IBD Gastroenterologist

<p>Do you want to grow your career at one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals? <a href="https://www.slhn.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">St. Luke's University Health Network</a> is seeking a BC/BE fellowship trained Inflammatory Bowel Disease Gastroenterologist to join our <u>growing IBD program</u> and a growing team of 41 diverse and dynamic physicians. Our team is shaping the future of gastroenterology services in the region through the development of new and innovative programs and brand-new state of the art endoscopy centers. Successful candidates will split time between beautiful Allentown and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania where you will experience a culture immersed in innovation, while supporting a wonderful local community.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>IBD care at St. Luke's University Health Network:</strong></p><ul><li>We are eager to expand our IBD program!</li><li>Currently, we have one IBD Fellowship-trained gastroenterologist (Dr. Tomov) and an IBD-trained physician assistant. We are actively recruiting new clinicians trained in IBD care</li><li>We have an IBD Program Coordinator, Nurse, and 3 prior authorization Specialists</li><li>We have set up efficient processes to diagnose and start patients on appropriate therapy</li><li>Strong collaboration with an excellent colorectal surgery team</li><li>Collaboration with other specialties including Rheumatology, Dermatology, and Nutrition</li><li>We serve a population of nearly 6,000 IBD patients, many of whom have not had access to subspecialty care. Through our IBD program and healthcare network, we are now able to provide tertiary-level care for even the most complex IBD patients.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>A unique blend of academic opportunities and private-practice-level compensation</strong></p><ul><li>St. Luke's is affiliated with Temple Medical School. Our department supports and trains medical students, internal medicine residents and gastroenterology fellows</li><li>Our team conducts clinical research and participates in industry- and NIH-sponsored as well as investigator-initiated research and serves as Faculty at the Temple / St. Luke's School of Medicine</li><li>Help Dr. Tomov set up an IBD Multidisciplinary Conference, Journal Club, community IBD outreach initiatives, multidisciplinary clinics, and more</li><li><u>This is a new and growing IBD program - get involved and shape its future</u>!</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>In joining St. Luke's University Health Network you will enjoy:</strong></p><ul><li><span style="color: black;">Work/life balance and flexibility </span></li><li><span style="color: black;">Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff</span></li><li>Our GI Division delivers over 43,000 annual visits and performs about 30,000 procedures.</li><li><span style="color: black;">Exceptional compensation package, starting bonus, and relocation reimbursement</span></li><li><span style="color: black;">Rich benefits package, including malpractice, health and dental insurance, loan forgiveness and generous CME allowance</span></li><li><span style="color: black;">Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities</span></li><li><span style="color: black;">A St. Luke's "family" that will help you adapt to the new region. </span></li></ul><p> </p>