Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship

Job Summary

A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colorado, it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient's bedside.

The Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship prepares surgeons for careers in academic or private practice by providing comprehensive clinical, surgical, and research training. Fellows gain experience at CU Anschutz and affiliated hospitals under the guidance of dedicated faculty.

Key Fellowship Components

• Rotations and Clinical Experience: Experiences in breast imaging, medical and radiation oncology, pathology, plastic surgery, genetics, psycho-oncology, and rehabilitation. Supervision is initially direct with graded autonomy in clinic and OR. Assist with teaching residents and medical students.
• Didactics, Conferences, & Program Director Meetings: Orientation and structured educational sessions. Case presentations and weekly lectures. Monthly mentorship meetings with Program Director.
• Research Expectations & Scholarly Development: Critically review and evaluate new research. Participate in quality improvement initiatives. Present at national meetings and produce manuscripts. Develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Patient Care Skills: Perform general and disease-specific history and physical exams. Counsel patients and obtain informed consent. Manage surgical complications and complex clinical decision-making.

By integrating clinical experience, operative training, and research, the fellowship ensures graduates are prepared for independent practice and leadership in Breast Surgical Oncology.

Work Location

Clinical rotations will occur at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, UCHealth Cherry Creek Medical Center and Denver Health (optional) in Denver, CO, and UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, CO.