Outstanding Advanced Fellow – Thoracic Transplant and Adult Cardiac Surgery Opportunity at Temple Health

The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is seeking a BE/BC cardiothoracic surgeon for the role of advanced fellowship for thoracic transplant, mechanical circulatory support and adult cardiac surgery with attending surgeon’s privileges.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Participate in heart and lung organ procurement and implantation including the screening, selection and follow up on cardiothoracic patients.
• Examine, diagnose, and surgically treat patients with end-stage cardiopulmonary diseases and cardiovascular patients.
• Participate in the management of patients in the ICU, Floor and Clinic in heart/lung transplantation service and cardiovascular surgery service and provide surgical treatments such as tracheostomy, re-exploration of the chest, ECMO, etc. as needed.
• Must have ownership of patients’ outcomes, Morbidity and Mortality defined by STS and SRTR.
• Assist and/or perform other cardiac surgeries as assigned by the Division Chief.
• You are expected to participate in adult cardiac call, aortic call, thoracic transplant call and shock/VAD call.
• Clinical responsibilities and call schedule are directly guided by the Chief of the Division. Services will be rendered at any location serviced by the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery including all established and future campuses and partner sites.

The Department of Surgery offers potential candidates a uniquely supportive practice environment with an emphasis on quality patient care, research, teaching, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members.

Candidates must possess an M.D. or D.O with Board Certification/Eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or foreign equivalent; eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is required. Lastly, applicants will have excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills and strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Temple Health refers to the health, education, and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple Health and by the Katz School of Medicine. Temple Health is one of Philadelphia's leading academic medical centers, with 20 clinical departments; 8 basic Science Departments; 13 research centers (all engaged in patient care education and research), and more than 1,000 physicians and scientists sharing the mission of bringing innovative treatments to patients.

Temple Health is a progressive and innovative organization that consistently receives national and regional accolades for excellence in healthcare.

Procedure for Candidacy
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an online application: https://bit.ly/3BAoU54 

Application materials should include: a curriculum vita, personal statement stating your qualifications, ABTS certification or proof of eligibility or equivalent, three professional references names/contact information and a statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to: Yoshiya Toyoda, MD, PhD, William Maul Measey Professor of Surgery, Chief, Division of Cardiovascular Surgery., C/O William Mawhinney, Sr. Physician/Faculty Recruiter, Physician Faculty Recruitment and Retention, Email: William.mawhinney@tuhs.temple.edu 

Temple University Hospital (TUH): As the chief clinical training site for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, TUH is a teaching hospital where the latest procedures and techniques are pioneered and where students and other physicians come to learn. It is also a robust research center that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science and altering the course of serious disease. All of this means that Temple physicians and staff are at the forefront of medical knowledge.

For more information about Temple University Hospital, please visit: https://bit.ly/2KyPg9I

Temple Faculty Physicians (TFP): Temple Faculty Physicians, the academic practice plan of Temple University Health System, is made up of more than 500 physicians who represent almost every subspecialty in modern medicine – from family medicine physicians to organ transplant surgeons.

For more information about Temple Faculty Physicians, please visit: https://bit.ly/3cNj4Lw

Lewis Katz School of Medicine (LKSOM): The School of Medicine and Temple University Hospital (TUH), its chief clinical training site, provide care for patients from throughout the region seeking advanced tertiary- and quaternary-level care. In addition, TUH serves one of the most vulnerable populations in the nation, providing more free and under-reimbursed care than any other hospital in Pennsylvania.

For more information about the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit: https://bit.ly/2KtfMBj

Temple Health consists of:

• Temple University Hospital (TUH)
• Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus
• Fox Chase Cancer Center
• Temple University Hospital – Episcopal Campus
• Temple University Hospital – Northeastern Campus
• Temple University Hospital- Women's and Families
• Temple Health- Chestnut Hill Hospital (TH-CHH)
• Temple Faculty Physicians
• Temple Physicians, Inc.
• Temple Transport Team
• ReadyCare

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