Burn Surgery Fellow (Non-ACGME)
Department of Plastic Surgery
Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC)
Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center
East Meadow, NY
Start Date: July 1, 2026 (Term length: 1 year)
Position Overview
The Department of Plastic Surgery at Nassau University Medical Center is seeking a Burn Surgery Fellow for the 2026 to 2027 academic year, beginning July 1, 2026. This is a non-ACGME accredited fellowship in burn surgery and complex wound healing.
The fellowship is based within the Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center, the dedicated burn unit at NUMC and part of its Level I Trauma Center. The center serves a catchment area of approximately 3 million people and has provided advanced burn care since 1984. This program offers a high-volume, hands-on clinical experience spanning acute burn care, critical care management, complex wound treatment, and reconstructive surgery.
The fellow will train in partnership with and under the clinical guidance of physicians from the New York Plastic Surgical Group (NYPSG).
Employment Structure
-The fellow is an employee of Nassau University Medical Center
-Compensation and benefits are provided by NUMC and aligned with the applicable PGY salary level
-The application review, interview process, and candidate selection are overseen by NYPSG in collaboration with NUMC leadership
Key Responsibilities
-Participate in the evaluation and management of acute burn and critical care patients
-Assist in operative and non-operative burn care, including grafting and reconstruction
-Manage complex wounds using advanced wound care techniques
-Gain exposure to hyperbaric medicine
-Work in partnership with NYPSG physicians across inpatient and operative settings
-Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across surgical and critical care services
-Participate in teaching and mentorship of medical students and residents
-Contribute to clinical research and quality improvement initiatives as appropriate
Training Experience
The fellow will develop proficiency in:
-Burn resuscitation and critical care management
-Operative burn treatment and skin grafting
-Advanced wound care and reconstruction
-Functional and aesthetic burn reconstruction
-Multidisciplinary burn team coordination
Qualifications
Preferred
American Board of Surgery or American Osteopathic Board of Surgery eligible or certified
Required
-Completion of at least two years of an accredited residency program with critical care experience
-Eligibility for a New York State medical license (must be obtained by fellowship start date)
-Strong interest in burn surgery, wound care, and reconstructive surgery
-Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-acuity clinical environment
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, seeks progressive autonomy, and is interested in a unique training experience that integrates acute burn management with plastic and reconstructive surgery in collaboration with NYPSG physicians.
Application Requirements
To be considered, applicants should submit the following to NYPSG Human Resources at HR@lipsg.com:
-Curriculum Vitae
-USMLE scores (or equivalent)
-Letters of recommendation
About Nassau University Medical Center
Nassau University Medical Center is a public teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center located in East Meadow, New York, serving the residents of Nassau County and surrounding communities. NUMC provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and is home to multiple residency and fellowship training programs. As a major regional referral center, NUMC is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while advancing education and clinical innovation.
About New York Plastic Surgical (NYPSG)
New York Plastic Surgical Group (NYPS Group) is the largest and longest-running private and academic plastic surgery practice in the United States. With more than 20 board-certified plastic surgeons practicing across 10+ affiliated offices, ambulatory surgery centers, and over 20 hospitals, NYPS Group provides expert, comprehensive, and compassionate care. Founded in 1948, NYPS Group, a division of Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, is one of the nation’s most well-established plastic surgery practices, offering patients the collective expertise of specialty-trained surgeons dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes.
