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American Geriatrics Society

Division Chief - Geriatrics and Gerontology

American Geriatrics Society, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774


The Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health seeks an exceptional and visionary academic geriatrician to assume the role of Division Chief of Geriatrics and Gerontology. This is an opportunity for a full-time Professor or Associate Professor Physician Scientist OR Academic Clinician. In this influential position, the Division Chief provides strategic and operational leadership, oversees the faculty and staff of the division, champions the expansion of our clinical, educational, and research programs, and guides the professional development of our esteemed faculty. This is also an opportunity to teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, thereby shaping the next generation of medical professionals.

The Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology is comprised of 45 faculty (including 13 research faculty), and 18 APPs (including 8 research APPs), providing primary and sub-specialty geriatric care at clinic locations, in addition to the outstanding inpatient Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) and Transitions of Care (TOC) programs they manage. The division is internationally recognized for its research programs in Alzheimer's Disease and dementia as well as Health Equity and holds a training grant for learners in the biology of aging with over $41 million in division research funding (direct costs) last year.

We are nationally recognized for Geriatric care. UW Health University Hospital is ranked #38 in the national for Geriatrics services by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025.

We seek a transformative leader in geriatrics who will foster the growth of our division's research portfolio on aging, with a focus on clinical trials, implementation science, and health services. This role promotes an inclusive culture of collaboration and cohesion among our exceptional faculty, empowering them to achieve new heights of academic excellence. They will also envision novel approaches that will accelerate our division's track record of impactful research and innovation.

Our work is supported by numerous federal grants and a long-standing partnership with William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital Geriatric, Research, Education and Clinical Center (GRECC), a prestigious center of excellence dedicated to improving health and well-being of aging Veterans. This position also includes the opportunity to serve as the VA GRECC Director, and to play a pivotal role in advancing the Center's three core missions of research, clinical care and education and training.

The Department of Medicine is the largest department in the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and the University of Wisconsin system. We have 11 subspecialty divisions; approximately 1500 faculty, staff, and learners; a $120M research portfolio (FY20); a nationally recognized residency program; 21 subspecialty fellowships; and a primary clinical affiliation with UW Health, the integrated health system of UW-Madison.

In pursuit of our vision of health and equity for all, we develop exceptional leaders who transform the world of medicine through scholarship, innovation and partnership. Building on core values of innovation, health equity, kindness, professional fulfillment, and impact in Wisconsin and beyond, together we propel today's trailblazers forward to create a healthier future for all.

Join our team and become part of a vibrant academic community that values diversity, individualized training, meaningful mentorship, and the pursuit of cutting-edge ideas. Enjoy unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with the brightest minds at UW and across the nation, in an environment that nurtures professional growth, enabling you to make a lasting impact on patient care and medical knowledge.

Located on an isthmus between two lakes, Madison is the capital city of the state of Wisconsin. Fresh off being named Livability's best U.S. city to live in for 2022, it is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 260,000 and regional population of over 1 million.

Madison boasts beautiful scenery and plentiful year-round outdoor activities with its 260 parks, more than 200 miles of trails, 15,000 acres of lakes and 12 beaches. As the home of our state government and the flagship University of Wisconsin campus, it's also a hub of education and the arts. And as a city with a large community of young professionals, it offers vibrant restaurants, bars, and live music scenes.

Qualifications ABIM - American Board of Internal Medicine Certification Required Completion of an accredited fellowship training program in Geriatrics is required. Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Geriatrics. Candidate is required to have or be eligible for a Wisconsin Medical License. We are accepting applications for tenure track or academic clinician track.

For additional information contact Deb Gugel,

gugel@wisc.edu . Contact Information To apply Tenure:

https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/division-chief-geriatrics-and-gerontology-madison-wisconsin-united-states-09ddb3c5-662e-4e84-abf0-0c4849853785

Academic Physician:

https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/division-chief-geriatrics-and-gerontology-madison-wisconsin-united-states

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