Ascension St. Vincent Medical Group is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Adult Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join an elite, established team of six surgeons. This position spans the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery, with a strong, dedicated emphasis on cardiac transplantation and mechanical circulatory support (MCS).

If you are seeking a high-volume, highly innovative surgical program paired with an exceptional Midwest lifestyle, this is the premier destination for your career. You will collaborate closely with three dedicated transplant surgeons and a premier team of advanced heart failure cardiologists.

Program Highlights: The Midwest’s Cardiac Leader

• State Leader: Home to the largest Transplant & VAD program in Indiana for 15+ consecutive years.
• Top-Ranked Outcomes: Proudly ranked #1 in Heart Transplant surgery outcomes in the region.
• Volume & Excellence: Joint Commission–certified and accredited as a Center of Excellence. Our team performs 30+ cardiac transplants and implants 60+ short- and long-term MCS devices annually.
• Pioneering Clinical Research: Active participation in breakthrough national trials, including DCD donor trials utilizing the TransMedics OCS system and the Evaheart clinical trial.
• Elite Infrastructure: Practice at the 5-Star CMS Quality–rated Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center, offering hybrid ORs, dedicated CVICUs, and state-of-the-art surgical technology.
• Sustainable Work-Life Balance
• We actively prioritize provider well-being, surgeon longevity, and equitable workload distribution:
• Primary Surgical Call: 1:6
• Transplant Call: 1:4
• Turnkey Support: Fully integrated, dedicated advanced heart failure cardiologists, specialized CVICU intensivists, and experienced surgical mid-levels manage pre- and post-operative care.

Live in Carmel: America’s Premier Suburb

• Consistently ranked the #1 Best Suburb in America and #1 Best Place to Live in Indiana (Niche), Carmel (located on Indianapolis’ immediate northern border) offers an extraordinary setting to raise a family and build a home:
• Low Cost of Living & High Purchasing Power: Enjoy significant financial relief compared to coastal metro areas. Your physician compensation stretches much further—allowing for luxury housing, sprawling suburban acreage, or custom builds.
• Top-Tier Schools: Home to nation-leading public and private school systems known for academic and athletic excellence.
• Vibrant Culture & Recreation: Explore the world-class Palladium Performing Arts Center, the bustling Arts & Design District, championship golf courses, and over 50 miles of paved trails (including the famous Monon Trail).
• Peace of Mind: Consistently recognized for exceptionally low crime rates, pristine parks, and quick, congestion-free commutes to the hospital center.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with successful completion of an accredited Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS).
• Specialized training or demonstrated clinical expertise in Cardiac Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support (VAD/ECMO).
• Valid Indiana medical license (or eligibility to obtain)