Surgical Specialist- Spinal Fellow


This fellowship is overseen byMr Sean Molloyat Princess Grace Hospital, HCA Healthcare UKand is designed for a committedseniorspinal surgical trainee seeking advanced exposure to complex spinal surgery, including deformity correction (adult and paediatric), navigationassistedprocedures, and revision surgeries.


There is extensive exposure to anterior spinal surgical exposures and fusion techniques. The fellow will work alongside a team of up to8 specialist spinal consultants from both orthopaedic and neurosurgery, actively engaged in clinical practice and collaborative research.


The spinal unit is verybusyand the successful candidate will have extensive experience in treating complex spinal disorders at the end of thefellowship, andwill be well equipped to take up aconsultant job.


Clinical Work (85%)
*Manage a wide range of spinal conditions including:

*Paediatric and adult spinal deformities

*Lumbar and cervical degenerative disorders

*Complex primary and revision surgeries (anterior and posterior approaches)

*Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, clinics, and surgical procedures.

*Engage in pre-operative planning and post-operative care.



Research (15%)
*Undertake a primary research project.

*Participate in journal clubs and literature reviews.

*Aim to publish at least one paper in a peer-reviewed journal.



Personal Specification:
*ALS (or equivalent) current certificates
*GMC Registration
*Safeguarding trained to level 3 Adult
*Specialist areas of training/knowledge required. Surgical training and Spinal experience.
*Competent unsupervised to complete the following procedures: Chest drain insertion


The post is initially for 12 months.


The job plan is flexible and can be tailored according to the candidate’s research/clinical needs.


To apply for this positionpleaseapply through the HCA Healthcare Careers linkandfor Informal Enquiries: Mr. Molloy’s secretary: