General Surgeon


 
 

Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine
Department of Surgery
East Lansing, Michigan

 
 

 

As a major academic center of excellence, we are seeking individuals with a strong belief and commitment to clinical and academic excellence.

The Department of Surgery currently has 23 general surgery residents in training. This position includes teaching medical students and residents and requires the ability to pursue clinical or basic research. Clinical services provided will include general surgery care support for the Level 1 trauma center at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. The position is 80% clinical, 10% teaching and 10% research. The position is a full time Health Professions track position with rank commensurate with academic qualifications and experience. 

The Community:

Lansing is Michigan’s State Capitol, with a population of 250,000.  Lansing boasts the influence of state government, Michigan State University (MSU) and the automotive industry (recently awarded contracts to build two General Motors assembly plants).  Lansing and the surrounding area have several school systems that consistently exceed averages for the State’s MEAP scores.  For the sports enthusiast, there are 38 golf courses in the Lansing area and several lakes for boating and fishing.  Approximately an hour and 15-minute drive from Lansing are several professional sports teams including the Detroit Lions, Red Wings, Pistons and 2006 American League Champion Tigers.

All candidates must be board certified/eligible in surgery and must possess the desire and ability to successfully participate in the teaching and research performed in the division. Interest in bariatric, minimally invasive or hepatobiliary surgery would be helpful.

For more information, or to apply or refer candidates, please contact:

Shavonne Polk, Search Consultant
Phone (248) 344-1450
Fax (248) 347-2231
Email spolk@aegis-group.com