Retired Surgeons

After over 35+ Years of services to families
in our communities, our Retired Surgeons have graciously
stepped away from private practice to pursue time with family,
friends and personal endeavors.  We wish them all the very
best in their future endeavors.

Historical Information

Retired Physicians

After providing over 35+ years of dedicated orthopedic physician services to families in our communities, these physicians
have graciously retire from the clinical team at Wisconsin Bone & Joint, S. C.  Their legacy of excellence in
Orthopedic Care lives on in the professional conduct and service of our current physician providers.

Dale E. Bauwens, MD

Areas Of Specialization

Orthopaedic Surgery
Hip Replacement Surgery
Knee Replacement Surgery

Retired December 22, 2023

Dr. Dale E. Bauwens

Orthopaedic Surgeon – One of the Original Founding Physician of Wisconsin Bone & Joint, SC

Dr. Dale Bauwens moved his career into retirement on
December 22, 2023.

His wish for his future patients was to continue his legacy of Excellence In Orthopedic care through transitioning his patients to be seen and cared for by one of the current Orthopedic Physicians at Wisconsin Bone & Joint, SC.

To his past patients, Dr. Bawuens conveyed his sentiments in the letter below:

Dear Valued Patient,

I would like to inform you of my decision to retire from the practice of Orthopedics as of December 22, 2023. It has been both an honor and a privilege that you chose me for your Orthopedic care. When I started this practice 40 years ago, I had no idea how important the relationships would become between myself, my patients, and my staff and for that I thank you. Please know that I have excellent partners who will be available to assist with your future Orthopedic care. I am sure I will miss all of you!!

Best wishes,

Dale Bauwens, MD

Charles Klein, MD

Areas Of Specialization

Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
General Orthopedics
Including:
Fracture Care
Foot & Ankle Problems
Sports Injuries
Non-Operative Spine Care

Retired May 31, 2025

Dr. Charles A. Klein

Orthopaedic Surgeon – One of the Original Founding Physician of Wisconsin Bone & Joint, SC

Dr. Charles Klein moved his career into retirement on
May 31, 2025.

His wish for his future patients was to continue his legacy of Excellence In Orthopedic care through transitioning his patients to be seen and cared for by one of the current Orthopedic Physicians at Wisconsin Bone & Joint, SC.

To his past patients, Dr. Klein conveyed his sentiments in the letter below:

Dear Patients,

I have made the decision to retire from my practice of orthopedic surgery as of May 30, 2025. I appreciate the trust you have put in me, and it has been an honor to take care of you. We have many fine surgeons at Wisconsin Bone and Joint and I’m sure you will receive excellent care from whomever you choose to continue your orthopedic needs.

Sincerely,

Dr. Charles Klein