Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
Chair, Department of Surgery – Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (LHMC) LHMC in Burlington, MA seeks a visionary physician leader to serve as Chair of Surgery. This vital role oversees clinical, academic, strategic, and operational functions across all surgical services.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead strategy, innovation, and quality initiatives
Recruit and develop top surgical talent
Oversee performance, safety, and operations
Foster collaboration across LHMC and Beth Israel Lahey Health
Maintain clinical practice and support education and research
Department Highlights: Includes 13 specialties: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery, General Surgery, Gynecology, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, Transplant/Hepatobiliary, Urology, and Vascular Surgery. Supports ACGME-accredited residencies and offers faculty appointments via UMass Chan School of Medicine.
Ideal Candidate:
Board-certified M.D./D.O. with MA licensure eligibility
7–10 years of academic surgical leadership
Proven excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research
Strong strategic, operational, and people leadership
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
About LHMC: A 333-bed Level I trauma center 17 miles from Boston, LHMC is part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, a leading system focused on innovation, seamless care, and healthier communities.