Clinical Asst Prof

Job Summary

Michigan Medicine Faculty Position as Chief of Cardiac Surgery – My Michigan Health (Midland & Saginaw).

We are seeking a visionary and compassionate Cardiac Surgeon for a faculty appointment with Michigan Medicine to lead transformative change as the inaugural Chief of the My Michigan Health Cardiac Surgery Program under a new collaborative care model between My Michigan Health and University of Michigan Health.

This leadership role is a full‑time faculty position with the University of Michigan Medical School, based at My Michigan Health's Midland and Saginaw campuses. You will oversee a well‑established clinical practice with significant planned expansion.

The program currently performs over 600 open‑heart and structural heart procedures annually across both sites, including 320+ open cases and 200+ TAVR procedures, with goals to continue to grow our transcatheter mitral and tricuspid program. A faculty appointment at the University of Michigan Medical School, with a comprehensive benefits package, will be offered. The academic rank will be Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor based on your experience and qualifications.

• Strategic vision and program development aligned with both institutions.
• Collaborative team leadership with cardiologists, hospital leadership, and support staff.
• Recruitment, hiring, and mentorship of new faculty surgeons and team members.

• High‑volume practice serving the Mid‑Michigan community for 17+ years.
• Support from experienced cardiac‑trained anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and a dedicated structural heart team.
• Equitable shared call schedule with faculty colleagues;
  Advanced Practice Providers on first call.
• Comprehensive cardiovascular services with two operating rooms including a hybrid OR.
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities for University of Michigan medical students and residents.

• U‑M Health Frankel Cardiovascular Center ranked #1 in Michigan.
• My Michigan Medical Center Midland recognized as a High Performing Hospital for Aortic Valve Surgery, Heart Failure, and TAVR.
• My Michigan Health named Forbes “America’s Best Employers By State” for four consecutive years and recognized by AMA.
• Michigan Medicine’s Department of Cardiac Surgery leads in pioneering treatments.

• MD or DO degree.
• Board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) or equivalent.
• Completion of an ACGME‑accredited cardiothoracic surgery residency.
• Proficiency in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery with excellent technical skills.
• Full, unrestricted medical license in the State of Michigan.
• Minimum of 5 years experience.

• Proven track record of high‑quality outcomes and program development leadership.

• Professional liability coverage.
• CME allowance and dedicated time off.
• Relocation assistance.
• Retirement plans: 403(b) with employer contribution and 457(b) plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Comprehensive health, pharmacy, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.

Located in central Michigan, Midland is an upscale, family‑oriented community of nearly 50,000. It offers cultural, educational, recreational, and leisure activities and is known as the "Ann Arbor of the North." The area is part of the Great Lakes Bay Region, within a few hours of major city amenities.

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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