2026 Richmond & Cleveland Clinic USA Colorectal Fellowship

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

This prestigious two-year colorectal fellowship commencing February 2026 is a unique opportunity for young Australian General Surgeons to pursue post-fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery through Epworth's formal affiliation with Cleveland Clinic.

The program offers exceptional clinical and research experience across two leading centres:

Year 1: Epworth Richmond, Melbourne, combining advanced clinical colorectal training with a structured research program. The Fellow will have the opportunity to be enrolled at the University of Melbourne in a higher degree, Master of Surgery or Doctor of Medicine, under supervisor supervision.

Year 2: Cleveland Clinic, Ohio, USA, in the Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, providing high-volume exposure to the full spectrum of colorectal diseases in a world-leading surgical unit.

This is an outstanding training opportunity for a highly motivated surgeon seeking to develop expertise in all facets of colon and rectal surgery, while building strong research and teaching credentials.

About Epworth Richmond

Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside highly skilled practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience, and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities, and technologies.

Epworth Melbourne

• Current Medical Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra)
• FRACS General Surgery

Cleveland Clinic, Ohio USA

• ECFMG qualification following successful USMLE examination
• Ohio State Medical Board Registration

At Epworth, it's a community. It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation that puts the patient in the centre of all that is done. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth's enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

At Epworth, we care

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

Enquire / Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] 

Position Description    Inherent Requirements

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.