Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship
About The Position
A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colorado, it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient’s bedside. The Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship prepares surgeons for careers in academic or private practice by providing comprehensive clinical, surgical, and research training. Fellows gain experience at CU Anschutz and affiliated hospitals under the guidance of dedicated faculty. Key Fellowship Components: Rotations and Clinical Experience: · Experiences in breast imaging, medical and radiation oncology, pathology, plastic surgery, genetics, psycho-oncology, and rehabilitation · Supervision is initially direct with graded autonomy in clinic and OR · Assist with teaching residents and medical students Didactics, Conferences, & Program Director Meetings: · Orientation and structured educational sessions · Case presentations and weekly lectures · Monthly mentorship meetings with Program Director Research Expectations & Scholarly Development: · Critically review and evaluate new research · Participate in quality improvement initiatives · Present at national meetings and produce manuscripts · Develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills Patient Care Skills: Perform general and disease-specific history and physical exams Counsel patients and obtain informed consent Manage surgical complications and complex clinical decision-making By integrating clinical experience, operative training, and research, the fellowship ensures graduates are prepared for independent practice and leadership in Breast Surgical Oncology.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. or non-U.S. citizen qualified to obtain a full medical license in the State of Colorado
- Complete all 3 steps of USMLE
- Completed an accredited general surgery or OB/GYN residency program in the United States
- Be American Board of Surgery or American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology eligible
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
Responsibilities
- Experiences in breast imaging, medical and radiation oncology, pathology, plastic surgery, genetics, psycho-oncology, and rehabilitation
- Supervision is initially direct with graded autonomy in clinic and OR
- Assist with teaching residents and medical students
- Orientation and structured educational sessions
- Case presentations and weekly lectures
- Monthly mentorship meetings with Program Director
- Critically review and evaluate new research
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Present at national meetings and produce manuscripts
- Develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
- Perform general and disease-specific history and physical exams
- Counsel patients and obtain informed consent
- Manage surgical complications and complex clinical decision-making
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Tax deferred annuity savings option plans (401k, 403B, 457)
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
