Derek Spindler, MD

Education

BS, Liberal Arts, University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Residency, Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin

Professional Activities

Dr. Derek Spindler is assistant professor (CHS) in the Division of Hospital Medicine and Complex Care. His primary interests include clinical care, quality improvement, and medical education. He currently serves as associate program director for the Pediatrics Residency Program.

Clinical Interests

Spindler is a pediatric hospitalist and specializes in the care of hospitalized children encompassing a broad range of medical conditions. He is board certified in pediatric hospital medicine.

Research Interests

Spindler’s current academic work seeks to explore the management practices of patients hospitalized with respiratory illness and quality improvement initiatives for caring for these patients. His research also aims to investigate clinical care practices of hospitalized children more broadly.