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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

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

Gundersen St. Joseph's named to Top 20 Critical Access Hospital list

June 12, 2018

Gundersen St. Joseph's Hospital and Clinics is one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) for quality in the United States. The Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals, including Gundersen

Gundersen orthopedic care now available at Gundersen Moundview

May 29, 2018

Pain doesn't have to be part of your daily routine. "What I hear often from patients is 'I want to be free from pain and get back to the things

Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance and La Crosse Fire Department to partner on paramedic services

May 24, 2018

In an effort to continue providing high-quality emergency medical response, Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance and La Crosse Fire Department have entered into an agreement to allow La Crosse Fire Department employees

A. Erik Gundersen MD with Medical Residents

Medical education endowments at Gundersen reach goal

May 23, 2018

Exceptional medical education and research are what distinguishes Gundersen Healthy System as a regional academic medical center and not just another community hospital. Medical education at Gundersen receives substantial support

The William A. Agger Student Bioscience Internship now has its first intern, Corina Valencia from UW-L. She is pictured here with retired physician and director of Medical Research, William Agger, MD, and benefactors Dr. Seuk and Rita Kang and Rebecca and James Naugler.

Tick-borne infections focus of first microbiology research intern

May 22, 2018

Gundersen's Microbiology Laboratory is pleased to welcome Corina Valencia, a junior from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-L) and the first recipient of the William A. Agger, MD, Student Bioscience

Gundersen surgeon Timothy Minus, DO, and Brad Maurhoff, PA-C

Gundersen surgery, wound care now available at Gundersen Moundview

May 21, 2018

When surgery is needed, it pays to get care close to home. "Many patients have expressed to me relief when discovering there is surgical care available within a few miles

Pillowcase donation brings kids comfort, smiles

May 21, 2018

Seamstress Doris Monroe When Doris Monroe and her friends get together, every stitch they set is placed with a purpose: To bring joy to kids and their families at Gundersen

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