FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Medicol is an organization that brings together more than 30 member physicians specializing in musculoskeletal disorders, with the aim of promoting the training of health professionals, networking their skills and thus improving the medical care of patients.
The Bois-Cerf Clinic, specializing in orthopedics, is part of the Hirslanden group of private clinics, which also represents the largest medical network in Switzerland.
Medicol and the Bois-Cerf Clinic, in partnership with their referring physicians, have developed a fellowship program for advanced training in orthopedic surgery.
This unique program offers the following benefits:
- Advanced training in orthopedic surgery in a specialized field.
- One-to-one training with a highly qualified and experienced training surgeon.
- Significant volume of surgical activity. Active practice of surgery.
- Integration and interaction in a network of specialist doctors.
- Opportunity to do scientific research.
- Professional experience in the private healthcare sector in Switzerland with excellent working conditions.
- Efficient and pleasant working environment at the Center and a cutting-edge technical platform in radiology and the operating room at the Bois-Cerf Clinic
- Open continuing education policy, opportunity to participate in various orthopedic and scientific events and meetings, and also to speak as a speaker.
FELLOWSHIP IN SHOULDER SURGERY
Dr. Steve Brenn performs more than 250 arthroscopies and 40 shoulder replacements per year. He practices the latest operative techniques in shoulder surgery and continues to update his expertise through regular courses in Europe and the USA. The coaching program he developed for his patients, as well as his pre- and post-operative evaluation program, contribute to the success of his operations. His evolving teaching, with approximately 100 supervised arthroscopies per year, allows the fellow to be autonomous in these operative techniques.
He wants to share his knowledge and allow young orthopedists to benefit from his experience.
Activities
- Surgical assistance for all cases supervised by the trainer and practice of surgery on their own patients according to their level of autonomy, under supervision
- Consultations
- Monitoring of hospitalized patients.
- Support for resident physicians
- Collaboration in clinical and scientific research.
- Participation in the holding and facilitation of medical conferences and meetings.
- Contribution to the writing of scientific texts for publication and communication.
Candidates will be selected based on the following criteria:
TERMS
- To be in possession of a Swiss title (FMH) or a recognized foreign title MEBEKO of specialist in orthopedic surgery and traumatology of the locomotor system.
- In the case of a Swiss FMH federal title, you must have the authorization to practice and bill in the canton of Vaud or be eligible.
- Have a good command of French (certified level) and knowledge of English.
- Swiss or EU/EFTA nationality or valid Swiss residence permit.
SKILLS
- Advanced and proven surgical capabilities.
- Good command of IT tools and ease in administrative management.
- Ability to integrate into a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
- Sense of responsibility.
WE OFFER
- Professional experience in the private healthcare sector in Switzerland with very good working conditions.
- One-to-one training with experienced training surgeons.
- Open collaboration with a network of specialist doctors.
- A high-performance and pleasant working environment at the Center and a cutting-edge technical platform in radiology and the operating room at the Bois-Cerf Clinic
- An open continuing education policy
Entry date: to be agreed
Duration: 12 to 24 months
Our fellows enjoy very good salary conditions; they are paid at a level comparable to clinical heads according to their background and experience, have no on-call duties, and are not required to be present at night, on weekends or on public holidays (except for visits on Saturdays depending on the surgical schedule); they also benefit from extensive continuing education opportunities.
If this fellowship position interests you, please send us your cover letter and a complete application (CV, diplomas, letters of recommendation, work certificates, etc.).
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