Adult Reconstruction Surgeon
Cleveland Clinic's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation is conducting a national search for an Orthopaedic Surgeon with subspecialty expertise in Adult Reconstruction to join one of the most active and academically productive joint arthroplasty programs in the United States.This is a full-time academic position offering a faculty appointment through the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine (CCLCM/CWRU SOM). The successful candidate will join a collegial group of adult reconstruction specialists engaged in high-volume clinical care, multi-center prospective research, and the teaching of orthopaedic residents and fellows in one of the country's most established training programs.The position is integrated with the Global Peak Performance Center (GPPC), Cleveland Clinic's $40M investment in elite athlete performance science co-located with the Cleveland Cavaliers training facility. This infrastructure offers unique opportunities for research collaboration at the intersection of arthroplasty outcomes, joint preservation, and performance medicine.Clinical Focus & Practice ProfileThe ideal candidate brings fellowship-trained expertise in adult reconstruction with a primary focus on primary and revision total hip and knee arthroplasty. Strong interest in or established practice in the following areas will distinguish candidates:Revision total hip and knee arthroplasty, including complex reconstructive casesJoint preservation surgery: hip arthroscopy, periacetabular osteotomy (PAO), hip allograft, and limb realignment osteotomiesArthroplasty in the setting of osteonecrosis of the hip and kneeParticipation in large-scale prospective clinical trials and multi-center outcomes registriesFellowship-level education of orthopaedic residents and adult reconstruction fellowsPrior experience in comprehensive joint preservation is a significant asset but not required. The program is structured to accommodate a range of subspecialty profiles within the adult reconstruction continuum, and the candidate's practice can be shaped in partnership with departmental leadership.QualificationsMedical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institutionBoard certification or board eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS or equivalent)Completion of ACGME-accredited fellowship training in Adult ReconstructionActive Ohio medical licensure or eligibility for licensure at time of appointmentDemonstrated surgical proficiency in primary and revision total joint arthroplastyRecord of or clear interest in peer-reviewed scholarship, clinical research, or educational leadershipStrong interpersonal and communication skills; commitment to patient-centered care and team-based practiceWhat Cleveland Clinic OffersWe are committed to providing an environment where clinician-scholars can build meaningful careers. This position includes:Competitive base salary with productivity-based compensation; details provided to qualified candidatesProtected research time and departmental support for scholarly activity and grant developmentFaculty appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University School of MedicineMalpractice coverage, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and comprehensive benefitsAccess to a high-volume, tertiary-referral patient panel with national and international reachEngagement with a nationally recognized fellowship program and resident education programMembership in a collaborative, multi-site enterprise spanning Ohio, Florida, and LondonAbout Cleveland Clinic OrthopaedicsCleveland Clinic Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation is consistently ranked among the top orthopaedic programs in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. The enterprise spans 23 hospitals and more than 270 outpatient facilities across Ohio, southeast Florida, Las Vegas, Toronto, Abu Dhabi, and London, with more than 5,700 salaried physicians and researchers practicing across 140 specialties.Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit, multispecialty academic medical center founded in 1921 on the principles of cooperation, compassion, and innovation. The institution has pioneered landmark advances in medicine and surgery and remains one of the most recognized academic health systems in the world.The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery maintains one of the largest and most productive adult reconstruction programs in the country, with robust infrastructure for clinical trials, outcomes research, and translational science. The department is led by Thomas E. Mroz, MD, Enterprise Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position is available immediately. Candidates seeking additional information about the role, practice structure, or compensation framework prior to formal application are encouraged to reach out directly to the department. Salary posted is a starting range, candidates may be paid a higher salary.