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Why the Medical College of Wisconsin Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program?

 

Why become a resident at MCW?

As a major academic medical center, and the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area, the Medical College of Wisconsin is a distinguished leader in the advanced training of physicians, researchers, pharmacists and health professionals. Together with its top-tier partner institutions, the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals (MCWAH) puts you at the forefront of advancement that’s improving the vitality of society.

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Why MCW? 

Dr. Carrie Meinerz, discusses her favorite thing about being an Orthopaedic Surgery Resident at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

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About MCW 

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Our Background
Founded in 1893, MCW is a private, national, freestanding institution. Residency training is offered in almost all medical specialties and sub-specialties. In 2007 the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC-NCA) granted reaccreditation to MCW for the longest term possible (10 years). MCW has more than 5,400 faculty and staff including almost 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty.

MCW is a major national research center, in fact, the largest research institution in the Milwaukee metro area and 2nd largest in Wisconsin. With almost $160 million in grant awards in FY 2015, MCW is ranked 45th among the nation’s 139 medical schools for NIH research funding. For nine consecutive years, MCW received the highest rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s leading independent evaluator of charities, due in part to annual gifts and pledges that approach $20 million.

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Our Mission
To be a national leader in the education and development of the next generation of physicians and scientists; to discover and translate new knowledge in the biomedical sciences; to provide cutting-edge, interdisciplinary and compassionate clinical care of the highest quality; to improve the health of the communities we serve.

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Our Faculty
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) has more than 5,290 faculty and staff (approx. 4,790 full-time equivalents). Faculty: Approximately 1,620 full- time and part-time. Staff: Approximately 3,025 full-time / 335 part-time / 310 project and limited-term.

More than 4,475 faculty and staff work on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus and more than 815 work at 30 other health care facilities in eastern Wisconsin. More than 1,800 physicians from the community serve as volunteer faculty. MCW is the 8th largest private employer in the metro area.

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Why MCW?

Jacob Hal, MD

“The MCW ortho residency has, in my opinion, a little bit of everything that an applicant would want, which makes it a great choice for a well-rounded candidate searching for a well-balanced program. Between our time at our main campus, the Milwaukee VA, and our community electives as 5th year residents, you get diverse, hands-on operative experience that leaves you well-prepared for any field within orthopaedic surgery. Our faculty clearly care about our residency experience being top-notch, and the Medical College of Wisconsin provides countless resources for education and research. Beyond all that, the MCW ortho culture is one of program-wide friendliness and approachability, which makes me truly grateful to train here.”

Jacob Hall, MD

Class of 2025

Brooke Olson, MD

“MCW offers residents the opportunity to train at a large, level 1 trauma center as well as a renowned children’s hospital, all on the same campus. With high case volume, residents stay busy and have lots of hands-on experience with attendings. MCW also offers a friendly environment for residents, attendings, and all staff. You truly will make lifelong friends here.”

Brooke Olson, MD

Class of 2027

 

Reasons to live in Milwaukee

Milwaukee is a one-of-a-kind city with a vibrant and diverse culture, this charming, yet metropolitan must-see is just 90 minutes north of Chicago and nestled on the coast of Lake Michigan. Whether you’re catching a show at Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival, immersing yourself in the old world charm of the Historic Third Ward or taking in the sights and sounds of one of the many cafés, beer gardens or restaurants that line the city’s riverbank and shoreline, Milwaukee never disappoints. Find out why MCW residents and fellows take pride in calling Milwaukee home.

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