Physician- Director of Obesity Program

DescriptionNational Search - Director, Obesity ProgramAssociate or Professor Level University Hospitals, Cleveland, OHA Flagship Leadership Opportunity in a Major Academic Health SystemUniversity Hospitals (UH), in affiliation with Case Western Reserve University (CWRU), invites applications and nominations for the position of Director, Obesity Program - a transformative leadership role with the mandate and resources to design one of the nation's most integrated, multidisciplinary obesity care models.The Director will lead the creation and growth of a system-wide obesity system of excellence that unites clinical care, prevention, education, and research across UH's extensive network - including one of the largest primary care groups in Northeast Ohio and a broad array of specialties such as endocrinology, bariatric surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, hepatology, orthopedics, and behavioral health.The Ideal CandidateWe seek an accomplished physician leader with:National visibility and a record of scholarly achievement in obesity medicine or a related fieldProven program-building experience, ideally across large health systemsThe ability to inspire and lead multidisciplinary teams in clinical, academic, and community settingsPassion for improving outcomes and access for patients with obesity and metabolic diseasePosition HighlightsLeadership with Impact: Build and direct a fully integrated obesity program with strong institutional backingAcademic Platform: Faculty appointment at CWRU at the Associate or Professor level, with protected time for teaching and researchCollaborative Reach: Leverage UH's robust primary care network and multi-specialty partnerships to drive coordinated carePopulation Health Potential: Influence prevention and treatment strategies for a diverse regional populationResources to Succeed: Dedicated support for program development, recruitment, and innovation initiativesEqual Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

Created: 2026-02-16