Sentara Health
Program Director, Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant and Mechanical Circulatory
Sentara Health, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Program Director, Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant and Mechanical Circulatory Assist
Sentara Health is seeking an innovative and academically accomplished System Medical Director to lead and expand its nationally recognized Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant (AHFT) Program. This high-impact leadership position offers the opportunity to shape the future of heart failure care across a 12-hospital integrated system, headquartered at Sentara Heart Hospital on the campus of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Overview
Established in 1989, our renowned Heart Transplant Program is rooted in a legacy of excellence in nationally recognized cardiac surgery and renal transplant medicine. We deliver comprehensive, multidisciplinary care across the entire continuum—from advanced heart failure and cardiogenic shock management to mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and heart transplantation. Since the launch of our program, we’ve performed 580 life-changing cardiac transplants. Our 1-year survival rates consistently surpass national benchmarks and currently lead the state of Virginia. Our program includes a Cardiology fellowship program beginning July 2026, a Cardiac Advanced Imaging Center, and strong clinical trial infrastructure with growing national research presence. Sentara Health is a top-tier integrated health system serving over 1 million covered lives across Virginia and northeastern North Carolina through its own health plan. Our 12-hospital network enables harmonized care delivery and expansion of academic and clinical services across the region. Key Responsibilities
Lead and grow a comprehensive, system-wide AHFT program Centralize and harmonize heart failure care within 12 hospitals and satellite networks Mentor junior faculty and support fellowship education Drive clinical trial performance and academic output Collaborate with transplant, cardiothoracic surgery, and MCS teams to enhance outcomes Advance Sentara’s national reputation in heart failure, transplantation, cardiogenic shock, and temporary and durable mechanical circulatory support Qualifications
Active, current practice in all aspects of Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant Cardiology and Durable Mechanical Support for at least 5 years, including training M.D. or D.O. board certified in Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology Licensed to practice in Virginia Qualify for designation by UNOS as Primary Physician Minimum 5 years of leadership experience, strong clinical, technical and research skills (clinical trials), and a collaborative approach to patient care Position Highlights
Named Top 50 Heart Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Professorship and leadership titles available based on experience Dedicated administrative and research time Research startup packages through EVMS/ODU for funded investigators Comprehensive support staff and ancillary services Expansion of system-wide clinical trial operations Flexible RVU structure to ensure adequate administrative and research time Highly competitive salary Academic appointments through EVMS and ODU Research packages through EVMS and ODU possible for candidates with extramural funding Sign-on and commencement bonuses Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and more Exceptional retirement plan with matching contribution Generous PTO and CME allowance Full coverage for malpractice and tail Fully integrated EHR (EPIC) Living in Coastal Virginia
Located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, the Norfolk area offers an exceptional lifestyle for physicians and their families. The region is known for its cultural richness, family-friendly communities, and outdoor recreation. Proximity to Virginia Beach, the Outer Banks, and Washington, D.C. provides easy access to weekend escapes and metropolitan amenities, with a favorable cost of living and high quality of life. Interested Candidates
Please submit your CV or direct inquiries to: Lindsay Fanney Email: llruther@sentara.com Cc: Professor and Section Head, Cardiology, Eastern Virginia Medical School; Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University; George and Linda Kaufman Academic Chair of Cardiology, Sentara Health
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Sentara Health is seeking an innovative and academically accomplished System Medical Director to lead and expand its nationally recognized Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant (AHFT) Program. This high-impact leadership position offers the opportunity to shape the future of heart failure care across a 12-hospital integrated system, headquartered at Sentara Heart Hospital on the campus of Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Overview
Established in 1989, our renowned Heart Transplant Program is rooted in a legacy of excellence in nationally recognized cardiac surgery and renal transplant medicine. We deliver comprehensive, multidisciplinary care across the entire continuum—from advanced heart failure and cardiogenic shock management to mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and heart transplantation. Since the launch of our program, we’ve performed 580 life-changing cardiac transplants. Our 1-year survival rates consistently surpass national benchmarks and currently lead the state of Virginia. Our program includes a Cardiology fellowship program beginning July 2026, a Cardiac Advanced Imaging Center, and strong clinical trial infrastructure with growing national research presence. Sentara Health is a top-tier integrated health system serving over 1 million covered lives across Virginia and northeastern North Carolina through its own health plan. Our 12-hospital network enables harmonized care delivery and expansion of academic and clinical services across the region. Key Responsibilities
Lead and grow a comprehensive, system-wide AHFT program Centralize and harmonize heart failure care within 12 hospitals and satellite networks Mentor junior faculty and support fellowship education Drive clinical trial performance and academic output Collaborate with transplant, cardiothoracic surgery, and MCS teams to enhance outcomes Advance Sentara’s national reputation in heart failure, transplantation, cardiogenic shock, and temporary and durable mechanical circulatory support Qualifications
Active, current practice in all aspects of Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant Cardiology and Durable Mechanical Support for at least 5 years, including training M.D. or D.O. board certified in Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology Licensed to practice in Virginia Qualify for designation by UNOS as Primary Physician Minimum 5 years of leadership experience, strong clinical, technical and research skills (clinical trials), and a collaborative approach to patient care Position Highlights
Named Top 50 Heart Hospital by U.S. News & World Report Professorship and leadership titles available based on experience Dedicated administrative and research time Research startup packages through EVMS/ODU for funded investigators Comprehensive support staff and ancillary services Expansion of system-wide clinical trial operations Flexible RVU structure to ensure adequate administrative and research time Highly competitive salary Academic appointments through EVMS and ODU Research packages through EVMS and ODU possible for candidates with extramural funding Sign-on and commencement bonuses Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and more Exceptional retirement plan with matching contribution Generous PTO and CME allowance Full coverage for malpractice and tail Fully integrated EHR (EPIC) Living in Coastal Virginia
Located in the heart of Coastal Virginia, the Norfolk area offers an exceptional lifestyle for physicians and their families. The region is known for its cultural richness, family-friendly communities, and outdoor recreation. Proximity to Virginia Beach, the Outer Banks, and Washington, D.C. provides easy access to weekend escapes and metropolitan amenities, with a favorable cost of living and high quality of life. Interested Candidates
Please submit your CV or direct inquiries to: Lindsay Fanney Email: llruther@sentara.com Cc: Professor and Section Head, Cardiology, Eastern Virginia Medical School; Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University; George and Linda Kaufman Academic Chair of Cardiology, Sentara Health
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