Plastic Surgeon Opportunity - Build a Program in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hospital Employed | Level II Trauma Center | Excellent Leadership SupportLutheran Health Network is seeking a board certified, experienced, Plastic Surgeon to help build and grow the comprehensive plastic surgery program in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This is a rare opportunity to step into a blank-slate practice with strong hospital backing, modern resources, and exceptional autonomy.Opportunity Highlights Hospital-employed position Build a cutting edge, high quality program from the ground up State of the art facility with 3 Davinci Robots including the DV5 Strong leadership support with flexibility to shape your practice and case mix Level II Adult & Pediatric Trauma Center Light trauma call at one hospital location, daytime coverage only Block time available for elective/planned cases Strong Network of general and specialized surgeons Ability to perform a broad spectrum of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries Practice includes: Trauma-related plastic surgery Minor burn & Wound clinic Acute surgery follow-ups Inpatient consults Outpatient clinic Opportunity to develop whatever subspecialty focus you desireLutheran Hospital Lutheran Hospital anchors the network as a 396-bed tertiary care center and Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, serving as a regional referral hub with excellent OR access, advanced technology, and collaborative surgical services.Ideal Candidate Experienced Plastic Surgeon preferred Interested in program development and long-term growth Collaborative, motivated, and community-focusedCompensation & BenefitsA comprehensive compensation package may include: Guaranteed salary plus wRVU incentive Commencement bonus Medical education debt repayment assistance Stipend during residency/fellowship (if applicable) CME allowance and generous vacation 401(k) with employer contribution Health, dental, and vision benefits Relocation assistanceIndiana is considered “physician-friendly,” with malpractice reform and the elimination of non-compete restrictions for primary care physicians.Life in Fort Wayne, INFort Wayne offers the ideal balance of professional opportunity and quality of life: Affordable cost of living Top-rated public and private schools, colleges, and universities Extensive parks, trails, lakes, and golf courses Family-friendly attractions including the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, and Botanical Conservatory Easy access to major metros: Indianapolis (2 hours); Chicago, Cincinnati, and Detroit (within 3 hours)Learn more about living and practicing in Fort Wayne: www.visitfortwayne.com www.cityoffortwayne.org www.fwchamber.org Additional Information: - Specialty: Plastic Surgery - Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States - Contact: About the Company: Lutheran Hospital is a 396-bed tertiary care facility that opened on Thanksgiving Day in 1904. Lutheran's areas of specialized care include northern Indiana's only heart and kidney transplant programs, a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Level II verified adult and pediatric trauma centers, an accredited and commended community hospital cancer care program and a certified primary stroke center. Lutheran's trailblazing history of heart care is also evident through its accreditations as a heart failure institute and chest pain center. It has also achieved advanced certification from The Joint Commission for ventricular assist devices. Lutheran Children's Hospital teams with more than 75 pediatricians practicing in 27 areas of pediatric specialty in an environment filled with imagination and color. Lutheran Hospital is committed to providing the highest level of expertise and technology locally so patients don't have to travel hours from home to receive the care they deserve.    Lutheran Health Network, whose members are owned by subsidiaries of Community Health Systems, is an integrated healthcare delivery system and the largest healthcare provider in the region with eight separately licensed hospitals and nearly 1,000 licensed beds including 793 in Allen County alone. The foundation of Lutheran Health Network is a strong team consisting of more than 7,000 associates. Each network entity offers a wide range of services and specialties. LHN facilities had more than 41,500 inpatient admissions and more than half a million outpatient visits in 2012. Lutheran Health Network continues to provide patients with extensive access to specialized care through its hospitals, patient care centers and physician practices. The strength of Lutheran Health Network allows it to recruit highly skilled physicians, innovate with the newest technology and participate in clinical research. These attributes enable it to sustain and grow its spectrum of services, and most importantly, deliver the choice, support, care and patient experience that have long been its hallmark. Network members include Bluffton Regional Medical Center, Dukes Memorial Hospital, Dupont Hospital, Kosciusko Community Hospital, Lutheran Hospital, The Orthopedic Hospital, RediMed, Rehabilitation Hospital of Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph Hospital and Community Memorial Hospital, an affiliate of the network located in northwestern Ohio.