Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery position at UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at UPMC Magee Women's Hospital is seeking a full-time specialist in Complex Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) in the Division of Academic Obstetrics/Gynecology.  The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Minimally invasive surgical team consists of 4 faculty members, support of Advanced Practice Providers in the outpatient setting and our faculty has a robust surgical practice completing 300-400 surgeries per year. Our group provides outstanding evidence- based in-office and surgical care in the local area and support patients in our surrounding communities. The department has an AAGL accredited fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Candidates will be expected to mentor and teach residents and fellows that routinely rotate through our service. We are seeking to hire an academic surgical gynecologist who possesses strong interest in research and clinical expertise in the following focus areas:

• Endometriosis
• Uterine Fibroids
• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
• Pelvic Pain
• Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Responsibilities

• Surgically independent with complex MIGS procedures, including advanced endometriosis and fibroid treatment
• Perform minimally invasive gynecological surgical procedures, including laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-op assessments of patients to determine best surgical approach.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
• Demonstrated interest in research
• Commitment to education of medical students, residents and fellows
• Ability to participate and lead activities that foster an inclusive environment for coworkers and patients

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a residency program in surgery or a related specialty.
• Valid state medical license and DEA registration.
• Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Surgery.
• Proven experience in performing minimally invasive gynecological surgeries.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with medical advancements

About UPMC Magee Women’s Hospital and UPMC

• UPMC Magee-Women’s Hospital is a world-class center for both women’s health and comprehensive medical-surgical care and an innovative leader in the delivery of women’s health care and research.
• A National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health, UPMC Magee-Women’s Hospital is one of the first recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Nearly 10,000 babies are born at Magee each year, accounting for 45 percent of all births in Allegheny County.
• The hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit is the largest in Pennsylvania and one of the largest in the country, treating more than 1,500 seriously or critically ill babies each year.
• Magee-Women’s Research Institute is a nationally and internationally recognized center for women’s health study.
• Magee serves as the teaching facility for obstetrics, gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and neonatology for the University of Pittsburgh.
• UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, PA
• 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians
• Over 40 academic, community and specialty hospitals
• Over 800 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites
• UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
• Closely affiliated with University of Pittsburgh

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a is a vibrant, mid-sized city with the feel of a small town. Located in the southwest corner of Pennsylvania, it offers the best of everything — an urban melting pot, historical landmarks, ethnic neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, picturesque countryside, and the famous three rivers.
• The city is renowned for its cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district.
• The city's major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Pittsburgh has a reputation as an advancing leader in medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• The city is consistently ranked as one of the top places for families in the U.S. and one of the most affordable, livable, and safest U.S. cities.