Description

Medical Director - Obesity Medicine | MedStar Health & CoreLife Partnership

Maryland | Physician Leadership Opportunity
Full-Time | Clinical & Operational Leadership

Lead the Future of Obesity & Chronic Disease Care

Join MedStar Health in partnership with CoreLife and become part of an innovative healthcare model transforming the treatment of obesity and chronic disease.

At CoreLife, we recognize that obesity and chronic illnesses are deeply connected to behavioral, nutritional, medical, and social determinants of health. Our integrated care model combines medical treatment, nutrition counseling, behavioral health, and exercise programming to create sustainable, life-changing patient outcomes.

We are seeking a compassionate and strategic Medical Director to provide clinical leadership, mentor providers, and strengthen partnerships with MedStar hospitals and referring providers throughout the region.

If you are passionate about physician leadership, lifestyle medicine, obesity medicine, population health, and value-based care, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career.

What You'll Do

As Medical Director, you will:

• Lead and mentor physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical staff
• Drive clinical excellence and evidence-based patient care
• Serve as the primary liaison between CoreLife and MedStar hospitals
• Support provider recruitment, onboarding, and development
• Optimize clinic operations, workflows, and patient outcomes
• Collaborate on strategic growth and business development initiatives
• Promote a multidisciplinary, patient-centered care model
• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and quality standards

Why Join CoreLife & MedStar Health?

Physician Leadership Opportunity

Play a key role in shaping clinical strategy and expanding innovative obesity medicine services across the region.

Collaborative Care Model

Work alongside:

• Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Registered Dietitians
• Behavioral Health Therapists
• Exercise Specialists

Meaningful Patient Impact

Help patients address the root causes of obesity and chronic illness-not just the symptoms.

Compensation & Benefits

As a MedStar Health provider, you can expect:

• Competitive salary: $275,000 - $325,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Access to one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore/Washington region
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

Required:

• Licensed Physician with active DEA and Controlled Substance credentials
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Primary Care or related specialty
• Proven clinical leadership experience
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Preferred:

• Obesity Medicine certification
• Experience in value-based care or multidisciplinary healthcare models
• Passion for preventive medicine and chronic disease management

Apply Today

If you are a motivated physician leader ready to drive innovation in obesity medicine and integrated healthcare, we encourage you to apply today.

This position is currently accepting applications.