Position/Rank
Academic Transplant Hepatologist
Department
00229 - Gastroenterology
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
upon hire
Details
The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Utah seeks an Academic Hepatologist to join our dynamic and established Transplant Hepatology Program. Our multidisciplinary team includes 5 transplant hepatologists, 4 abdominal transplant surgeons, 6 transplant coordinators, 11 advanced practice providers, and 5 transplant pharmacists, all committed to delivering exceptional care.
This faculty position emphasizes hepatology and liver transplantation, with the option to incorporate outpatient endoscopy based on individual interest. Clinical responsibilities may include transplant and general hepatology, as well as outreach activities. The role includes both inpatient and outpatient care, with inpatient time shared on a rotating basis among the hepatology faculty. Academic duties may involve teaching or mentoring gastroenterology fellows and medical house staff, contributing to weekly educational conferences, and participating in clinical or basic science research.
As a regional leader in liver transplantation, our program has successfully performed over 400 liver transplants to date, with projections exceeding 50 transplants this year. University of Utah Health is committed to advancing this program into a nationally recognized Center of Excellence. A key strategic focus is the development of a comprehensive care model for patients with steatotic liver disease. Our work is currently strengthened by robust collaborations with weight management, addiction medicine, radiology, pathology, and oncology. To learn more about the division, please visit our website:
https://medicine.utah.edu/internal-medicine/gastroenterology
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- MD or equivalent medical degree
- Board certification in Gastroenterology (ABIM)
- Board eligibility in Transplant Hepatology (ABIM)
- Eligibility for a Utah medical license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification in Transplant Hepatology (ABIM)
How to Apply:
Inquires may be sent to: Dr. Ann Flynn, Interim Chief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at
ann.flynn@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
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