A new study suggests that younger generations are aging biologically faster than their older counterparts.
Faster Aging in Younger Generations Linked to Rise in Early-Onset Cancer (Links to an external site)
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Cardiothoracic surgery graduation 2026 (Links to an external site)
Four trainees graduate from cardiothoracic fellowship programs, two faculty recognized for their contributions to academic surgery.
Cerebrovascular Disease – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join vascular surgery resident Dr. Ryan Wahidi for a discussion with expert vascular surgeon, Dr. Mohamed Zayed.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery graduation and James Barrett Brown Day 2026 (Links to an external site)
4 residents and 3 fellows were honored at the 2026 plastic surgery graduation.
Rosengart named inaugural Theodore and Bertha Bryan Professor of Environmental Medicine (Links to an external site)
Matthew R. Rosengart, MD, has been installed as the inaugural Theodore and Bertha Bryan Professor of Environmental Medicine in the WashU Medicine Mary Culver Department of Surgery.
Fellowship to faculty: Stephanie Armocida
Stephanie Armocida, MD, shares insights from her time in the acute and critical care surgery fellowship’s first all-female graduating class.
Colditz, Jiang receive Chancellor’s Award for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Links to an external site)
WashU Medicine researchers developed AI tool that refines breast-cancer risk prediction
Colon and Rectum: Part 2 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Jorge Zárate Rodriguez for a discussion with expert colorectal surgeon, Dr. Steven Hunt.
Rowland receives education grant
Award from American Pediatric Surgical Association Foundation will support study of pediatric surgery fellow well-being and training experiences.
Four early-career physician-scientists selected as Dean’s Scholars (Links to an external site)
Four physician-scientists have been selected as Dean’s Scholars, a program that supports outstanding early-career faculty.
Targeting tumor metabolism to fight cancer (Links to an external site)
Collaboration among WashU Medicine researchers to address challenges in tumor metabolism.
Colon and Rectum: Part 1 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Jorge Zárate Rodriguez for a discussion with expert minimally invasive surgeon, Dr. Steven Hunt, whose broad expertise covers the breadth of colon and rectal surgery.
Brown receives community-engaged research award
Victoria Brown, PhD, received the Provost Impact Award for Early Career Community-Engaged Research.
Five surgeons elected into AΩA class of 2026
Five surgery faculty and trainees were inducted to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society class of 2026.
Designing the future of surgical education: Beneville and Hatcher reflect on fellowship experience
WISE fellows reflect on their experience training in simulation curriculum development.
Adrenal Gland: Part 2 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Corbin Frye for a discussion with expert minimally invasive surgeon Dr. L. Michael Brunt, whose broad expertise includes adrenal maladies.
Puri receives VA research award
Varun Puri, MD, recognized by the St. Louis VA for advancing lung cancer research that improves care for veterans.
Breast Cancer Thrivers and Supporters Champion New Chair Inspired By Gratitude (Links to an external site)
In honor of her dedication to patients over the past 30 years, Dr. Margenthaler was installed as the inaugural Endowed Chair for Surgical Excellence in Breast Cancer through The Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital on April 9, 2026.
Board game simulation helps faculty practice procedural feedback
Plastic surgeon designed a faculty development simulation to strengthen real-time teaching and feedback in procedural settings.
Adrenal Gland: Part 1 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Corbin Frye for a discussion with expert minimally invasive surgeon, Dr. L. Michael Brunt, whose broad expertise includes adrenal maladies.
The permanent tool: Jennifer’s weight loss journey
Jennifer Garland offers testimony to the benefits of weight loss surgery for those struggling to maintain a healthy weight.
Noda receives scholar of the year award
Christopher Noda, MD, recognized by CRTC for research on ethics and clinician well-being in pediatric oncology.
Intraoperative Considerations – Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast
Join general surgery resident Dr. Felicia Zhang for a discussion with expert trauma surgeon, Dr. Jason Snyder.
Surgical simulation specialist: Angelia DeClue
Reflecting on 15 years of service as an education service coordinator in WISE.
Skin and Soft Tissue Tumors: Part 3 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Ken Newcomer for a discussion with Dr. Ryan Fields, the former chair of the Section of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at WashU Medicine and leading expert in comprehensive surgical cancer care.
