Chief of Pediatric General Surgery

Description:


Nemours Children's Health Delaware Valley Department of Surgery is seeking a board-certified/board eligible Pediatric General Surgeon with experience in fetal surgery to serve as Director of Perinatal Surgery and Chief of its Division of Pediatric General Surgery in Wilmington, DE. The successful candidate will be a proven leader and have board certification in Pediatric Surgery and will be responsible for supporting our Advanced Delivery Unit and Fetal Care Center Programs, Level One Pediatric Trauma Center, Level 4 NICU, and ELSO Platinum Level ECMO Program.

Our Pediatric General Surgery Division includes 9 pediatric surgeons, 5 advanced practice providers, 2 specialty nurses, and 4 fellows (1 clinical and 3 research). The clinical practice for this role will encompass all aspects of pediatric general surgery as well as specialized expertise in fetal surgery. This leadership position is an opportunity to build upon a strong foundation, drive innovation, expand clinical services, and mentor the next generation of pediatric surgical leaders. This role offers the unique blend of clinical leadership, strategic development, academic responsibility, and administrative oversight within a rapidly growing and nationally recognized institution. Participation in our Pediatric Surgery fellowship program allows for education and mentoring of the next generation of pediatric surgeons. Opportunities are available to engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to the advancement of pediatric surgical care.

Program Highlights

• Growing Fetal Care Center and complex delivery program with a new 12 bed Advanced Delivery Unit with interventional capabilities opening Spring 2026
• Advanced quality and safety infrastructure that standardize care and improve patient outcomes by reducing adverse events, narcotic usage, and length of stay
• Bariatric Surgery program
• Chest wall disorders treatment program
• Colorectal surgery program
• Opportunities for dedicated research time
• Comprehensive Department of Surgery encompassing all pediatric surgical specialties

As an American College of Surgeons (ACS) Surgical Quality Partner, Nemours Children's Health Delaware Valley demonstrates a steadfast dedication to continuous improvement, patient safety, and surgical excellence. Our surgical teams have proudly achieved verification and distinction from the following ACS Quality Programs:

• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• MBSAQIP (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program)
• NSQIP - Pediatrics (National Surgical Quality Improvement Program)
• COC (Commission on Cancer)
• Level I CSV (Children's Surgery Verification)

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A package that is commensurate with training and experience plus annual incentives valuing clinical, academic and quality achievements
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match and 457 plans
• Relocation Support: Mortgage assistance and relocation packages
• Work-Life Balance: Six weeks of paid family leave
• Professional Development: CME, licensure and dues allowances
• Additional Benefits: Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; no state sales tax in Delaware

Position/Qualification Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric General Surgery
• Fetal Surgery experience
• Board certified/eligible in Pediatric General Surgery
• Valid medical license and DEA

How to Apply/For Confidential Consideration

For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter.

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About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Learn more at Nemours.org .