The University of Kansas Health System Department of Plastic Burn and Wound Surgery is seeking a microsurgery fellow to join our team in providing compassionate high-quality care to our community.
This role includes providing patient care in plastic burn and wound surgery with a special focus on the treatment of complex microsurgery including breast lymphedema head & neck and extremity.
You will initially spend your time providing clinical care and related services including both outpatient and inpatient care of plastic surgery patients as well as performing surgical procedures.
The role includes teaching and mentoring medical students and residents with active participation in the educational process at both a local and national level. The faculty member will also be involved in clinical and/or translational science research depending on interests and departmental addition the position requires attending the annual American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery meeting and participating in the Fellowship Round Table. The microsurgery fellow will serve under the supervision of the department of plastic burn and wound surgery microsurgery fellowship director.
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About The University of Kansas Hospital:
Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care Center for Transplantation Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.
About Kansas City:
A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus which is within close proximity to the citys top destinations including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts Union Station & Science City National WWI Museum Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art as well as the Country Club Plaza a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.
Overall the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage a strong economy a vibrant downtown area and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe suburban neighborhoods great restaurants and shopping miles of bike paths parks and lakes excellent schools (public private and universities for higher education).
The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs Kansas City Royals KC Current and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC Kansas City Mavericks and we will be hosting the World Cup!
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Ann Terry Physician Recruiter
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The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education.