Jiang recognized for statistical innovation (Links to an external site)
WashU Medicine cancer biostatistician receives 2026 Annie T. Randall Innovator Award.
Overcoming hyperhidrosis: Azra’s journey (Links to an external site)
For most people, sweating is a normal part of life. But for Azra Pervan, now 15, excessive sweating, a condition known as hyperhidrosis, controlled nearly every part of her life.
Thoracic surgeons establish robotic esophagectomy program
New minimally invasive approach now available at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Skin and Soft Tissue Tumors: Part 2 – Washington Manual of Surgery
Join general surgery resident Dr. Ken Newcomer for a discussion with Dr. Ryan Fields, the former chair of the Section of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at WashU Medicine and leading expert in comprehensive surgical cancer care.
Motivated by life: Tom’s story (Links to an external site)
Tom Williamson, a competitive distance runner in high school, thought he was simply out of shape when it became increasingly difficult to breathe while doing everyday activities around his Northwest Chicago suburban home. It was something he lived with until an excruciating stomach pain put him in the hospital.
Collaborative research: Transforming surgical approaches in congenital heart disease
Pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons advance surgical approaches in life-saving treatment.
Five department faculty receive 2026 Dean’s Impact Awards
Surgeons recognized for exceptional clinical care, education, research and service at WashU Medicine.
Skin cancer prevention: What you need to know
Skin cancer is common, but you are not powerless against it.
Siteman cancer center prevention expert named Guggenheim Fellow (Links to an external site)
With the prestigious award, Yin Cao, ScD, MPH, will write a book examining why cancers are increasingly occurring earlier in life — and how this shift can be better understood, communicated and prevented.
Skin and Soft Tissue Tumors: Part 1 – Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast
Join general surgery resident Dr. Ken Newcomer for a discussion with Dr. Ryan Fields, the former chief of the Section of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at WashU Medicine and leading expert in comprehensive surgical cancer care.
SAFE accolade recipients – February/March 2026
Department members received SAFE accolades for collegiality and professionalism.
First cases for JOURNEY clinical trial completed at WashU Medicine (Links to an external site)
The structural heart program at Washington University/Barnes-Jewish Hospital has completed its first cases using the J-Valve transcatheter device as part of the JOURNEY Trial, a national clinical study evaluating a novel treatment approach for native aortic regurgitation.
Soft Tissue Infection – Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast
Join general surgery resident Dr. Tiffany Brocke for a discussion with Dr. Lindsay Kranker, surgical critical care specialist and assistant professor of surgery with expertise in comprehensive trauma/emergency surgery care.
Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery | 2025 Annual Report
The 2025 Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Annual Report showcases clinical, research, and educational milestones from the past year.
WashU Medicine team performs region’s first procedure using breakthrough valve technology (Links to an external site)
Cardiologists and cardiac surgeons from WashU Medicine’s cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery divisions used the ShortCut device to successfully treat a high-risk patient with a failing heart valve.
What to know about testicular cancer
Learn to recognize symptoms and when to seek medical attention.
Early detection saves lives: Testicular cancer self-exams
While it can occur at any age, testicular cancer is highly curable—especially when it is found early.
Breast Disease – Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast
Join general surgery resident Dr. Faiz Gani for a discussion with Dr. Julie Margenthaler, surgical oncologist and professor of surgery with expertise in the treatment of breast disease.
mRNA vaccines follow unconventional immune path to destroy tumors (Links to an external site)
Insight from study in mice could guide next-generation cancer vaccine development
Division of Urologic Surgery | 2025 Annual Report
The 2025 Division of Urologic Surgery Annual Report showcases clinical, research, and educational milestones from the past year.
Surgery faculty, clerkship recognized with 2026 teaching awards
Kranker, clerkship recognized at Distinguished Service Teaching Awards ceremony.
Burns: Part 2 – Washington Manual of Surgery Podcast
Join general surgery resident Dr. Oluseye Oduyale for a discussion with Dr. John Kirby, director of the Burn and Wound Healing Programs at Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery | 2025 Annual Report
The 2025 Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery Annual Report showcases clinical, research, and educational milestones from the past year.
Faculty projects selected for 2026 research corps
Support for AI-assisted research in cancer susceptibility, facial rehabilitation.
4 reasons to be an organ donor
Organ donation alleviates the organ shortage and supports medical research.