Munyaradzi Chimukangara, MD, FACS

The opportunity to work with his hands to restore one’s health, and the unique opportunities and dynamic interactions surgery offers, were the reasons behind Munyaradzi Chimukangara, MD’s, decision to become a surgeon. “The art of discovering the inside of the human body brings a combination of mystery and complexity,” he said. He chose Specialists in General Surgery for its diverse thought and work, together with the unique, innovative environment fostered by the group. “In addition, it is the value of challenging each other to become better individuals, colleagues and spouses/parents that sets this group apart,” he said. Dr. Chimukangara enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, enjoying the outdoors, vegetable gardening, sports, and being involved in his church.

SPECIAL MEDICAL INTERESTS:

• Advanced laparoscopy
• Robotic assisted surgery
• Reflux disease/GERD
• Paraesophageal hernia
• Hiatal hernia
• Gallbladder surgery
• Weight loss (bariatric) surgery
• GI surgery
• Abdominal wall hernias
• Groin hernias
• Upper endoscopy

Education:

• B.S., Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn.
• M.D., State University of New York – Upstate Medical University
• Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, Wis.
• Fellowship: Minimally Invasive Surgery & Bariatric Surgery, The Ohio State University

Certifications:

• Board certified in general surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Fundamentals in Laparoscopic Surgery
• Fundamentals in Endoscopic Surgery
• Fundamental Use of Surgical Energy
• Advanced Trauma Life Support
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
• SAGES Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Certification
• da Vinci Surgical System Certification

Memberships:

• American College of Surgeons
• American Medical Association
• American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons
• Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

Leadership:

• Chief of Surgery, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital
• Medical Executive Committee, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital, 2022-present
• Clinical Instructor – General Surgery, Ohio State University, 2017-2018
• Co-author of book chapter on Outcomes in Inguinal Hernia Repair in “Textbook of Hernia – 2017”
• Co-author on research pertaining to the impact of frailty on paraesophageal hernia repair outcomes

Awards:

• Top Doctor, Rising Star, Mpls./St. Paul Magazine, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
• Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Best Research Award 2016
• Medical College of Wisconsin James R. Wallace Award for Minimally Invasive Surgery 2017
• Standing Ovation Award (professionalism, empathy, dedication, and character), Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin 2016
• Medical College of Wisconsin Resident Teaching Award: 2014, 2015, 2016
• Medical College of Wisconsin Research Day Best Research Presentation Award 2015
• Patient Organization Excellence Team Award 2014
• Gold Humanism Honor Society (excellence in clinical care, leadership, compassion, and dedication to service)