Houston Methodist Gastroenterologist (IBD Specialist) – Texas Medical Center

Houston Methodist Gastroenterologist (IBD Specialist) – Texas Medical Center

Interested applicants, please forward a copy of your CV to Lwelch@houstonmethodist.org. We welcome applications from qualified candidates interested in becoming an integral part of our inclusive and collegial culture.

Opportunity:

Situated in the bustling Texas Medical Center, the Houston Methodist Division of Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is seeking a BC/BE Gastroenterologist with an interest in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) to join a highly respected team of four dedicated IBD providers.

The successful candidate may be eligible, depending on academic rank and track record, for an endowed chair.

Come Lead with Us:

When joining Houston Methodist Hospital, you are joining a leading Hospital System and Program.

• Houston Methodist is consistently ranked as #1 hospital system in Texas by S. News & World Report.

• Our Gastroenterology Program is ranked 7^th

• Forbes ranked Houston Methodist as the 3rd Best Large Employer

Clinical Care Overview:

• Diagnose and manage complex gastrointestinal conditions including IBD using advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.

• Support of multispecialty team to address all aspects of IBD including point of care intestinal ultrasound.

• Anticipated breakdown: 60% clinical; 40% procedures

• Participate in shared call About Houston Methodist Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
• Specialists at Houston Methodist Lynda K. and David M. Underwood Center for Digestive Health provide a patient-centric, comprehensive approach to the evaluation and management of gastrointestinal conditions. 

• Patients travel from Texas and around the country for nationally known, top-rated gastroenterology and GI surgery expertise in IBD at Houston Methodist.

• This program has active research studies in both clinical and translational areas with ongoing collaboration with clinicians and scientists across the country. Researech is supported, in part, by a multi-year gift to the Fondren Inflammation collaborative.

• Houston Methodist created an advanced fellowship in IBD in 2024.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• BC/BE in Gastroenterology
• Fellowship trained in Advanced Endoscopy
• Subspecialty certification in IBD
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

 Compensation/Benefits:

• Nationally competitive salary plus productivity bonuses
• Sign-on bonus.
• Generous retirement and 401(k) plans
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Forward thinking leadership and executive support
• 5 weeks of PTO; 1 week of CME and Holidays

Welcome to Houston

As the fourth-largest city in the United States, Houston is home to a respected and energetic arts community, celebrated restaurants, world-renowned theater groups, and the brains behind U.S. space exploration. Home to the third-largest consular corps in the nation, Houston is a mecca of diversity, giving breath to one of the most vivid cultural scenes in the country.

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group - As one of the nation’s leading hospitals and academic medical centers, Houston Methodist has brought together some of the nation’s leading experts in multiple specialties to serve our patients. Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group employs over 1,000 physicians at more than 150 locations across Houston. Our specialists are on the forefront of research, developing leading-edge technologies and treatments, and teaching the medical pioneers of tomorrow. The combination of clinical service, research and academics ensure patients have access to the latest treatments and technologies while providing the best comprehensive patient care.