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Section Chief of Vascular Surgery and Director of Aortic Center, Carilion Clinic
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Roanoke, Virginia, United States, 24000
Overview
Section Chief of Vascular Surgery and Director of Aortic Center, Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA : The Department of Surgery at Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (CC-VTCSOM) in Roanoke, Virginia is currently recruiting a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon to lead the Section of Vascular Surgery. We are seeking a Chief of the Section and a Director of the Aortic Center to lead our growing team of six surgeons and seven advanced practice providers in a clinic-based academic program with opportunities in teaching, research, and clinical surgery. The ideal candidate will have both complex endovascular and open surgical skills, an excellent track record in managing advanced aortic pathology, and a collaborative approach to patient care. The clinical practice is located at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Clinic’s flagship facility with a dedicated Cardiovascular Institute (CVI). The role includes direct patient care activities such as reading noninvasive vascular labs, outpatient visits, procedures, and inpatient consultations. In July 2025, the Crystal Spring Tower, the new home of the Carilion CVI, opened. This signature 10-story building includes 7 dedicated cardiovascular operating rooms (3 Cardiothoracic, 2 Hybrid Endovascular, and 2 General Vascular), 76 inpatient beds, 9 EP and Cath Labs, MRI, CT, and non-invasive diagnostic testing. We are committed to pioneering a new era in cardiovascular health by building knowledge through research and education. This position includes a faculty appointment with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) and the surgery residency programs. Candidates have extensive research opportunities through the partnership with VTCSOM and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) at VTC. There are plans to develop a vascular surgery fellowship in the future. Carilion Clinic is a progressive, emerging leader in American healthcare dedicated to improving outcomes and enhancing value for every patient, while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research. Carilion Clinic is a physician-led, multi-specialty, not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Roanoke, Virginia, operating 7 hospitals, 264 outpatient clinics, 850 physicians representing more than 85 specialties, along with over 350 residents and fellows in 30 accredited ACGME programs. We work to provide quality care close to home for nearly 1 million Virginians. Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is Carilion Clinic’s flagship facility. The hospital has 763 beds and includes a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Carilion Children’s Hospital, specialty and advanced clinical care, and the region’s only Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. U.S. News & World Report ranks it as “Best in Region” with high performance in 16 categories and one specialty including high performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair. Teaching/Research
Education and research activities and opportunities abound through relationships with VTCSOM, FBRI at VTC, Virginia Tech, and Radford University. Our faculty are actively involved in the education of medical students, residents from multiple CC-VTCSOM training programs, allied health science students, and Virginia Tech undergraduate and graduate students. The faculty currently provides clinical training for general surgery residents, plastic surgery residents, integrated cardiothoracic surgery residents (University of Virginia), and surgical critical care fellows. Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) is a unique partnership between a public research university (Virginia Tech) and a private health care organization (Carilion Clinic) and is a fully LCME accredited, four-year allopathic medical school. The school is among the first of the new generation of medical schools in the United States. The charter class entered in August 2010, and recent class sizes have varied. The curriculum is divided into four domains: basic science, clinical science, research, and interprofessionalism. The school’s students have earned strong USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores. Students have access to clinical facilities at Carilion Clinic, with over 750 physicians representing more than 60 specialties. Students complete a research project before graduation and receive a graduate certificate in research from Virginia Tech along with an M.D. Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC FBRI at VTC is Virginia Tech’s only research institute devoted solely to biomedical research. Founded in 2010, it is one of the nation’s fastest-growing academic biomedical research enterprises. Based in Roanoke, the institute supports interdisciplinary research to address health and disease through combinations of biology, behavioral science, computation, and engineering. The institute has grown to include over 40 faculty-led research teams, significant extramural funding, and broad scopes of research across cardiovascular science, cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and regenerative medicine. The current annual extramural grant and contract portfolio is substantial, with a history of high-impact publications and industry engagement. The institute has supported economic development in the region through multiple initiatives. Administrative/Clinical : The Chief will direct the clinical, educational, and research activities for the Section. This position will lead a dynamic group practice providing comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care with state-of-the-art technology and advanced diagnostic tools. The Vascular Surgery group offers comprehensive vascular, aortic, and endovascular surgery and collaborates with Carilion’s cardiothoracic surgery teams to provide advanced aortic solutions for patients. Other requirements include: MD/DO Residency or Fellowship Training in Vascular Surgery Robust experience in complex endovascular aortic interventions Board Certification in Vascular Surgery An academic appointment at VTCSOM is required At least 5 years of progressive surgical leadership in an academic setting with an academic rank of at least Associate Professor Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Physician leadership experience with emphasis on team building; development of integrated collaborative models of care, education, and research; and managing people and programs Experience with graduate medical education is preferred About the area The Roanoke Valley is a metro area of 300,000 and has consistently been rated among the best places to live. Roanoke is in the Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and near Smith Mountain Lake. The area offers outdoor activities, cultural venues, and easy access to major air travel through Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The region has strong schools and universities and is described as a great place to live. To learn more about Carilion Clinic To learn more about Carilion Crystal Spring Tower, present home of the Cardiovascular Institute, please contact the recruitment team for information. Interested candidates should submit a Cover Letter and CV to: Robert Way, Recruiter, Physician Recruitment, Carilion Clinic Email: rjwayl@carilionclinic.org | Phone: 540-224-5189 Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity are encouraged to apply.
