Chief, Division of General Pediatric Surgery (New York)

Cohen Children's Medical Center, part of Northwell Health, is seeking an exceptional and dynamic individual to serve as the Chief of the Division of General Pediatric Surgery . This is a truly unique opportunity to lead a thriving, high-volume division within the premier children's hospital on Long Island a place where innovation, compassionate care, and academic excellence converge.

As Chief, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of pediatric surgical care on Long Island and beyond. This is more than a leadership position; it's an opportunity to build upon a strong foundation, drive innovation, expand clinical services, and mentor the next generation of pediatric surgical leaders.

The Division of General Pediatric Surgery at Cohen Children's Medical Center provides comprehensive surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents across the full spectrum of pediatric general and thoracic surgical conditions. We are renowned for our expertise and extensive training in:

• Minimally Invasive Surgery : Utilizing advanced techniques to optimize outcomes and recovery.
• Surgical Oncology : Collaborating closely with our robust oncology program to provide integrated care.
• Pediatric & Adolescent Colorectal Center : Delivering specialized surgical interventions for complex IBD cases and congenital malformations.
• Neonatal & Fetal Surgery : Offering expert care for critically ill newborns requiring surgical intervention.
• Trauma & Acute Care Surgery : Supporting Extracorporeal Life Support (ECMO) for comprehensive surgical care.

You will lead a team of 12 highly skilled and dedicated general/trauma pediatric surgeons, strategically located across different markets we serve from Westchester to Suffolk County. This role offers the unique blend of clinical leadership, strategic development, academic responsibility, and administrative oversight within a rapidly growing and nationally recognized institution.

About Northwell

Northwell Health is New York States largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals and 1,050 outpatient facilities. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 103,500 employees 19,000+ nurses and 12,000+ credentialed physicians, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners are working to change health care for the better. Were making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Cohen Childrens Medical Center

Opened in 1983 as the New York metropolitan areas only hospital designed exclusively for children, Cohen Childrens Medical Center has grown to become the largest pediatric teaching hospital in the region, serving 1.8 million children across Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties with over 750,000 visits annually. As the tertiary pediatric medical center of the Northwell Health System, it holds the distinction of being the only Level-1 Pediatric Trauma Center in Nassau and Queens, and one of two on Long Island. For 15 consecutive years, Cohen Childrens has been ranked among the nations top childrens hospitals by US News & World Report. For 2024-2025, it is rated the No. 1 childrens hospital on Long Island and second highest in New York State, earning top 50 national rankings for exceptional care across 10 pediatric specialties: pediatric orthopedics, nephrology, urology, pulmonology and lung surgery, cancer, neonatology, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, and behavioral health. It stands as the largest provider of pediatric health services in New York State. (Find more information about the Department of Pediatrics in this video: )

A Medical School Seeking to Redefine Medical Education

As Chief, you will hold an academic appointment at The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, providing a direct connection to medical education and research. Cohen Children's Medical Center is the primary clinical site for the schools two-year clinical fellowship training program in pediatric surgery .

Candidate Qualifications

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following qualifications and experience:

Education and Experience

• Board Certification in Pediatric Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted New York State Medical License.
• Significant experience in clinical pediatric surgery (7+ years), with a strong track record of leadership and administrative responsibilities in an academic medical center or a large, complex healthcare system.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and quality improvement.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong academic credentials, with a history of teaching, research, and scholarly publications.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively across disciplines and departments

Capabilities

• Strategic Leadership : Developing and implementing a strategic vision for the Division, aligning with the mission and goals of Cohen Children's Medical Center and Northwell Health.
• Clinical Excellence: Ensuring the highest standards of clinical care, patient safety, and quality outcomes across all surgical services.
• Programmatic Growth : Identifying and developing new clinical programs, expanding existing services, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to meet the evolving needs of our patient population.
• Academic and Research Leadership: Fostering a robust academic environment, promoting clinical research, scholarly activity, and educational initiatives. Collaborating with The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell to strengthen the Pediatric General Surgery Fellowship Program.
• Faculty Recruitment and Development : Recruiting, mentoring, and retaining highly talented pediatric surgeons and advanced practice providers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Operational and Financial Management: Overseeing the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the Division, including resource allocation and budget management.
• Relationship Building: Cultivating strong relationships with other divisions, departments, referring physicians, and community partners.
• Advocacy and Representation : Serving as a leading voice for pediatric surgical services within the institution, health system, and broader medical community.

Please send your CV and referrals to:

Rachel Podella, Senior Physician Recruiter, Office of Physician Recruitment, [email protected]

Contact Information

Please send your CV and referrals to:

Rachel Podella, Senior Physician Recruiter, Office of Physician Recruitment, [email protected]