Thoracic Surgeon - Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center

Date Posted: Jun 04, 2026

Status: Full time

Shift Details: N/A

Job Summary

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Thoracic Surgeon with expertise in all aspects of general thoracic surgery to join our practice within the Section of Thoracic Surgery. Surgeons at all levels of experience are encouraged to apply. Contribution to program growth, multidisciplinary clinical leadership, and the academic development of a high-volume cancer program are necessary. Leadership opportunities are available for mid-career applicants.

This faculty position includes the broad practice of general thoracic surgery and thoracic surgical oncology, including all aspects of esophageal disease, both benign and malignant, lung, chest wall and mediastinum. Candidates should have substantial experience in minimally invasive approaches to surgery, including robotic surgery. Strong commitment to multidisciplinary cancer care, clinical outcomes, research and education are desired.

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center is the Southeast patient care hub for the MD Anderson Cancer Network®, in partnership with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, and a premier program of the Baptist Health System. The thoracic surgery program is based at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, a 529-bed tertiary referral hospital serving one of the fastest-growing regions in Florida.

We seek and will support candidates who will:

  • build a strong clinical practice in thoracic surgical oncology

  • contribute to programmatic growth, quality initiatives, and care pathway development

  • participate meaningfully in scholarly and educational efforts

  • collaborate effectively across a mature multidisciplinary cancer program

  • strengthen relationships with regional and external referring physicians

Qualified applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited thoracic surgery training program, be board-certified or board-eligible through the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, and hold, or be eligible to obtain, an unrestricted Florida medical license. Candidates will be considered for an Adjunct Faculty appointment at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, commensurate with clinical and academic accomplishments.

For additional information, or to submit a CV and a letter describing your clinical and academic interests, please contact:

Subrato J. Deb, MD, MPH, FACSAdjunct Professor of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Chief, Section of Thoracic SurgeryBaptist MD Anderson Cancer Center1301 Palm AvenueJacksonville, FL 32207

Email: bmdacc.md@bmcjax.com BaptistMDAnderson.com


Education Required

Doctor of Medicine

Experience

  • Family Practice Experience

License and Certification

  • Licensed Physician - Board of Medicine
  • Driver's License - DMV
  • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License - DOJ

Location

Downtown - BMDA Building
1301 Palm Ave
Jacksonville, , 32207


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