Bariatric Surgery Fellowship
The Bariatric Surgery Fellowship program at West Virginia University is a one-year, Fellowship Council-accredited post-graduate training program that accepts one fellow per year.
Our fellowship program’s mission is to train highly skilled, compassionate Bariatric Surgeons who will serve as leaders in their field, regardless of where their career path may take them.
Training is based at JW Ruby Memorial Hospital, a 690-bed tertiary referral center in Morgantown, WV. We take pride in the diversity of our group and the complexity of cases fellows encounter during training.
We are seeking candidates interested in developing a career in Bariatric Surgery and obesity management. Throughout training, we work closely with each fellow to identify their personal and professional goals, offering unique clinical and research experiences to prepare them for their future. Our program offers ample opportunities for scholarship in research, teaching, and patient care.
Our current team consists of dedicated professionals with a collaborative mindset, focused on helping patients achieve better health and advancing the field of obesity management. Visiting our program, you’ll find a welcoming and safe environment, conducive to building lasting working relationships.
Thank you for considering our program; we look forward to meeting you and learning about your goals.
Sincerely,
Nova Szoka MD, FACS, FASMBS (she/her)
Program Director
Associate Professor
Division of Surgery
Salim Abunnaja MD, FACS, FASMBS (he/him)
Associate Program Director
Associate Professor
Division of Surgery
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See cases you want to see, learn from mentors and contribute to your specialty through research. It’s all part of perfecting your skills as a clinician and advancing your career with our fellowship training.
We know that can be demanding, so as you train, we have programs, facilities and amenities to help sustain your growth, on and off the clock.