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Company: Tufts Medicine

Location: Boston, MA 02115

Description:

Assistant or Associate Professor, Vitreoretinal Surgeon

New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center

Boston, Massachusetts

The New England Eye Center (NEEC) in Boston, MA is seeking a full-time vitreoretinal surgeon to join our department. NEEC is part of Tufts Medical Center (TMC), the principal teaching hospital of the Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM) where faculty hold their appointments. TMC is one of the hospitals of the Tufts Medicine health system and provides care for patients across Massachusetts and New England.

This faculty position offers the best of both academic and private practice. The chosen candidate will have the opportunity to see patients at TMC in Boston; teach fellows, residents, and medical students; participate in academic research; as well as provide care at our satellites and affiliated partners in nearby suburban, private practice locations. The Retina division at NEEC is a busy service and allows new faculty to quickly have their desired patient volume.

Who you are:
Board certified or board eligible in Ophthalmology
Two-year fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery
Enthusiasm for building a busy clinical practice
Commitment to resident and fellow education
Interest in basic or clinical science research
Ability to obtain a Massachusetts medical license

Why join our team:

Our ophthalmologists are distinguished clinicians, educators and researchers who cover the full spectrum of visual health, from routine to complex care. The Department features innovative ophthalmic technology to complement our physicians' expertise, putting us on par with the most advanced eye centers anywhere. We facilitate over 90,000 ambulatory care visits a year and perform over 8,000 surgeries a year, providing diagnosis and treatment in all subspecialties of Ophthalmology including cataracts, corneal disorders, refractive disorders, glaucoma, oculofacial plastic and orbital disorders, and vitreoretinal disorders. Diagnosis and monitoring of treatment are facilitated by over seventy state-of-the-art ophthalmic devices. Together, we provide superb ophthalmic care for our patients.

Work, Live, and Grow:

As an employee of Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization, you will receive:
Guaranteed Base Salary
Substantive 401(A) and 403(B) retirement plans
CME Funds and Time Away
Generous Vacation and Holiday Policy
Robust Benefits Package
Eligibility for the Department incentive plan

Location:

The New England Eye Center has locations in Boston, Brighton, Brookline, Cambridge, Framingham, and Wellesley, Massachusetts. We also partner with affiliates across New England.

Boston is a highly desirable location to work and live. This historic city is known for its outstanding academic institutions, excellent public and private schools, miles of coastal and island beaches, proximity to New Hampshire and Vermont mountains for skiing and outdoor activities, local arts and cultural attractions including the Boston Symphony, Museum of Fine Arts, and professional sporting teams with the Boston Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, New England Patriots and Revolution. In addition, the city offers a vibrant nightlife of restaurants, theaters, and other activities. It is serviced by Boston Logan International Airport.

Candidates should provide a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to (email preferred):

M. Reza Vagefi, MD

Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology

Tufts University School of Medicine

Director, New England Eye Center

Tufts Medical Center | Tufts Medicine reza.vagefi@tuftsmedicine.org

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