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Walter Virkus, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Indianapolis, IN, IU Health Methodist Hospital

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Orthopaedic Surgery Indianapolis, IN

Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma

Vice Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery Director, Orthopedic Trauma Service, IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana

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Education & Training

  • University of Maryland
    University of MarylandResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994 - 1998
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiInternship, Transitional Year, 1993 - 1994
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
    Rutgers New Jersey Medical SchoolClass of 1993

Certifications & Licensure

  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2012 - 2025
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 2000 - 2014
  • MD State Medical License
    MD State Medical License 1998 - 1999
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Indianapolis Monthly Castle Connolly, 2013
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification NextGen Ambulatory EHR, NextGen Healthcare, 2012
  • Chicago Magazine: Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2012

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Dr. Walter Virkus to Head New Orthopedic Trauma Team at IU Health Featured
    Dr. Walter Virkus to Head New Orthopedic Trauma Team at IU Health FeaturedFebruary 12th, 2016
  • Dr. Brian Cole Uses an Adolescent Donor for Cartilage Restoration on Professional Wrestler
    Dr. Brian Cole Uses an Adolescent Donor for Cartilage Restoration on Professional WrestlerFebruary 13th, 2016
  • Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Physicians' Hip Research Recognized by AOSSM
    Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Physicians' Hip Research Recognized by AOSSMFebruary 12th, 2016

Hospital Affiliations