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Physician- Director of Obesity Program

University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Job Description - Physician- Director of Obesity Program (26000167) Physician- Director of Obesity Program - ( 26000167 ) National Search – Director, Obesity Program Associate or Professor Level | University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH A Flagship Leadership Opportunity in a Major Academic Health System University Hospitals (UH), in affiliation with Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) , invites applications and nominations for the position of

Director, Obesity Program

— a transformative leadership role with the mandate and resources to design one of the nation’s most integrated, multidisciplinary obesity care models. The Director will lead the creation and growth of a

system-wide obesity system of excellence

that unites clinical care, prevention, education, and research across UH’s extensive network — including one of the largest primary care groups in Northeast Ohio and a broad array of specialties such as endocrinology, bariatric surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, hepatology, orthopedics, and behavioral health. The Ideal Candidate We seek an accomplished physician leader with: National visibility

and a record of scholarly achievement in obesity medicine or a related field Proven program-building experience , ideally across large health systems The ability to inspire and lead multidisciplinary teams in clinical, academic, and community settings Passion for improving outcomes and access for patients with obesity and metabolic disease Position Highlights Leadership with Impact:

Build and direct a fully integrated obesity program with strong institutional backing Academic Platform:

Faculty appointment at CWRU at the Associate or Professor level, with protected time for teaching and research Collaborative Reach:

Leverage UH’s robust primary care network and multi-specialty partnerships to drive coordinated care Population Health Potential:

Influence prevention and treatment strategies for a diverse regional population Resources to Succeed:

Dedicated support for program development, recruitment, and innovation initiatives MD, DO, or equivalent; board-certified in Endocrinology, Obesity Medicine, or related specialty Eligible for appointment at the Associate or Professor rank at CWRU Strong track record of leadership, clinical excellence, research productivity, and educational contributions

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