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Section Chief of Vascular Surgery and Director of Aortic Center, Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA : The Department of Surgery at Carilion Clinic – Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (CC-VTCSOM) in Roanoke, Virginia is currently recruiting a Board Certified Vascular Surgeon to lead the Section of Vascular Surgery. We are seeking a Chief of the Section and a Director of the Aortic Center to lead our growing team of six surgeons and seven advanced practice providers in a clinic-based academic program with opportunities in teaching, research, and clinical surgery. The ideal candidate will have both complex endovascular and open surgical skills, an excellent track record in managing advanced aortic pathology, and a collaborative approach to patient care. The clinical practice is located at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Clinic’s flagship facility with a dedicated Cardiovascular Institute (CVI). The role includes direct patient care activities such as reading noninvasive vascular labs, outpatient visits, procedures, and inpatient consultations. In July 2025, the Crystal Spring Tower, the new home of the Carilion CVI, opened. This signature 10-story building includes 7 dedicated cardiovascular operating rooms (3 Cardiothoracic, 2 Hybrid Endovascular, and 2 General Vascular), 76 inpatient beds, 9 EP and Cath Labs, MRI, CT, and non-invasive diagnostic testing. We are committed to pioneering a new era in cardiovascular health by building knowledge through research and education. This position includes a faculty appointment with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) and the surgery residency programs. Candidates have extensive research opportunities through the partnership with VTCSOM and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) at VTC. There are plans to develop a vascular surgery fellowship in the future. Carilion Clinic is a progressive, emerging leader in American healthcare dedicated to improving outcomes and enhancing value for every patient, while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research. Carilion Clinic is a physician-led, multi-specialty, not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Roanoke, Virginia, operating 7 hospitals, 264 outpatient clinics, 850 physicians representing more than 85 specialties, along with over 350 residents and fellows in 30 accredited ACGME programs. We work to provide quality care close to home for nearly 1 million Virginians. Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is Carilion Clinic’s flagship facility. The hospital has 763 beds and includes a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Carilion Children’s Hospital, specialty and advanced clinical care, and the region’s only Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. U.S. News & World Report ranks it as “Best in Region” with high performance in 16 categories and one specialty including high performing in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair. Teaching/Research
Education and research activities and opportunities abound through relationships with VTCSOM, FBRI at VTC, Virginia Tech, and Radford University. Our faculty are actively involved in the education of medical students, residents from multiple CC-VTCSOM training programs, allied health science students, and Virginia Tech undergraduate and graduate students. The faculty currently provides clinical training for general surgery residents, plastic surgery residents, integrated cardiothoracic surgery residents (University of Virginia), and surgical critical care fellows. Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) is a unique partnership between a public research university (Virginia Tech) and a private health care organization (Carilion Clinic) and is a fully LCME accredited, four-year allopathic medical school. The school is among the first of the new generation of medical schools in the United States. The charter class entered in August 2010, and recent class sizes have varied. The curriculum is divided into four domains: basic science, clinical science, research, and interprofessionalism. The school’s students have earned strong USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores. Students have access to clinical facilities at Carilion Clinic, with over 750 physicians representing more than 60 specialties. Students complete a research project before graduation and receive a graduate certificate in research from Virginia Tech along with an M.D. Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC FBRI at VTC is Virginia Tech’s only research institute devoted solely to biomedical research. Founded in 2010, it is one of the nation’s fastest-growing academic biomedical research enterprises. Based in Roanoke, the institute supports interdisciplinary research to address health and disease through combinations of biology, behavioral science, computation, and engineering. The institute has grown to include over 40 faculty-led research teams, significant extramural funding, and broad scopes of research across cardiovascular science, cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and regenerative medicine. The current annual extramural grant and contract portfolio is substantial, with a history of high-impact publications and industry engagement. The institute has supported economic development in the region through multiple initiatives. Administrative/Clinical : The Chief will direct the clinical, educational, and research activities for the Section. This position will lead a dynamic group practice providing comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care with state-of-the-art technology and advanced diagnostic tools. The Vascular Surgery group offers comprehensive vascular, aortic, and endovascular surgery and collaborates with Carilion’s cardiothoracic surgery teams to provide advanced aortic solutions for patients. Other requirements include: MD/DO Residency or Fellowship Training in Vascular Surgery Robust experience in complex endovascular aortic interventions Board Certification in Vascular Surgery An academic appointment at VTCSOM is required At least 5 years of progressive surgical leadership in an academic setting with an academic rank of at least Associate Professor Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Physician leadership experience with emphasis on team building; development of integrated collaborative models of care, education, and research; and managing people and programs Experience with graduate medical education is preferred About the area The Roanoke Valley is a metro area of 300,000 and has consistently been rated among the best places to live. Roanoke is in the Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and near Smith Mountain Lake. The area offers outdoor activities, cultural venues, and easy access to major air travel through Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The region has strong schools and universities and is described as a great place to live. To learn more about Carilion Clinic To learn more about Carilion Crystal Spring Tower, present home of the Cardiovascular Institute, please contact the recruitment team for information. Interested candidates should submit a Cover Letter and CV to: Robert Way, Recruiter, Physician Recruitment, Carilion Clinic Email: rjwayl@carilionclinic.org | Phone: 540-224-5189 Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity are encouraged to apply.
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