Physician - Plastic

Cleveland, OH

Specialty Plastic
Profession Physician

Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

The Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Cleveland Clinic has a faculty position opening for a Lymphedema surgeon. Successful candidates will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care within Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Candidates must have completed an accredited BC/BE Plastic Surgery training program as well as have advanced Fellowship training in microsurgery.  Involvement with the full spectrum of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery where significant opportunity exists in the area of lymphedema surgery and supermicro surgery, additional interest and expertise in the following is welcome: implant/expander based breast reconstruction; free flap breast reconstruction; complex wound management secondary to subspecialty consultations; and aesthetic breast, body and facial surgery.

The successful candidate will have experience with program building and working in a multidisciplinary manner with colleagues in numerous specialties. A focus on teaching and an interest in participating in active research programs are also desired as we sponsor an ACGME accredited Plastic Surgery training program.

The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery currently includes 20+ Plastic Surgeons, leading a residency program of 24 current residents.  In addition, the department supports four clinical fellows in Breast, Microsurgery, Craniomaxillofacial/Pediatrics and Aesthetics.  The Plastic Surgery Research program supports two research fellows and a number of international supported researchers in addition to a clinical research coordinator and director of an on-going microvascular laboratory course. Innovation across the breadth of surgery is the reputation of the Cleveland Clinic and an essential culture of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 

From advancements in Face/Abdominal Wall/Hand/Orbital Transplantation to innovations in wound healing, neuromodulation, immune tolerance and organ preservation, the departments vision is to continue to assist in leading and advancing the practice of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

This dynamic position commands competitive salary enhanced by an attractive benefits package including medical malpractice coverage and a collegial work environment.

Our melting-pot culture with affordable homes and top rated public and private schools and universities, Cleveland provides excellent resources to live and learn. Outstanding Healthcare, Technology and Innovation companies provide the backbone to Clevelands growing economy. Variety of available activities, world renowned orchestra, theater district and entertainment.