Neurosurgeon Job at Beacon Health System in Kalamazoo, MI

1. Physicians interested in this position will work 40 hours per week (36 patient facing and 4 administrative hours) with 2 – 2.5 days in OR and 2 – 2.5 days in clinic.
2. Call Schedule: 24/7 call shared between current neurosurgeons

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Why You’ll Love Living in Our Community

Kalamazoo, Michigan was ranked one of the  Top 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S. (2024)—and for good reason. This vibrant, mid-sized city offers the perfect blend of urban energy and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family.

Stretch your legs on the scenic  Kal-Haven Trail, a unique 34-mile-long multi-use path that connects Kalamazoo with the Lake Michigan beach town of South Haven. If cultured experiences are more your style, explore the world-class Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum or the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. You can also spend your summer cheering on the Kalamazoo Growlers, the beloved summer collegiate baseball team. Their name, “Growlers,” is a nod to Kalamazoo’s rich brewing heritage and the growling black bears native to Michigan. Speaking of brews, Kalamazoo is also home to one of the nations most iconic craft breweries, Bell’s Brewery.

Among its many assets, Kalamazoo features prominent educational institutions, including  Western Michigan University and the WMU Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, making it a hub for education and innovation.

Located  halfway between Chicago and Detroit and just 45 minutes from the Lake Michigan shoreline, Kalamazoo offers the convenience of big-city access with the charm of a close-knit community. Just outside Kalamazoo, the City of Portage has earned recognition as one of the best places to live in Michigan, thanks to its excellent schools and family-friendly atmosphere.

One of the most unique benefits of living here is the  Kalamazoo Promise—a groundbreaking scholarship program that provides graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools with up to 100% tuition coverage at any public college or university in Michigan, including top institutions like the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.

In Kalamazoo, you’ll find a welcoming community, a fulfilling lifestyle, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—both professionally and personally.