Adetunji T. Toriola, MD, PhD, brings a public health science approach to one of medicine’s most pressing challenges: breast cancer.
Personalized prevention, population impact (Links to an external site)
Author: Jesus
GLP-1s vs. Weight loss surgery: Which is right for you?
With the rising popularity of GLP-1 medications, many people exploring weight loss options are asking: Should I try medication or consider surgery?
What happens during a colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is one of the most effective tools we have for detecting and preventing colorectal cancer.
Colorectal cancer: Know the signs
Understanding signs of colorectal cancer can help with early detection and treatment.
Wanken named program director of vascular surgery integrated residency
Vascular surgeon-educator to lead training program.
Why is lung cancer screening important?
Lung cancer screening plays a crucial role in detecting the disease early, improving survival rates, and reducing mortality.
Who should get screened for lung cancer?
Lung cancer is a significant public health issue, impacting thousands of lives each year.
5 ways to improve circulation
Good circulation is essential for keeping your heart, brain, and limbs healthy.
Leg swelling: What’s normal vs. what’s concerning
Many people experience swollen legs or ankles at some point in their lives.
Propelled by passion (Links to an external site)
Finding purpose and perspective in life’s challenges (Links to an external site)
A home run for awareness and research (Links to an external site)
A heart for the community (Links to an external site)
Doyle serves as WSA president
Renowned transplant surgeon completes term as head of Western Surgical Association.
St. Louis Children’s Hospital Ranked No. 1 in Pediatrics in Missouri and St. Louis by U.S. News & World Report (Links to an external site)
Surgery faculty recognized at Education Day 2025
Three surgeons were recognized at the 2025 Academy of Educators sponsored Education Day.
Belgeri celebrates 45 years of service at WashU Medicine
St. Louis native traverses career path facilitating funding for surgical innovation research.
Inspiring people: Jalyn Bonk (Links to an external site)
“I am grateful to be part of the WashU community, where I can make a positive impact on the lives of my patients while being supported by an extraordinary team.”
Breast cancer startup founded by WashU Medicine researchers acquired by Lunit (Links to an external site)
Prognosia’s AI-based imaging tech could improve prevention, early detection of breast cancer
WashU Medicine, St. Louis Children’s Hospital team performs first pediatric “domino” partial heart transplant in Midwest (Links to an external site)
The St. Louis Children’s Hospital, WashU Medicine Heart Center has become one of only eight programs in the nation to perform this rare, lifesaving procedure
SAFE accolade recipients – September/October 2025
Department members receive SAFE accolades for collegiality and professionalism.
It’s never too late for those with cancer to quit smoking (Links to an external site)
Smoking cessation program developed by WashU Medicine researchers at Siteman Cancer Center is more effective at prolonging life than some chemotherapies.
Dr. Timothy Eberlein Is ACS President-Elect (Links to an external site)
Renowned surgical oncologist and former chair of surgery elected President-Elect of the ACS.
4 things to know about minimally invasive pancreatic cancer surgery
Robotic surgery can have many benefits for people with pancreatic cancer.
Three surgeons admitted into American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators®
Awad, Leis, Sacks recognized for excellence in surgical education.
Wylie joins Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery and Division of Vascular Surgery
Trauma surgeon joins critical surgical care section on October 1.
Kotch joins Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery
Trauma specialist joins critical surgical care section on October 1.
Pulliam joins Division of Pediatric Surgery
Pediatric surgical specialist joins faculty October 1.
The Good Surgeon program brings humanities to surgical education
Project aims to explore humanistic and reflective dimensions of surgical practice during residency training.
Sanford named chief of Section of HPB-GI Surgery
Specialist in minimally invasive surgery to lead hepatobiliary-pancreatic and gastrointestinal surgery section.
Audrey’s brave new chapter (Links to an external site)
Young patient thriving after heart transplant
Care with heart (Links to an external site)
Barnes-Jewish Hospital unveils state-of-the-art patient care tower (Links to an external site)
The newly completed Plaza West Tower at Barnes-Jewish Hospital will expand critical care capabilities and provide advanced imaging and the latest in surgical preparation and recovery.
Overschmidt joins Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Washington University School of Medicine welcomes upper extremity surgery expert to plastic surgery division.
On the passing of Gregorio Sicard
Gregorio Sicard, MD, former chief of vascular surgery and director of general surgery, passed September 6.
WashU Medicine ranks third in TSF top 20 honor roll
Thoracic Surgery Foundation recognizes WashU Medicine among top 20 for research and education.
Rowland named director of Center for Humanism in Surgical Specialties
Pediatric surgeon and leading surgical educator to lead ethics center.
Sorber joins Division of Vascular Surgery
Aortic surgery specialist joins faculty September 1.
Kidd joins Section of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colorectal surgery specialist joins faculty September 1.
Keirsey joins Acute and Critical Care Surgery
Acute care fellowship alum joins Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery.
Dawood joins Division of Urologic Surgery
Urology specialist joins faculty September 1.
Stuber joins Division of Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery specialist joins faculty September 1.
Tevlin joins Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Craniofacial specialist joins plastic surgery faculty.
Brown joins Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic and reconstructive surgery residency alum joins faculty.
Nava receives AATS investigator award
Thoracic surgeon awarded funding for lung transplant research.
Physician-scientist spotlight: Roheena Panni, MD, MPHS
Surgeon-scientist describes pancreatic cancer research and the role of mentorship.
Myckatyn, Tenenbaum recognized among America’s best plastic surgeons in 2025
Plastic surgeons named leading doctors by Newsweek and Statista.
New faculty join Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery: August 2025
The Department of Surgery welcomes five new faculty members to the Section of Acute and Critical Care Surgery.
Zhu joins Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: August 2025
Breast microsurgery specialist joins plastic surgery faculty.
Surgeons recognized among America’s best doctors in 2025
Vascular, colorectal surgeons named leading doctors by Newsweek and Statista.