University of Rochester Seeking a Medical Bariatrician

The Division of Bariatric/GI Surgery of the Department of Surgery located at Highland Hospital, seeks an accomplished and collaborative Medical Bariatrician to join its established multidisciplinary bariatric and metabolic care program. This faculty position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional patient-centered care, contribute to the education of residents, fellows, and medical students, and help advance the growth and innovation of obesity medicine within a leading academic health system. This is an exceptional opportunity for an obesity medicine physician to provide clinical leadership, mentor learners and colleagues, foster multidisciplinary collaboration, and contribute to the continued evolution of a comprehensive obesity medicine and bariatric surgery program.

The University of Rochester is located in Rochester, New York and is surrounded by world class culture, affordable housing and nationally ranked public schools. The City of Rochester is a mecca for the arts: home to a philharmonic orchestra, wonderful museums including the Strong National Museum of Play, internationally recognized dance companies as well as The Eastman School of Music. The Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of the top 10 Jazz festivals in the nation. The region boasts access to great watersports both on Lake Ontario as well as the Finger Lakes. The Finger Lakes region is also home to many internationally known wineries.

 

Key Responsibilities

* Provide strategic and clinical leadership for the obesity medicine program, helping to advance quality, access, operational excellence, and the standardization of care across the enterprise.

* Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary team of obesity medicine providers across multiple practice locations.

* Collaborate closely with colleagues in bariatric surgery, psychology, nutrition, endocrinology, hepatology, cardiology, primary care, and other specialties to deliver coordinated, patient-centered obesity care.

* Contribute to the growth and development of clinical, educational, and programmatic initiatives that enhance the obesity medicine program.

* Provide mentorship and educational support to faculty, advanced practice providers, fellows, residents, and other trainees.

* Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based medical management for patients with obesity.

* Oversee the medical evaluation and management of patients undergoing metabolic and bariatric surgery, including preoperative optimization and long-term postoperative care.

* Participate in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical trials consistent with the candidate's interests and experience.

 

Qualifications

* Eligible for a New York State medical license

* Must meet all credentialing requirements

* Compliance with University and New York State health requirements, including successful completion of a post-offer health assessment and drug screen.

* ABOM certification or eligibility to obtain certification

* Advanced training and/or significant clinical experience in obesity medicine and bariatric care.

* Established clinical expertise

* Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered care and programmatic growth.

* Strong interpersonal, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

* Demonstrated interest in teaching, research, and other scholarly activities.

 

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

About University of Rochester Medicine

Advancing Health, Enriching Lives

University of Rochester Medicine is the leading academic health system in Upstate New York, uniting research, education, and patient care to advance health and well-being for all. Centered in a world-class research institution, we bring together passionate people and purposeful innovation to drive discovery, develop the next generation of health professionals, and deliver the most advanced care.

Mission: To improve lives and communities by relentlessly pursuing discovery, learning, and healing - setting new standards in health care, research, and education.

Structure: Our enterprise includes eight hospitals, nine urgent care centers, and a broad primary care network across the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier regions. It is anchored by Strong Memorial Hospital, Golisano Children’s Hospital, the NCI-designated Wilmot Cancer Institute, and the Eastman Institute for Oral Health.

Education: Through the School of Medicine & Dentistry, School of Nursing, and Eastman Institute for Oral Health, University of Rochester Medicine trains physicians, nurses, dentists, scientists, and other health professionals who are shaping the future of health.

Research: More than 3,000 researchers advance breakthroughs in diseases from cancer and heart disease to Parkinson’s and pandemic influenza.

Clinical Care: University of Rochester Medicine provides comprehensive, patient-centered care - from primary and community health to world-class specialty services—improving outcomes across the region and beyond.