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Department News
Recent news announcements from the Department of Surgery including faculty research and accomplishments, as well as community education information.
Bullock Receives Medical Staff Association Lifetime Achievement Award
“Virtuoso” Bullock recognized for 31 years of unwavering devotion to patients, surgical excellence & unparalleled commitment to community activism.
The Value of Global Surgery Experience
General surgery residents at WashU Medicine have several opportunities for global surgery experiences during their training.
Brunt Recognized by NHL Team Physicians
Minimally invasive surgeon recognized for length of service as St. Louis Blues team physician.
SAFE Accolade Recipients
Congratulations to the Department of Surgery SAFE accolade recipients
The Best Part of Being a Breast Surgeon: Q&A with Breast Fellow Olivia Galloway, MD
Breast surgery fellow shares why she chose WashU Medicine and the most impactful part of her work.
Faculty Recognized by Academy of Educators
Currie receives Rising Star Award, faculty are inducted into Academy of Educators.
Eberlein Honored at Inaugural Lecture and Portrait Unveiling
Director of Siteman Cancer Center and past surgery chair recognized for contributions to cancer care.
Ethan Vargo, DO, Joins Division of Urologic Surgery
WashU Medicine alum and urologist joins the faculty with focus on urologic oncology and benign disease.
Hubert Swana, MD, Joins Division of Urologic Surgery
Urologist with expertise in minimally invasive techniques joins faculty as director of pediatric urology.
Kathryn Rowland, MD, MPHS, Joins Division of Pediatric Surgery
WashU Medicine alum and pediatric surgeon to start October 2024.