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Location
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
250 Hospital Dr
Lexington, North Carolina 
Care Delivery Brand
Atrium Health - Wake Forest Baptist

Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health Wake Forest as a Urologist in Lexington, NC—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. 

 

At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.


The Department of Urology at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Wake Forest University School of Medicine is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Urologist to join our growing regional practice in Lexington, North Carolina. This position offers the opportunity to build a busy community-based urology practice while maintaining a direct connection to one of the premier academic urology departments in the Southeast.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive urologic care to patients across Davidson County and surrounding communities, managing a broad range of general urologic conditions. The practice is supported by a robust referral network, advanced diagnostic capabilities, dedicated operating room resources, and seamless access to tertiary and quaternary services available through Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.

As a faculty member of Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the physician will have opportunities to participate in resident and medical student education, departmental conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research activities. Candidates with interests in subspecialty care, innovation, and academic engagement are encouraged to apply.

The Department of Urology is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care, education, and research. Faculty collaborate across multiple subspecialties, including:

·        Urologic Oncology

·        Reconstructive Urology and Men's Health

·        Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

·        Endourology and Stone Disease

·        Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Minimally Invasive Surgical Therapies

·        Robotic and Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgery

·        Pediatric Urology


The department maintains a fully accredited residency program and offers a comprehensive academic environment that supports physician growth, professional development, and lifelong learning. Faculty members participate in a collaborative culture focused on delivering outstanding patient outcomes while advancing the future of urologic care.



Highlights

  • Employed faculty position with Wake Forest University School of Medicine
  • Established referral network serving Davidson County and surrounding communities
  • Academic appointment commensurate with experience
  • Opportunity to participate in resident and medical student education
  • Access to clinical research and quality improvement initiatives
  • Shared call structure
  • EPIC EMR
  • Dedicated support staff and advanced practice providers
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Relocation assistance available
Training and/or Experience Required

  • MD or Do degree
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Urology
  • Eligible for unrestricted North Carolina medical licensure
  • Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
  • Interest in academic collaboration, teaching, and professional development


Benefits
  • Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Educational assistance and professional development programs
  • Paid medical liability insurance 
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
  • Relocation assistance

About Lexington, North Carolina 
Lexington is a small city located in the Piedmont Triad region, known as the "Barbecue Capital of the World." With a population of nearly 20,000, Lexington offers a rich history and a close-knit community atmosphere. The city is home to 177 manufacturing companies and a diverse array of local businesses, contributing to its flourishing economic development.

Lexington is preparing to undergo one of the largest passenger rail restoration projects in recent history, which is expected to provide an economic boost and enhance transportation options. The city also boasts numerous barbecue restaurants, making it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.

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