Medical College Of Wisconsin Inc.
Neurosurgeon, Multi-Disciplinary Spine - Open Rank
Milwaukee, WI
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About the role
- The Department of Neurosurgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is seeking a board-certified neurosurgeon to join our academic practice serving the greater Milwaukee area and eastern Wisconsin.
- Spine Care at MCW has a rich history, being one of the earliest multi-disciplinary spine programs in the country.
- The Department of Neurosurgery Faculty includes 28 actively practicing neurosurgeons, 5 chiropractors, 11 research faculty, and numerous adjunct and emeritus faculty.
Responsibilities
- Specific goals of the position will be to grow the team of surgeons and co-lead the team of multidisciplinary experts in a landscape of increasing demand for specialized spine care.
- Neurosurgery PIs have the highest rate of extramural funding on campus and enjoy significant support from our internal infrastructure as well as that of the Wisconsin Institute of NeuroScience (WINS).
- Opportunity to develop a comprehensive elective and complex spine practice supported by a strong regional referral network.
- Dedicated advanced practice provider and administrative support to optimize clinical efficiency and patient access.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Chair or Chair-Designate
Requirements
- Prior leadership experience with multidisciplinary care teams
- References will be required at an appropriate time in the process.
- Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Graduation from an ACGME-accredited residency program
- Board certification from the American Board of Neurological Surgeons
- State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain a license, in Wisconsin.
- Rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor at existing institution
- Procedure for Candidacy
- To submit your application, please click on "Apply Now." You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
- For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:
- Jen Van Abel Thibodeau, Physician & APP Recruiter
- jvathibodeau@mcw.edu
Nice to have
- Spine fellowship preferred, particularly for applicants who trained after the implementation of CAST accreditation
Compensation
- FMLH admits over 40,000 patients per year and provides more than 1 million outpatient visits annually.
Benefits
- FMLH (also known as Froedtert Hospital) is a 781-bed quaternary academic medical center with consistent Magnet nursing designation and Top 20 Vizient rankings.
- With the expansion of our service area to the Froedtert ThedaCare health system and networks, there is an opportunity to lead the coordination of services throughout the region.
- This is also a leadership opportunity to contribute to MCW and the Neurosurgery Department's missions of clinical excellence, education, research, and community engagement.
- A growing and highly collaborative academic spine program within the Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Health.
- Opportunity to lead student, resident, and fellow education through MCW's nationally recognized training programs.
- The MCW Department of Neurosurgery advances the field of neurological surgery through world-class adult and pediatric clinical care, groundbreaking research, and innovative education.
- This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a pioneering, comprehensive, multi-disciplinary spine practice within one of the Midwest's leading academic health systems.
Company info
- We offer CAST-accredited fellowships in Complex Spine, Neuroendovascular Neurosurgery, Skull Base, Functional Neurosurgery, and Neurocritical Care, and we plan to apply for Neurotrauma in 2027.
- Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society.
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity in backgrounds, experiences and perspectives through merit-based processes, and in alignment with all applicable laws.
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