DPM - Podiatry - Surgical

Podiatric Surgeon (DPM) - Foot & Ankle Reconstruction Emplify Health - La Crosse, Wisconsin About Emplify Health Emplify Health is a newly unified, mission-driven health system formed through the integration of Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health, two of Wisconsin's most respected legacy organizations. With a strong tradition of clinical excellence, innovation, and education, Emplify Health offers a collaborative, physician-led, employed practice model across a broad regional footprint. We are also proud to be home to multiple accredited residency programs, fostering the next generation of healthcare providers in a supportive academic environment. Position Overview Emplify Health is seeking a Podiatric Surgeon (DPM) to join our team in Decorah, Iowa. The role will have a focus on advanced foot and ankle surgery, including a full scope modern clinical & surgical foot & ankle practice. This role also includes active participation in our accredited podiatric surgical residency program, making it ideal for a surgeon passionate about both patient care and medical education. Key Responsibilities Clinical & Surgical Practice Provide comprehensive podiatric care, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of foot and ankle conditions Perform a wide range of surgical procedures, including: Elective foot & ankle Reconstruction Foot & ankle deformity correction Diabetic foot management (wounds, infection, & limb salvage procedures) Foot & ankle trauma Manage both elective and acute surgical cases Collaborate closely with multi-specialty care teams, primary care, and rehabilitation teams within an integrated system Residency Teaching & Academic Involvement Participate in the education and mentorship of residents within our accredited DPM surgical residency program Provide hands-on surgical training, lectures, and case-based teaching Contribute to curriculum development, evaluations, and academic initiatives Support a culture of continuous learning, evidence-based practice, and clinical excellence Team & System Engagement Engage in multidisciplinary collaboration and case conferences Participate in quality and program development initiatives Opportunity to contribute to research or scholarly activity Qualifications Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree Completion of a CPME-accredited podiatric surgical residency ABFAS Board qualified or board certified Experience and/or strong interest in ankle reconstruction and advanced surgical techniques Passion for teaching and resident development Strong communication and collaborative skills Why Join Emplify Health? Employed model within a stable, physician-led health system Opportunity to practice at the top of your scope with advanced surgical resources Meaningful involvement in a well-established, accredited residency program Supportive, team-oriented environment with strong specialty collaboration Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and professional development support

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 Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee's unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee-first culture, work-life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself!

What You Can Expect:

Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it's more than our practice. It is who we are. Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees. Select Remote/Hybrid Eligible under More search to see our remote-eligible openings. A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you. Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.