Urologist-Hartford, Connecticut
Connecticut Surgical Group, a 50-physician and growing independent practice in Hartford, Connecticut has a phenomenal opportunity for a BE/BC Urologist to become the incontinence and impotence specialist in the northern and central portion of the state, as we prepare for an upcoming retirement and to further increase the level of subspecialized Urological care in the region. A highly regarded multispecialty surgical group in the New England region that includes 13 Urologists, many of our surgeons are known internationally in their respective fields. Candidates available in 2010 or 2011 will be considered.Our Urologists enjoy a desirable call schedule with only four weekdays and one weekend per month. Cases will be performed at Hartford Hospital, an 819-bed Level I Trauma Center and teaching facility that includes 5 da Vinci robots. To expand expertise in the field of surgery, Hartford Hospital is developing a multimillion dollar Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI), to complement its existing Simulation Center.Connecticut Surgical Groups surgeons performed 441 robotic prostatectomies in 2009, which accounted for 60% of the market share in the state of Connecticut. Dr. Steven Shichman, Head of our Urology Division, has been a leader in the development of laparoscopic nephrectomies and was among the first in the nation to perform this procedure. As well, Dr. Joseph Wagner specializes in robotic prostatectomies and serves as Director of Hartford Hospitals Robotic Surgical Program - the largest in the Northeast and ranked within the Top 10 in the nation. Our staff includes a RN specializing in urodynamics, and we offer preoperative nurse education services, including a support group for post-prostatectomy patients.Active academic involvement via the Urology Residency program at UCONN, and clinical research is available * Security of being employed with the opportunity for partnership, if desired* Back up, camaraderie, expertise, and call support of quality surgeons * Utilize a state-of-the-art surgicenter based in a highly-visible and upscale market at West Hartford Centers Blue Back Square, a mixed-use retail/office/residential area ( www.bluebacksquare.com ) * The area boasts quality public and private educational options *Hartford offers the beauty and culture of New England with easy access to the major metropolitan cities of New York City, Boston, and Providence - all within two-hours - plus fabulous skiing options! * The shores of Long Island Sound at New Haven are 45 minutes away!