Surgical Oncologist

The Department of Surgery at Henry Ford Health in Detroit, Michigan, is seeking to hire a fellowship-trained Complex Surgical Oncologist to join our dynamic group.  The candidate will join a robust Complex Surgical Oncology Division with a high-volume practice in all aspects of complex surgical oncology, including gastric, pancreas, neuroendocrine, melanoma and sarcoma, including robotic minimally invasive surgery.  As a member of the Henry Ford Medical Group and Henry Ford Health Cancer service line, the candidate will be supported within an innovative, academic, and patient-centered environment. 

• S/he will be an engaged member of a multidisciplinary cancer care team including collaboration with Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Supportive Oncology, Pathology, Radiology, Genetics, Precision Medicine, and Clinical Trials Divisions and Departments.
• The position is based at a regional Henry Ford Health facility but will also have a dual responsibility at Henry Ford Hospital and the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion.
• Candidate will be responsible for building and augmenting the complex surgical oncology program at a Henry Ford Health regional site.
• Skill set should include minimally invasive (including both laparoscopic and robotic) approaches to surgical procedures.
• The candidate will contribute to advancing patient’s comprehensive experience by participating in disease-specific multidisciplinary cancer clinics, tumors boards, clinical trials, and translational research opportunities.
• Academic appointment opportunities are available through our Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences partnership, as well as Wayne State University.

The Division of Surgical Oncology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit is a leader in multidisciplinary, patient-centered surgical oncology, playing an integral part of the Henry Ford Health Cancer Service Line, one of the state’s premier cancer center programs.  In January 2021, Henry Ford Health opened the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion, a new 187,000 square foot outpatient cancer center in Detroit, MI, that serves as the anchor for world-class cancer care provided throughout Henry Ford locations in southeast and southcentral Michigan. Every detail within its walls – from the innovative technologies and elite teams of cancer experts to the supportive services, healing art and natural light – is designed for patient’s comfort, hope and healing.

Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University Health Sciences recently initiated a partnership that will be a catalyst for discovering and advancing a new standard of health for Michigan and beyond. Henry Ford Health, one of the nation’s leading integrated health systems providing innovative, quality care for more than 100 years and Michigan State University, one of the world’s leading research universities focused on advancing the common good for more than 160 years, are joining forces to transform health care. Through a joint research enterprise, a robust cancer center, and a focus on academic medical and health education of the future, this partnership will work to fight the health disparities that plague our most vulnerable communities, both rural and urban.

Please submit a CV and letter of interest to: David S. Kwon, MD, Division Head of Surgical Oncology, Henry Ford Cancer Institute, c/o Laura Settles at lsettle2@hfhs.org. 

Qualifications:

• Completed an ACGME approved Complex Surgical Oncology fellowship and be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery and Surgical Oncology

• M.D. or equivalent who are American Board of Surgery eligible or certified in general surgery

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Michigan medical license
• Ideal candidates will have a strong experience and proven track record of outstanding patient care and be committed to expanding a patient-focused, comprehensive multidisciplinary general complex surgical oncology program
• A track record of excellence in teaching is also highly desired

For more than 100 years, Henry Ford Hospital has been a leader in advancing medicine and delivering the most innovative treatments. This 877-bed academic hospital is recognized for clinical excellence, is staffed by the Henry Ford Medical Group and is recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center and a Magnet® facility. “Destination Grand,” a $2.2 billion development underway, includes a vastly expanded Henry Ford Hospital, with a new hospital facility and patient tower to open in 2029. 

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint area locations, Henry Ford now offers care in 550 locations, including 13 acute care hospitals, 3 behavioral health facilities (featuring 2 world-class addiction treatment centers), a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility, and multiple cancer care destinations, including the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion in Detroit.

Our full continuum of services spans from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, complemented by a health insurance plan, home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, and eye care. Henry Ford Health is powered by 50,000 dedicated team members committed to delivering exceptional care and fostering innovation.

Based in Detroit, we're leading the Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment centered on reimagining our academic healthcare campus. Our mission extends beyond patient care to include cutting-edge research and education, with a focus on innovation, population health, and complex care.

For those interested in joining our team, learn more about career opportunities at henryford.com/careers.