Come join our elite Cardiothoracic Program, nationally recognized by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for excellence in outcomes.

• Full time, experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join our successful Cardiovascular Surgery Program and provide leadership to facilitate continued growth and programmatic excellence
• Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center is a 938-bed STS 3-star quaternary care facility in Milwaukee, providing innovative care to patients from across the state and across the country
• Our program has consistently achieved an overall 3-star STS rating, most recently scoring a 3-star rating in all five domains
• In addition to maintaining a full-time surgical practice, as the Medical Director of the Cardiovascular Surgery Program, duties will include overall program development in conjunction with the Cardiovascular Service Line and hospital leadership, oversight of quality and safety measures to achieve optimal outcomes and maintain our 3-star STS rating, and leading a team of high quality cardiac and thoracic surgeons
• Outstanding variety of cases include minimally invasive mitral/aortic/tricuspid valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery including arch work with circulatory arrest, TAVR, TEVAR,  LVAD insertion and heart transplantation 
• Our team currently does approximately 2000 pump and pump standby cases annually and is the region's largest provider of complex cardiothoracic surgery: approximately 30-50 heart transplants per year, and 600+ trans catheter valve replacements
• Robust practice in structural heart, aortic surgery, and heart failure
• Excellent staff support includes APCs and RNs
• EPIC EMR
• Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
• Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
• Experience a diverse and inclusive environment ensuring safe and equitable care for all patients

• Must have completed an accredited cardiothoracic surgery program
• Facile in all areas of adult cardiac surgery
• Minimum of 5 years practice experience
• Demonstrated leadership success within a high-volume, high-quality cardiothoracic surgery program
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Special consideration given to those with experience and expertise in total arterial revascularization/off pump CABG, arrhythmia surgery, and/or heart transplantation.    

• Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
• Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability 
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses 
• Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance 
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid medical liability insurance
• CME allowance
• Relocation assistance up to $12,000
• Starting salary range: $886,649 – $886,649
• Complete compensation package will be commensurate with experience
• Sign-on bonus eligible

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With a county-wide population of nearly a million, Milwaukee offers the best of everything you’d expect to find in a major city while retaining a hometown feel in its many and diverse neighborhoods. Culturally, Milwaukee has many options, ranging from performing arts centers, theaters and museums -- including an internationally designed lakefront art museum -- to one of the nation’s top 10 zoos. Sophisticated, scenic, affordable and event-filled, Milwaukee has an impressive array of public and private schools, including UW-Milwaukee and Marquette University, award-winning restaurants, world-class shopping, and one of the most convenient and “user-friendly” international airports in the world.

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Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center is the largest hospital in Wisconsin and the only hospital in Wisconsin with a 24/7 on-site heart-care team. Both the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association have recognized St. Luke’s performance in treating cardiac and stroke patients.

We provide innovative care to patients from across the state, country and world. A nationally recognized health care provider, we offer a wide range of medical specialties in a culturally affirming and compassionate way to help all people live well.

Aurora Back and Spine Program
Work with experienced spine physiatrists, surgeons, pain management specialists and integrative medicine practitioners to get the right treatment for your condition. Whether it’s a herniated disc, spinal fracture or spinal tumors, our fully integrated team is committed to finding the most minimally invasive way to treat your back pain.

Cardiac Care
Internationally known for expertise in heart care, Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center ranks among the top 10 centers in the world for minimally invasive, robotic-assisted heart surgery. Aurora St. Luke's connects you with world-renowned experts at the Cardiac Specialty Centers. And as an accredited Chest Pain Center, we are committed to providing the highest standards of quality and care.

Cancer Care Spanish Clinic
The Aurora Cancer Care Spanish Clinic is a bilingual, Spanish-speaking cancer clinic in Wisconsin. Our doctor and his staff provide exceptional care in the management of cancer and other serious hematologic diseases, while also meeting the language and cultural needs of you and your family.

New patients can be seen on Monday afternoons 2-4 pm, and follow up patients on Thursdays.

Neurological Care
Our neuroscience team is at the top of its field. You’ll find a patient-centered, collaborative approach to your treatment as well as innovative surgical techniques that deliver pinpoint accuracy and faster healing. As a certified Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, we offer our patients lower rates of long-term damage and comprehensive rehabilitation options. And our regional epilepsy and multiple sclerosis programs are national trendsetters.

Organ Transplant Services
With more than 800 heart transplants behind us – along with extensive experience in kidney, liver and pancreas transplants – we’re changing lives in miraculous ways. We have been a leader in transplant surgery since 1968.  Our program is Medicare-approved for heart, liver and kidney transplants, and offers 24-hour access to doctors and transplant coordinators.

Orthopedic Care
Our knowledgeable Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation staff is here to help you get back to your active lifestyle in a way that is comfortable and safe for you. Whatever the concern, we’re here to help you health.

Women's Health Care
From mammograms to minimally invasive surgeries, you can count on us to provide respectful, professional care.

We specialize in:

• Fertility and reproductive support
• Preventive care
• Prenatal and postpartum care
• Urogynecology and pelvic floor disorders
• Incontinence