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Academic Oculoplastic Surgeon OpportunityJoin Atrium Health Wake Forest as an Academic Oculoplastic Surgeon in Winston Salem, NC, part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.At Advocate Health, we're committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You'll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist seek a fellowship-trained Oculoplastic Surgeon to join our academic faculty through a unique joint appointment in the Departments of Ophthalmology and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop a comprehensive academic oculoplastic practice within one of the nation's leading academic health systems. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to a broad referral network and opportunities for clinical excellence, research, education, and global outreach.Unique OpportunityThis position offers a rare academic partnership between Plastic Surgery and Ophthalmology, providing comprehensive exposure to the full spectrum of oculoplastic surgery—from aesthetics and periocular rejuvenation to orbital disease, skull base collaboration, trauma, congenital reconstruction, and post-Mohs reconstruction—within a large tertiary referral center and integrated academic health system.HighlightsJoint faculty appointment in the Departments of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Ophthalmology, at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor levels.Academic practice within Wake Forest University School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United StatesComprehensive oculoplastic and orbital surgery practice encompassing:Functional and aesthetic eyelid surgeryPeriocular facial rejuvenation and cosmetic proceduresMohs reconstruction and periocular oncologic reconstructionOrbital surgeryLacrimal surgeryThyroid eye disease managementCongenital craniofacial and periocular deformitiesTrauma reconstructionSkull base and multidisciplinary surgical collaborationParticipation in a high-volume tertiary and quaternary referral centerPractice at a Level I Trauma Center with extensive multidisciplinary collaborationOpportunity to develop specialized clinical interests and innovative programsAccess to dedicated clinical, research, and educational resourcesTraining and/or Experience RequiredMD, DO, or equivalent medical degreeCompletion of an accredited ophthalmology residencyCompletion of an ASOPRS-accredited fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryASOPRS board-certified or board-eligibleEligibility for medical licensure in North CarolinaDemonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and scholarly activityBenefits About Winston-Salem, North Carolina Winston-Salem beautifully blends rich history with modern innovation, offering residents a vibrant and welcoming community. Known for its picturesque neighborhoods like West End and West Salem, the city features charming historic homes and tree-lined streets. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, with galleries, theaters, music venues, and festivals that bring the community together year-round. Walkable neighborhoods make it easy to explore local shops, parks, and restaurants, supporting an active and healthy lifestyle. Winston-Salem offers a high quality of life with a cost of living below the national average and affordable housing options. It's home to excellent educational institutions such as Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, and Salem College, recognized among the South's best college towns. With over 3,500 acres of parks, 25 miles of greenways, and easy access to both mountains and beaches, Winston-Salem offers abundant outdoor recreation. Above all, residents take pride in their genuine southern hospitality, making it easy to feel at home and build connections in this dynamic and evolving city.About Advocate HealthAdvocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.When you join Advocate Health, you're joining a team that's committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we're redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you'll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.