Welcome to the Department of Surgery
A national leader in surgical innovation, research and training
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4TH IN U.S. SURGERY RESIDENCY PROGRAM
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STRONG RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
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4 RESIDENCIES, 13 FELLOWSHIPS
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LARGE, DIVERSE PATIENT POPULATION
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750 CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDIES
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$22 M IN TOTAL FUNDING
Excellence in
Patient Care
Find the comprehensive surgical care you need at Washington University Surgery
Research
Learn more about innovative investigations in basic science, clinical studies and translational research to advance patient care and safety
Education
Learn more about the nationally ranked surgical training programs at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
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Surgical Specialties
Over the past 50 years, surgical fields have become increasingly specialized, and today, the department provides care in a wide range of specialties represented by its divisions and sections.
Our Stories
Kaneko Named Chief of Cardiac Surgery
Uncovering Differences in Isthmic and Lobar Thyroid Nodules and Thyroid Cancer
Matthew Claxton, DPM, CWSP, Joins Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery
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Find a Surgeon
Our surgeons are part of a multidisciplinary team of experts, bringing together the expertise and personalized treatment to achieve your best outcome.