Welcome to the Department of Surgery
A national leader in surgical innovation, research and training
We are proud to share the Department of Surgery 2022 Annual Report, demonstrating our mission in action. You can read the Annual Report online to learn how the Department of Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has continued its leadership in patient care, research, education and health equity in a year of challenges and successes.
4TH IN U.S. SURGERY RESIDENCY PROGRAM
STRONG RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
4 RESIDENCIES, 13 FELLOWSHIPS
LARGE, DIVERSE PATIENT POPULATION
750 CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDIES
$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
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
Department of Surgery New Faculty: May 2023
Cos and Bai Named Winners of 22nd Annual Samuel A. Wells, Jr., Resident Research Day
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.
