Gundersen Clinic, Ltd. - Gundersen Health System and Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc. - Gundersen Medical Foundation
Introduction
Learn from our board-certified podiatric foot and ankle surgeons who are passionate about sharing their expertise gained through 750 surgeries each year. We designed our residency to model the practice of podiatric foot and ankle surgeons with inpatient and outpatient experiences in primary and tertiary care seeing routine and unique cases. Our residents’ exceptional pass rate on the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery qualification exam before graduation reflects the quality of their educational experience at Gundersen. Our program is accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.Residency Director
Devin Simonson
Program Director
Clerkship Director
Devin Simonson
Program Director
Program Contact
Allison Gegzna
Program Admin
Public Contact Information
dcsimons@gundersenhealth.org
6087752961
Attn: Johanna Berg, Program Administrator
1900 South Avenue - C03-006A
La Crosse, WI 54601
USA
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Program Overview
Program Emphasis
To train podiatric physicians who are excellent clinicians & understand science behind surgical procedures.
Experiences Offered
Anesthesiology
Behavioral Science
Dermatology
Emergency Room
Infectious Disease
Office Rotations
Orthopedics
Outpatient Clinic
Pathology Lab
Plastic Surgery
Podiatry
Podiatry Surgery
Radiology
Rheumatology
Surgery
Trauma
Vascular Surgery
Wound Care Limb Salvage
Book Club
Grand Rounds
Journal Club
Research
Lecture Series
Clerkship Overview
Learn from our board-certified podiatric foot and ankle surgeons who are passionate about sharing their expertise gained through 750 surgeries each year. We designed our residency to model the practice of podiatric foot and ankle surgeons with inpatient and outpatient experiences in primary and tertiary care seeing routine and unique cases. Our residents’ exceptional pass rate on the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery qualification exam before graduation reflects the quality of their educational experience at Gundersen. Our program is accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
Clerkship Information
Clerkship application requirements
Applicant Requirements
Vehicle
Background Check
Background Check Type: Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check
Background Check Cost: In accordance with affiliation agreement
HIPAA Training
Clerkship Fee: Less than $50
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Requires Transcript
Requires CV
Other Applicant Requirements
3.0 GPA and submission of CV at time of application.
Housing Recommendations
Contact program for housingParticipating Months
January 2026
February 2026
March 2026
April 2026
May 2026
June 2026
August 2026
September 2026
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
Residency Overview
Three year program leading to eligibility for certification examination by the ABPS. Blends inpatient and outpatient experiences to closely resemble the practice of podiatric physicians. Two entry-level positions available. Faculty has a strong commitment to teaching, as does the whole institution. Our focus is to train podiatric physicians who are excellent clinicians and understand the basic science behind surgical procedures. Located in beautiful Western Wisconsin on the banks of the Mississippi River. Many sporting and cultural activities available year-round.
Residency Manual
Download the residency manualResidency Information
Residency Start Date: June 30, 2026
Available Residencies
PMSR: 0
PMSR-RRA: 2
Annual Stipends
1st year: 68,675.25
2nd year: 70,297.50
3rd year: 72460.50
4th year:
Other Benefits
Provides CME Allowance
Provides Health Insurance
Provides Malpractice Insurance
Provides Meals
Provides Sick Leave
Provides Uniforms
Provides Vacation
Affiliated Institutions
none.Other Benefits Provided
We provide on-site housing at a subsidized rate, which can be deducted from resident paychecks. Residents are well cared for and provided a Wellness Fund stipend as well as Wellness half-days. Please see our website for more information on benefits.Residency Application Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Residency Gives Priority To Clerks
Other Residency Requirements
Accreditation: JCAHO
Staff DPMs Count: 12
Other qualifications
ACLS
CPR
COTHMember
RescueFund
Additional Residency Programs
Bariatric Surgery Fellowship, Behavioral Health Fellowship, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, General Surgery, Optometry, Oral Surgery, Pharmacy, Sports Medicine, Transitional Year