UNC School of Medicine Rural OB/GYN Fellowship - with Attending-Level Compensation 

The UNC School of Medicine in partnership with UNC Health Medical Group proudly offers a one-or two year Rural Obstetrics & Gynecology Fellowship, the first of its kind in the nation, training physician leaders to deliver exceptional women’s healthcare in rural maternal health.

Fellowship Highlights

• Individually Tailored Training
  
  • Program customized to your career goals with a dedicated faculty mentor.
  • Leadership, Administrative, and Research Development up to 50% if desired
• Robust Clinical Practice
  • Comprehensive OB/GYN practice at a single fellowship site in Eden, NC 
  • Close collaboration with 2 experienced clinical partners.
  • Potential for a 100% clinical fellowship if desired.
  • Excellent opportunity for couples match or to join with a co-resident, accepting 1–2 fellows per year 
• Rural Health Training Community
  
  • Connection with learners and colleagues who share your passion for rural health through:
    • UNC SOM Fully Integrated Readiness for Service (FIRST) Training Program, a service-oriented pipeline addressing workforce shortages in rural and underserved North Carolina communities.
    • Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Attending-Level compensation 
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, several supplemental benefits available)
• Generous time off: Front-loaded vacation time starting at 37 days/year, CME time & financial support 
• Retirement: 403(b) with attractive match and 457(b) 
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of employment 
• Paid Professional Expenses: NC medical license, board certification, professional society dues, DEA fee, medical malpractice insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer 
• Employment through UNC Health Medical Group 

UNC Health Rockingham - Fellowship Site Highlights

• UNC Women's Health at Eden
  • Well-established practice serving the community for over 25 years
  • Join a collegial team of two full-time OB/GYNs, one FNP, and per diem OB/GYNs 

• Call 1:5 – 1:6 target call schedule supported by dedicated per diem coverage (actual schedule may vary, but call burden is designed to be sustainable and attractive.)   
• Balanced Practice: 50/50 mix of OB and GYN
• High-Quality: UNC Health Rockingham’s Birthing Center recognized as “High Performing” for maternity care by U.S. News & World Report. 
• EPIC EMR with Clinical AI Tools: Abridge Ambient AI Scribe, Evidently Clinical Summarization 
• 2026 Recipient of $40 Million in NC Care Funds will strengthen patient access, enhance critical infrastructure, and expand regional health services for our community.  
• Comprehensive Active Medical Staff of 177 Clinicians    

Community - Living in Eden, North Carolina 

Located in the Piedmont Triad region of central North Carolina near the Virginia border, Eden offers:

• Small-town charm with a strong sense of community
• Abundant outdoor recreation along rivers and trails, historic downtown festivals, golf courses, and more
• Quiet, scenic living with plentiful green space in Eden and Rockingham County—without sacrificing convenience
• Affordable cost of living
• Above-average public schools
• Temperate four-season climate

Central to the best of North Carolina and Virginia:

• 35 minutes: Danville & Martinsville, VA – Caesars Casino, Martinsville Speedway, Museum of Natural History, Museum of Fine Arts, science center, parks, and trails
• 40 minutes: Greensboro (NC’s third-largest city) – multiple colleges/universities, nightlife, wineries, breweries, fine dining, Piedmont Triad International Airport, family attractions (Greensboro Science Center, Children’s Museum, Minor League Baseball), Greensboro Coliseum (NCAA tournaments, major concerts), and Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (Broadway tours, symphony, comedy, concerts)
• 2 hours or less: Chapel Hill, NC, Roanoke, VA; Blue Ridge Parkway and Appalachian Mountains, Charlotte, and Raleigh
• 4 hours: Coastal destinations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina