Physician - Neurointerventional Surgery Fellowship
Baptist Health is recognized as a top place to work in healthcare and cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for over 30 years. As Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system, we provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute, and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
About the role
This 12-24-month fellowship in Neurointerventional Surgery provides specialized training in cerebrovascular (CV) surgery, integrating both microsurgical and endovascular techniques. The program is designed to develop clinically skilled, research-oriented neurovascular surgeons who will become leaders in the field. Fellows will gain extensive experience in cerebral angiography, advanced neurovascular interventions, and cerebrovascular microsurgery. Baptist Health has performed over 1,400 endovascular procedures and over 800 cranial cases, offering extensive hands-on experience to trainees.
Responsibilities
- Hands-on surgical and endovascular procedures
- ICU rounds and neurovascular patient management
- Research and academic development
- Pediatric cerebrovascular training
- Monthly 24-hour call schedule arranged among fellows
- Participation in Monday, Thursday, and Friday conferences and clinic hours when not in OR/IR
Training Structure
First-Year Fellow (Junior Fellow)
- Focuses on ICU rounds, clinical service, and basic endovascular skills
- Intensive simulator-based training
- Assists senior fellows and faculty in basic and advanced procedures
- Direct supervision and quarterly evaluations
Second-Year Fellow (Senior Fellow)
- Serves as Chief Fellow with administrative responsibilities
- Oversees operative scheduling, on-call coverage, and team management
- Primary surgeon in complex surgical and interventional cases (under supervision)
- Special focus on pediatric cerebrovascular surgery
- Advanced training in:
- Aneurysms, AVMs, AVFs, carotid disease
- Acute stroke management, cerebral revascularization
- Pediatric neurovascular pathologies
Requirements
- Education: Neurosurgery, Neurology, or Radiology background
- Board Eligibility/Certification: Preferred but not mandatory (international fellows accepted)
- Licensure: Florida Limited License (International Fellows) or Full License (US Graduates)
- Skills/Experience: Strong background in neurosurgery, neurology, or radiology
Duration: 1-2 years (based on experience and training)
Fellowship Type: OFF THE MATCH Non-ACGME/CAST Certified (guided by ACGME Competencies)
Fellowship Start Date: July 2028
Primary Location: Downtown - 841 Building, Jacksonville, Florida