Staff Colorectal/General Surgeon Michael Garron Hospital Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Job Description

Position: Staff Colorectal/General Surgeon

We are looking for a motivated, skilled surgeon to join a collegial and high-performing team. We offer a unique blend of high-volume clinical practice and academic involvement through our affiliation with the University of Toronto.

MICHAEL GARRON HOSPITAL

STAFF POSITION: COLORECTAL/GENERAL SURGEON

Michael Garron Hospital | Toronto, Ontario

Affiliation: University of Toronto
Start Date: July 2026

The Opportunity

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a leading community teaching hospital within the Toronto East Health Network (TEHN), is seeking a full-time General Surgeon with a Colorectal Surgery focus.

As we expand our General Surgery division to meet growing community demand, we are looking for a motivated, skilled surgeon to join a collegial and high-performing team. This role offers a unique blend of high-volume clinical practice and academic involvement through our long‑standing affiliation with the University of Toronto.

Core Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Perform comprehensive General Surgery care, including emergency and elective care, endoscopy and specialized colorectal care (MIS/robotic surgery for benign/malignant disease).


• Education & Mentorship: A commitment to excellence in education, active participation in the training and supervision of medical students and residents.


• Strategic Contribution: A commitment to advance the strategic goals of the Division of General Surgery. An interest in pursuing scholarly activity including clinical and health outcomes research is encouraged.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: MD (or equivalent) with Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) certification in General Surgery.


• Licensure: Eligible for an independent license in Ontario.


• Training: Fellowship training and certification in colorectal surgery or surgical oncology (with colorectal focus).


• Specialized Skills: Experience in robotic surgery preferred.


• Interpersonal Skills: Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience in leadership and exceptional interprofessional skills to further the divisional goals of growth and success of the colorectal program with a particular focus on advancing robotic colorectal surgery at our site.


• Academic Requirement: The successful candidate will be eligible for an appointment in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto, commensurate with their qualification and academic achievement.

About Michael Garron Hospital

MGH is a vibrant community teaching hospital, affiliated with the University of Toronto, and serves one of Canada’s most diverse communities in East Toronto. Annually, the Hospital provides care for 23,000 inpatients, has over 120,000 emergency visits, and 225,000 outpatient visits. We have 515 beds comprised of acute care, rehabilitation and complex continuing care beds. MGH has a closed ICU and full access to diagnostic imaging (US, CT, MRI), a DaVinci Xi platform, as well as interventional endoscopy services including ERCP & EUS. MGH has undergone a major campus redevelopment project, and the new and state of the art, 8‑storey Thomson Patient Care Centre opened in 2023.

MGH embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively serve our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our mission. We strive to make recruitment, assessment, and selection processes accessible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

How to Apply

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Interested candidates are invited to submit a Curriculum Vitae, a letter of interest outlining clinical and academic goals, along with 3 letters of reference to:

Dr. Rajiv K Singal MD, FRCSC
Chief of Surgery, Michael Garron Hospital
Co‑Medical Director, Surgery Program, Michael Garron Hospital
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery:

Email: Rajiv.Singal@tehn.ca

Other Details

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Position Start Time: July 1, 2026

On Call: 1 in 8

Preferred Skills: Colorectal or Surgical Oncology (Colorectal focus)

Remuneration: Fee for Service

Existing Staff: 7 general surgeons (surg onc, colorectal, MIS/bariatric, breast surg onc)