Neurosurgeon- General & Skull | The heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion

Why Join Us

Tenet Healthcare and DMC Medical Group are seeking a fellowship-trained skull base neurosurgeon to join a nationally recognized academic medical center in the heart of Detroit. The Detroit Medical Center is home to a newly established, fully accredited Neuro Critical Care Fellowship program, placing you at the forefront of neurosciences education and innovation. With hospital privileges across all five DMC facilities and a robust support infrastructure, you'll have the resources to practice at the highest level and the bandwidth to pursue research if you choose.

Position Highlights

• Mixed practice: general neurosurgery and skull base procedures
• Typical schedule: 3-4 clinic days and 1-2 OR/procedure/call days per week
• Shared call among 5 providers with 8 NPs supporting inpatient rounds 24/7
• Primary practice location: DMC Neurosurgery Clinic at Harper Hospital (downtown Detroit)
• Hospital privileges at all 5 DMC facilities
• PACS imaging on-site, directly connected to the hospital
• Supportive ancillary staff and in-house billing, coding, and collections
• Research participation welcomed
• Free parking at all DMC facilities

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation through a full-time employed model
• Physician time off including vacation and CME allowance
• Marketing support, website development, and practice management services handled for you
• Malpractice insurance provided, including tail coverage
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Deferred compensation program
• Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Board eligible or board certified in neurological surgery
• Completion of an accredited skull base fellowship required
• Michigan medical license, or eligibility to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan
• 3-5 years of clinical experience post-training

Why Detroit

Detroit is a city in the midst of a remarkable renaissance a dynamic blend of deep cultural heritage and forward-looking energy that makes it one of the Midwest's most compelling places to live and work. The city offers an affordable cost of living, thriving neighborhoods like Midtown, Corktown, and Indian Village, and a world-class arts and music scene anchored by the Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown's lasting legacy. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to the Great Lakes, the Detroit Riverfront, and Michigan's stunning natural landscapes just beyond the city limits. With excellent schools, a diverse and welcoming community, and a cost of living well below the national average for a major metro, Detroit offers physicians an exceptional quality of life at an unmatched value.

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About Tenet Health

Our Community Built on Care comes to life with our providers.

At Tenet Healthcare, we believe in fostering an environment that enables our physicians to focus on what matters most – providing compassionate care to the communities we serve. That care is supported by a strong foundation of highly trained and mission-driven team members, advanced medical equipment, medical expertise, and robust data and technology.

Our footprint is expansive, allowing thousands of physicians the privilege to serve patients across the country. Whether you are just finishing your residency or fellowship training, or exploring ways to further your medical career, Tenet is proud to offer a wide range of opportunities to the medical community to advance our mission of providing quality, compassionate care.