Chief of Cardiology and Medical Co-Director

The Division of Cardiology at Columbia University Medical Center is accepting applications on behalf of Upstate Medical University for an academic practice position as Chief of Cardiology and Medical Co-Director of the Heart Institute the SUNY Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY. The position requires an experienced MD or foreign equivalent, NYS license or eligible, and BC/BE in internal medicine and cardiology. The candidate should have demonstrated exceptional leadership, clinical and administrative skills, and federally funded research preferably in the area of heart failure. A commitment to building a regional center of cardiovascular excellence with a specific emphasis on heart failure and support of a cardiovascular institute will be central tasks in the overall job description. The Cardiovascular Institute will emphasize a patient-centered, collaborative Heart Team approach to cardiovascular disease designed to become the regional leader through innovative clinical practice and high caliber education and research within the broad array of cardiovascular services. This individual will be responsible for developing and coordinating the clinical, educational, and research programs of the Division, and effectively interfacing with programs throughout SUNY Upstate system.

SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, is the only academic medical center in Central New York and it is the region's largest employer with 9,460 employees. As a regional center, Upstate University Health System serves 1.8 million people and includes Upstate University Hospital; Upstate University Hospital at Community Campus; Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital, and numerous satellite sites. Additionally, Upstate’s educational mission is anchored by its four colleges - Medicine, Nursing, Health Professions, and Graduate Studies (biomedical sciences).

The Division of Cardiology at SUNY Upstate includes 15 hospital based providers, a cutting edge EP lab, an MRI lab, a dedicated coronary care unit, state-of-the-art cath labs, and a full range of complementary and supportive services within a Heart and Vascular Center. A well-established fellowship program as well as residents and medical students form the base for teaching activities. Collaborative opportunities exist both in the clinical and basic science venues and translational research is strongly encouraged.

As a biomedical research enterprise, Upstate focuses on the broad array of most prevalent human diseases, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, nervous system disorders, vision, and infectious diseases. The quest for treatments and cures is built upon expertise in structural, molecular, and systems biology.

All of the Columbia University affiliate programs seek to provide the highest quality of care with outcomes that exceed national benchmarks while demonstrating efficiencies with regards to resource utilization. The Columbia University relationship with affiliate programs is tangible, supporting quality infrastructure, team development, and clinical decision-making as well as access to innovative therapeutics. This is a unique opportunity that will provide a rich blend of academic acumen with busy clinical practice.

If you are aware of potential candidates for this position, please contact Lawrence Beilis, Executive Director, Columbia HeartSource at: lb724@columbia.edu; or: 212-305-7389 for additional details. Please feel free to visit our website at: http://www.upstate.edu/about/  or: www.heartsource.columbia.edu

SUNY Upstate Medical University an AA/ADA/EEO Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.