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OAW Announces New Executive Director for The Orthopaedic Surgery Center
OAW Announces New Executive Director for The Orthopaedic Surgery Center

Pewaukee, WI – Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin (OAW) is thrilled to announce the appointment of LoAnn Vande Leest as the Executive Director of The Orthopaedic Surgery Center (TOSC). After serving as the Interim Executive Director for over nine months through LVL Consulting LLC, LoAnn has been instrumental in enhancing our team’s operations and patient care standards. Her vast experience in ASC leadership and project management has prepared her to lead OAW and TOSC toward further success.

“LoAnn Vande Leest's exceptional leadership and strategic direction have significantly contributed to the success of The Orthopaedic Surgery Center.” said Diane Merkt, CEO of OAW. “We are thrilled to welcome her as a permanent member of our team”.

  LoAnn's transition from interim to permanent role marks a significant step in OAW’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care and operational excellence in a state-of-the-art facility. The Orthopaedic Surgery Center offers advanced surgical technology in a comfortable, home-like setting, ensuring patients receive the best care.

 Vande Leest expressed, "The team at OAW/TOSC is extraordinarily talented and kind, with responsive and genuinely attentive physicians. I'm excited to continue building on what we've started and see our efforts come to fruition."

For more information about The Orthopaedic Surgery Center and the comprehensive services offered, please visit OrthoWisconsin.com.

About The Orthopaedic Surgery Center: Located within the facilities of Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin, The Orthopaedic Surgery Center is designed to offer patients high-quality, specialized orthopedic surgeries in a patient-friendly environment. The center emphasizes a quick return to comfort, facilitated by a supportive environment and the latest in surgical practices.