referred for possible hip dysplasia. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to diagnose and treat early to prevent long-term problems.

You'd take general orthopedic call at one in thirteen. How comfortable are you with adult trauma?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely cover general call, not just pediatric cases.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We are committed to delivering high quality primary, specialty and emergency care throughout our integrated system. Our La Crosse campus is designated as a level 2 trauma center. As a highly trained BE/BC pediatric orthopedic surgeon you can expect to: - Perform a wide range of pediatric care, including complex cases. - Participate in a general orthopedic call schedule which is currently 1:13. - Work with a highly experienced medical staff across disciplines and locations. - Work in state-of-the-art facilities with tremendous resources. - Have an easy commute, enjoy a low cost of living while receiving superb incentives including debt relief. -Join a team of fellows trained in sports, trauma, total joints, hand, and upper extremity. About La Crosse, Wisconsin: La Crosse is a beautiful college town nestled along the Mississippi River, offering a high quality of life with a blend of urban amenities and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a regional population nearing 100k, you will find friendly communities, excellent schools, and cultural attractions. The coulee region as we are known, is an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. The area boasts world class outdoor activities as well as a thriving arts and regional foodie scene making it a great location for professionals seeking both career fulfillment and lifestyle balance. A beautiful, mid-sized city with metro style amenities awaits. You must have completed an accredited graduate medical training program and be board certified or eligible within the area of medicine stated. In addition, you must have or be able to obtain a license to practice in our multi-state region. Medical staff in our system will supervise advanced practice clinicians, provide outreach service as needed and support our medical learners on campus. Primary Recruiter: Jon Nevala Recruiter Email Address: JPNevala@emplifyhealth.org 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

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