Cleveland Clinic Florida - Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program Director

Cleveland Clinic Florida’s Primary Care Institute is seeking an exceptional physician leader to serve as Program Director for the Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program at our Weston, Florida location. This ACGME-accredited, one-year fellowship has been training future leaders in Geriatric Medicine since 2004 and is nationally recognized for its comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care.

Program Overview
The Cleveland Clinic Florida Geriatric Medicine Fellowship provides world-class training rooted in the 5Ms of Geriatrics — Mind, Mobility, Multicomplexity, Medications, and What Matters Most. Fellows benefit from a multidisciplinary, interprofessional environment and learn from experienced Geriatricians committed to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care to older adults. With a strong track record of producing graduates who become leaders in clinical care, research, academics, and administration, the program emphasizes both clinical excellence and leadership development.
Located in South Florida, a region with rich cultural diversity and a rapidly growing aging population, Cleveland Clinic Florida offers fellows a broad and meaningful clinical experience.

Role & Responsibilities
The Program Director will have full responsibility, authority, and accountability for the operation of the fellowship program. Key responsibilities include:
• Leading curriculum development and implementation
• Ensuring ongoing compliance with ACGME accreditation standards
• Mentoring fellows in clinical practice, research, and professional development
• Collaborating with faculty and institutional leadership across departments and specialties
• Maintaining a meaningful clinical practice in Geriatrics to ensure educational relevance and high-quality patient care
The Program Director will dedicate 20% of their professional effort to administrative and educational responsibilities, with institutional support for this time.

Qualifications
• MD or DO with board certification in Geriatric Medicine
• Demonstrated experience in graduate medical education leadership
• Strong commitment to clinical care, medical education, and scholarship
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic Florida
Cleveland Clinic is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation and is a global leader in patient care, medical education, and research. The Geriatric Medicine Fellowship is supported by a highly experienced faculty and provides access to world-class resources across the Cleveland Clinic enterprise. Fellows train in a collaborative environment that values innovation, academic rigor, and respect for older adults.

About Weston, Florida
Weston is a master-planned, family-friendly community located 20 minutes west of Fort Lauderdale and 45 minutes from Miami. Known for its top-rated public schools, lush green spaces, and exceptional safety, Weston offers an outstanding quality of life. With a vibrant mix of cultures, abundant recreational amenities, and proximity to both beaches and the Everglades, Weston is an ideal place to live and work.

Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter with your application.

For more than 100 years, Cleveland Clinic has been committed to the improvements in patient care, enhancements in medical education and breakthroughs in medical research. The tradition continues with Cleveland Clinic Florida. The Cleveland Clinic Florida region is a nonprofit, multi-specialty healthcare provider that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. The Florida region now includes Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin South Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin Tradition Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, with five hospitals and numerous outpatient centers in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties. The Florida region is an integral part of Cleveland Clinic, where providing outstanding patient care is based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Physicians at Cleveland Clinic are experts in the treatment of complex conditions that are difficult to diagnose.

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer. Smoke/drug free environment.

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