Plastic Surgeon Opportunity - Build a Program in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hospital Employed | Level II Trauma Center | Excellent Leadership Support

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a board certified, experienced, Plastic Surgeon to help build and grow the comprehensive plastic surgery program in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This is a rare opportunity to step into a blank-slate practice with strong hospital backing, modern resources, and exceptional autonomy.

Opportunity Highlights

• Hospital-employed position
• Build a cutting edge, high quality program from the ground up
• State of the art facility with 3 Davinci Robots including the DV5
• Strong leadership support with flexibility to shape your practice and case mix
• Level II Adult & Pediatric Trauma Center
• Light trauma call at one hospital location, daytime coverage only
• Block time available for elective/planned cases
• Strong Network of general and specialized surgeons
• Ability to perform a broad spectrum of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries

• Practice includes:
• Trauma-related plastic surgery
• Minor burn & Wound clinic
• Acute surgery follow-ups
• Inpatient consults
• Outpatient clinic
• Opportunity to develop whatever subspecialty focus you desire

Lutheran Hospital

 Lutheran Hospital anchors the network as a 396-bed tertiary care center and Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, serving as a regional referral hub with excellent OR access, advanced technology, and collaborative surgical services.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Plastic Surgeon preferred
• Interested in program development and long-term growth
• Collaborative, motivated, and community-focused

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive compensation package may include:

• Guaranteed salary plus wRVU incentive
• Commencement bonus
• Medical education debt repayment assistance
• Stipend during residency/fellowship (if applicable)
• CME allowance and generous vacation
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Relocation assistance

Indiana is considered “physician-friendly,” with malpractice reform and the elimination of non-compete restrictions for primary care physicians.

Life in Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne offers the ideal balance of professional opportunity and quality of life:

• Affordable cost of living
• Top-rated public and private schools, colleges, and universities
• Extensive parks, trails, lakes, and golf courses
• Family-friendly attractions including the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, and Botanical Conservatory
• Easy access to major metros: Indianapolis (2 hours); Chicago, Cincinnati, and Detroit (within 3 hours)

Learn more about living and practicing in Fort Wayne:

• www.visitfortwayne.com
• www.cityoffortwayne.org
• www.fwchamber.org