Our Vascular Neurosurgery, Neurointerventional & Stroke Program
- Sharp Healthcare has built the largest stroke network within any regional hospital system, featuring four strategically located Stroke Centers in Metro, Coronado, East County, and South Bay in San Diego.
- Sharp Grossmont Hospital (SGH) is recognized for having the second busiest emergency room in California, consistently treating the highest number of stroke patients compared to any individual hospital in San Diego, with approximately 1000 documented cases of stroke and TIA each year, and a total of 2500 stroke cases across the system, positioning them as a market leader.
- Neurosurgery call coverage encompasses three hospitals: SGH, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center (SCV), and Sharp Coronado Hospital (SCO). Our procedural rooms boast cranial and spinal navigation, cranial and spinal robotics, Kinevo microscopes, and an advanced biplane angiography suite.
- At SGH, a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, neurointerventional call coverage is provided alongside two Joint Commission Primary Stroke Centers (SCV & Sharp Memorial Hospital), aiming for Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center Certification at these locations.
- San Diego's newly established dedicated neuroscience hospital includes specialized neuro-intensive care units, neuro-progressive care units, and neurorehabilitation services connected to Sharp Grossmont Hospital.
Qualified Candidates
- Board-eligible or certified in Neurosurgery.
- Completed a CAST-accredited fellowship in Neurointervention and certified or eligible for certification in CNS endovascular surgery with ABNS.
- Possess or be able to obtain a California license before starting.
- Participate in general neurosurgery calls and be capable of managing general neurosurgery cases, including emergent spine surgery.
- Advanced training or certification in cranial microsurgery, endoscopic skull base surgery, or neurocritical care is advantageous.
Compensation Package
- A competitive salary for the first two years, aligned with MGMA data and industry benchmarks.
- After two years, a productivity-based compensation model will be implemented.
About Sharp HealthCare & San Diego
Sharp HealthCare is a San Diego healthcare system comprised of four acute-care hospitals with 1,828 licensed beds, three specialty hospitals, three affiliated medical groups, and one health plan.
San Diego, known as America s Finest City, is the eighth-largest city in the United States. Covering 4,526 square miles, San Diego County features over 70 miles of stunning coastline and a temperate climate. This mild weather creates an inviting environment for outdoor activities and supports a healthy lifestyle, offering numerous biking, running, and hiking trails. Families and students can access outstanding public and private schools and several nearby universities. For entertainment, the city boasts a lively restaurant and craft beer scene, alongside various urban neighborhoods and suburbs. The San Diego Padres Major League Baseball team plays at Petco Park, recognized as one of the nation s top sporting venues. Mission Valley s Snapdragon Stadium hosts the San Diego FC Soccer League team. Furthermore, San Diego has several sports teams, including hockey and men s rugby, and offers many venues for concerts and theater performances. Whether you favor outdoor adventures or indoor activities, San Diego has something for everyone.