Epilepsy Specialist
Summa Health | Akron, OH
Summa Health Medical Group is seeking an
experienced Epilepsy Specialist
to join the
Summa Health Neurosciences Institute
in Akron, Ohio. This is an exceptional opportunity to help advance a comprehensive epilepsy program within a health system that is
invested in technology, innovation, advanced diagnostics, and surgical intervention for the treatment of epilepsy . The position offers the opportunity to practice complex epilepsy care while helping shape the continued growth and evolution of the program.
Summa Healths Neurosciences Institute is positioned to provide patients with access to a broad continuum of neurological services. The epilepsy program benefits from collaboration across neurology, neurocritical care, neurohospitalist and stroke services, as well as partnerships extending into pediatric and surgical care.
Why Summa Health?
Join a health system committed to
innovation and the advancement of epilepsy treatment , including the continued evolution of AI-enabled tools to support clinical decision-making, treatment optimization, and patient outcomes.
Participate in the continued development of
advanced epilepsy diagnostics and surgical treatment pathways .
Collaborate with neurosurgical partners in the region on epilepsy surgery, including the opportunity to participate in the operating room alongside a local epilepsy surgeon.
Benefit from a comprehensive neuroscience infrastructure that provides strong inpatient support for complex neurological patients.
Leverage an established
outpatient neurology referral network
within Summa Health Medical Group, the ACO and community partners.
Participate in the continued development of a comprehensive
pediatric-to-adult epilepsy transition pathway , including collaboration with Akron Childrens Hospital and its Level 4 Epilepsy Center for patients transitioning to adult care.
Collaborate with Summas Complex Care Institute to support patients with complex neurological and medical needs as they transition into adult care.
Practice Environment
Mix of clinic and inpatient/EMU setting
100% epilepsy practice with a fully staffed neurophysiology laboratory
Extensive in-house laboratory and radiology services
Epic systems EMR
Opportunities for research, innovation and medical education
Academic appointment with
Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)
available to qualified candidates
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Signing bonus, student loan assistance, and relocation assistance
CME allowance
Candidate Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
Completion of an
Epilepsy fellowship
Preference for an
experienced epilepsy physician
with a demonstrated interest in complex epilepsy management and/or advanced epilepsy care
Current unrestricted license to practice medicine in Ohio or ability to obtain an Ohio medical license
Interest in participating in teaching, lectures and resident education
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered, team-based care
Interest in clinical innovation, technology and the continued advancement of epilepsy treatment
About Summa Health
Summa Health Medical Group is a subsidiary of Summa Health System, which is comprised of two hospitals and more than 20 health centers. The medical group includes nearly 700 employed providers aligned to create a healthier Northeast Ohio community.
Akron is located approximately 35 miles south of Cleveland and offers an affordable cost of living, diverse housing options, outstanding outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, two universities and convenient access to Cleveland and Lake Erie. The greater Akron area combines big-city amenities with a welcoming hometown feel.
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.