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| Specialty: | Family Medicine, Academic |
| Location: | Philadelphia, PA, |
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Summary of Opportunity The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) is currently seeking qualified applicants and candidate nominations for the role of Chairperson, Department of Family and Community Medicine. The ideal candidate is a leader in academic Family and Community Medicine with a proven track record in clinical and community service, program development, collaboration and scholarly research. The candidate will have the proven ability to partner and collaborate with other key organizational stakeholders on initiatives such as access, efficiency and community engagement. Preference will be given to innovative, strategic thinkers with the skill set to build on existing strengths and leverage them to develop a 21st century Family and Community Medicine program. The incoming Chair's focus will be to a) to expand the clinical footprint of the department to optimize the provision of exceptional clinical care to the underserved population in the region b) to build relationships with Temple Center for Population Health (TCPH) to enhancing the academic activity of the Department including innovative research in population and community health and c) to augment the educational mission.
Temple Health, one of Philadelphia's leading academic medical centers, is home to more than 1,000 physicians and scientists who share the mission of bringing innovative treatments to patients. Temple Health refers to the health, education and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple University Health System and by the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM). Temple University Health System (TUHS) is a $1.4 billion academic health system dedicated to providing access to quality patient care and supporting excellence in medical education and research. Procedure for Candidacy Interested candidates should submit a current curriculum vita and complete contact information to the address below. Personal statements summarizing all relevant experience, clinical, educational, research interests, and contributions to diversity are strongly encouraged. Laura Goetzl, MD, MPH, Professor, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, Director, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Chairperson Search Committee, C/O Michael R. Lester, Senior Director, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 3420 N. Broad Street, MRB 101, Philadelphia, PA, 19140, Email: michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu Phone: 215-707-5666 Fax: 215-707-9452. The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities |
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Temple University School of Medicine opened its doors to students on September 16, 1901. The first coeducational medical college in Pennsylvania, it began as a night and weekend teaching venture to accommodate working-class citizens who sought to improve their lives--and the lives of others--through medical education. Classes were held initially in College Hall, next to Conwell's Baptist Temple church.
Clinical instruction was given at the Samaritan Hospital farther north on Broad Street. The original medical school faculty numbered 20 with 35 students enrolled during the first year.
There are 17 clinical departments in the School of Medicine, comprised of over 450 full time faculty,47 part time faculty and over 1,000 volunteer faculty. Each department is engaged in education,patient care and research. TUSM takes pride in the excellence of its teaching, service and research programs. It remains fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. Each year it admits 180 medical students and approximately 24 graduate students. Reflecting the excellent quality of a Temple medical education, its MD graduates are highly regarded by competitive residency training programs, and have made significant career contributions to both medical practice and medical research. Many have become department chairpersons, deans and vice presidents of major academic medical centers. Major teaching affiliates include the Western Pennsylvania/Allegheny Health System in Pittsburgh; St. Luke¿s Hospital and Healthcare Network in Bethlehem; St. Christopher¿s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia; Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland, PA; and the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. Combined with office practices at Temple and its affiliates, and those of highly qualified primary care and specialty practitioners throughout the Commonwealth, Temple students become experienced in caring for individuals with simple to highly complex illnesses in a variety of settings. Looking toward the future, Temple began expanding its research enterprise, enlarging the size of both its clinical and research faculty by building a new medical school building which opened in time for the August class of 2009. This new medical education and research building (11-story, 480,000 sq ft and $160MM) is the first step for Temple University School of Medicine in realizing a bold new vision. While bricks and mortar do not define institutional character and quality, they are essential to an institution's vitality, the new facility symbolizes Temple's determination to be a leader in medical education and healthcare. It is the largest building project in the university's history and it quite visibly demonstrates a steadfast commitment to the surrounding neighborhood and to the City of Philadelphia. These investments will enable Temple to be faithful to its missions for many years to come. |
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Well known as the birthplace of American Democracy and the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia offers a plethora of attractions, educational opportunities, entertainment, sports, dining, and shopping. The fifth largest city in the in United States, over 1.5 million people call Philadelphia home and over 6 million people live the in greater Philadelphia metropolitan area. Centrally located just about 100 miles south of New York, 133 miles north of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles from Atlantic City, Philadelphia and surrounding areas are well accessible by air, rail, highway and public transit. |
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Temple Health comprises the health, education and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple University Health System and Temple University School of Medicine (TUSM). As one of the region’s top academic health systems, Temple Health is dedicated to providing access to quality patient care and supporting excellence in medical education and research. Temple University School of Medicine is one of the nation’s leading medical schools. Each year, it educates more than 700 medical students and 140 graduate students. Based on its level of funding from the National Institutes of Health, TUSM is the second-highest-ranked medical school in Philadelphia and the third-highest in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Temple Health. Mission Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is dedicated to excellence in education, research and patient care, achieved by faculty, staff and learners who represent and serve our diverse society. The School provides: · Education that is patient-centered, instilling in learners the School’s ethic of human service and lifelong learning Diversity Statement The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University values and embraces a diverse community reflected by individuals’ race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, mental and physical ability/disability, and age. In response to the needs of our local community and patient population, we will concentrate our recruitment and retention efforts on students, residents, and faculty who identify as Black/African American, Hispanic/ Latino, and/or educationally and economically disadvantaged, while also being intentional in our efforts to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for women and LGBT students, residents, faculty, and staff. We are committed to achieving a climate of inclusion that respects and affirms diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We recognize that excellence in all aspects of education, training, research, and care delivery can only be achieved when all students, faculty, staff, community members and patients experience authentic connection and engagement; feel supported; and are encouraged to participate and contribute to creating health equity. For more information about diversity at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit the Office of Health Equity, Diversity and& |
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Michael Lester, Senior Director, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University 3420 N. Broad Street Medical Research Building, Suite 101 Philadelphia, PA 19140 |
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| Email: | michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu |
| Phone: | (215) 707-5666 |