Gastroenterology, Medical Director, Intestinal Rehabilitation

Pediatric Gastroenterology Medical Director, Intestinal Rehabilitation

Cincinnati Children’s seeks an experienced, innovative, and dedicated Medical Director for Intestinal Rehabilitation to lead and further develop our internationally recognized Intestinal Rehabilitation Program. The ideal candidate will be a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist specializing in intestinal failure, transplantation, and rehabilitation. This leadership role will oversee the comprehensive care of patients with complex intestinal diseases, coordinate multidisciplinary care teams, and drive clinical excellence, education, and research in intestinal rehabilitation.

• Leadership and Program Development
• Serve as the clinical leader for the Intestinal Rehabilitation Program, working closely with the Gastroenterology, Surgery, Neonatology, Transplant and Nutrition teams to provide seamless, comprehensive care.
• Oversee the growth and strategic direction of the program, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and national standards of care.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols and pathways to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
• Collaborate with the hospital leadership to ensure appropriate resource allocation for program sustainability and growth.
• Patient Care
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, family-centered care for children with intestinal failure from short bowel syndrome, primary motility disorders or mucosal enteropathies.
• Coordinate care across multiple specialties, including gastroenterology, surgery, neonatology, nutrition, nursing and allied health, to ensure comprehensive treatment plans for both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Oversee transition programs for patients moving from pediatric to adult care.
• Education and Mentorship
• Foster an environment of excellence in education by teaching and mentoring fellows, residents, and junior faculty in the areas of intestinal rehabilitation and pediatric gastroenterology.
• Develop educational materials and participate in outreach efforts to increase awareness of intestinal rehabilitation programs both locally and nationally.
• Research and Innovation
• Support and participate in clinical and translational research efforts to advance the field of intestinal rehabilitation.
• Foster collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s research teams to develop new treatments, therapies, and best practices.
• Identify funding opportunities and lead grant writing efforts to support research and program growth.
• Quality Improvement and Outcomes
• Lead quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, reducing complications, and improving long-term outcomes for patients with intestinal failure.
• Track and report program metrics, including patient outcomes, length of stay, and readmission rates, to ensure continuous improvement.

• M.D., D.O., or equivalent degree
• Current active medical license issued by the State of Ohio or eligible for license
• Appropriate medical credentialing through the Medical Staff Services offices
• Completion of all required pre-employment activities
• Associate Professor or Professor appointment or eligibility required
• Generally, requires a minimum of five years of service at the Assistant Professor rank
• Board certification in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in intestinal rehabilitation, transplantation, or related fields, with a track record of excellence and innovation

• Demonstrated leadership and experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commitment to patient care, education, and research.
• Experience in quality improvement and program development is highly desirable.

• Experience with leadership in an academic medical center.
• Proven ability to collaborate across specialties and departments to achieve common goals.
• Strong research background with a history of publications in the field of pediatric gastroenterology and/or intestinal rehabilitation.

Interested candidates should submit a confidential cover letter of interest, CV, and the names and contact information of three references to the Chair of our…