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General Information

Location
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
One Medical Center Blvd
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Care Delivery Brand
Atrium Health - Wake Forest Baptist

Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist as a Academic Faculty Physician (Colorectal Surgery) in Winston Salem, 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 ideal candidate for this position is a mid-career surgeon. We are looking for someone who will provide expert surgical care for the spectrum of colorectal diseases in a community setting within the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist system. This position will largely involve clinical duties in Guilford County (Greensboro and High Point) North Carolina. There will be facilities for outpatient clinic, outpatient surgery and inpatient surgery. Candidates will need to possess excellent practice building and communication skills and interface with a large variety of referring physicians including primary care doctors, gastroenterologists, and oncologists. The primary practice site will be a multi-specialty office site, staffed by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist physicians.



Highlights

Clinical Duties (90%)

  • The candidate should be comfortable with all aspects of the evaluation and management of benign and malignant diseases of the intestines, colon, rectum and anus including minimally invasive approaches of robotic and laparoscopic surgery. The Candidate should be comfortable with the care of complicated patients in an inpatient setting.
  • Candidate will develop a broad community practice /colorectal presence at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s (AHWFB) new practice site in Greensboro as well as AHWFB High Point Medical Center (HPMC).
  • Candidate will pursue increased market share of colon and rectal surgery within Guilford and Randolph Counties, NC (midstate, west of Durham). They will assist in marketing the AHWFB Colon and Rectal Surgery Program to community physicians and managed care organizations. With support of the institution, individual will develop relationships and community outreach to further market penetration as the enterprise expands into previously untargeted communities (i.e. Guilford County).
  • Participate in a call structure to provide continuous care for our patients, working collaboratively with our Emergency Surgical Services
  • Ensure high quality, patient centered care in both inpatient and outpatient settings

Teaching and Scholarly Activity (10%)

  • Candidate will have a desire to teach and train learners and house staff on rotation as part of AHWFB training programs / Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
  • Colorectal Surgery plays an integral part in the training of our General Surgery Residents as well as 3rd and 4th year Medical Students
  • Candidate should be equipped and motivated to support and participate in the eventual development of a colorectal surgery fellowship within the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist system.
  • Candidate will pursue academic collaborations within the division, institution, and enterprise.
  • The candidate will be the fifth colorectal surgeon in the AHWFB colon and rectal practice. They will lead the colorectal presence in Guilford County.
  • Candidate will be expected to participate in monthly division meetings, administrative functions and institutional committees as requested

Training and/or Experience Required
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Completion of an ACGME accredited general surgical residency and colorectal surgery fellowship
  • Board Certification or eligibility in colon and rectal surgery by the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery (ABCRS)
  • Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in North Carolina 
  • 3-10 years of experience post fellowship

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 Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Winston-Salem beautifully blends rich history with modern innovation, offering residents a vibrant and welcoming community. Known for its picturesque neighborhoods like West End and West Salem, the city features charming historic homes and tree-lined streets. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with galleries, theaters, music venues, and festivals that bring the community together year-round. Walkable neighborhoods make it easy to explore local shops, parks, and restaurants, supporting an active and healthy lifestyle. Winston-Salem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living below the national average and affordable housing options. It's home to excellent educational institutions such as Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, and Salem College, recognized among the South's best college towns. With over 3,500 acres of parks, 25 miles of greenways, and easy access to both mountains and beaches, Winston-Salem offers abundant outdoor recreation. Above all, residents take pride in their genuine southern hospitality, making it easy to feel at home and build connections in this dynamic and evolving city.

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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