Director, Center for Neurovascular Surgery
Northwestern Medicine | Chicago, IL

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a nationally recognized leader to direct its Center for Neurovascular
Surgery — one of the most expansive neuroendovascular platforms in the country, spanning 11 hospitals
including two Comprehensive Stroke Centers (Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Central DuPage
Hospital) and six primary stroke center (Palos Hospital, Lake Forest Hospital, Delnor Hospital,
Kishwaukee Hospital, Huntley Hospital, McHenry Hospital).

The Opportunity
This is a rare chance to build and lead a system-wide neurovascular program at one of the nation's
premier academic medical centers. You will set strategic vision, oversee clinical operations across the
entire Northwestern Medicine network, and shape the future of neuroendovascular care — partnering
closely with neurology colleagues and working across departments to deepen multidisciplinary
collaboration. You'll also play a central role in advancing resident and fellow training, helping develop
the next generation of neurovascular specialists.

Who We're Looking For

• Board certified in neurology, neurosurgery, or radiology, with fellowship training in
  neuroendovascular medicine
• Subspecialty training and extensive clinical experience managing complex neurovascular disease
• A track record of leadership or operational experience within a large, complex health system.
  The system is supported by a centralized telestroke program that provides 24/7 vascular
  neurology expertise across regional hospitals, enabling rapid stroke evaluation, evidence-based
  treatment, and timely triage of acute stroke patients.
• Experience in expanding referral networks, outreach, and access to advanced neurovascular care.
• Demonstrated excellence in patient care, research, and education
• National or international recognition in the field

The Role
Based primarily at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, the Director will provide strategic and clinical
oversight across all Northwestern Medicine hospitals — one of the largest and most respected healthcare
systems in the country

To Apply
Submit a CV and list of references to:
Maciej S. Lesniak, MD
Chair, Department of Neurosurgery
maciej.lesniak@northwestern.edu

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by the search committee, with leading candidates invited
for in-person interviews. Application deadline is January 1, 2027.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status,
sexual orientation, or military status.

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