The Department of Surgery faculty members strive to share their research with the public. Faculty members speak with news organizations and contribute content to help educate the public about cancer and chronic disease prevention.
Department News
Recent news announcements from the Department of Surgery including faculty research and accomplishments, as well as community education information.
RAPIDO Results Offer New Standard of Care for Rectal Cancer
Results of an international study including School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center researchers show improved outcomes for patients with advanced cases of rectal cancer.
Urology Chief Residents Share Their Wisdom
Three graduating urology chief residents reflect on their training as they prepare for the next steps of their careers.
Men’s Health Questions Answered: Vasectomy Reversal
Dane Johnson, MD, Assistant Professor of Urologic Surgery, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about vasectomy reversal.
Society of Urologic Oncology Fellowship
The Division of Urology announces an SUO-approved fellowship designed to train urologic oncologists by providing a broad clinical and research experience.
Skin Cancer Types and Treatment
The Skin Cancer Team at Washington University School of Medicine and Siteman Cancer Center shares information on skin cancer types and treatments.
Making Informed Decisions
Researchers in Minimally Invasive Surgery study the impact of patient self-education on health care decisions regarding hernia repair and surgical mesh.
Men’s Health Questions Answered: Vasectomy
Arnold Bullock, MD, Professor of Urologic Surgery, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about vasectomy.
LJ Punch Receives St. Louis Magazine A-List 2020 Visionary Award
St. Louis Magazine recognizes LJ Punch for their ability to convey crucial health information to the community in the face of gun violence and the COVID-19 pandemic.
It Takes a Village: Treating Adolescent Obesity Through True Collaboration
Shaina Eckhouse, MD, works in collaboration with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, the Healthy Start Clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and fellow surgeons at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis to treat adolescent patients with bariatric surgery.
John R. Caulk Visiting Professorship 2020
Peggy Pearle, MD, PhD, visits the School of Medicine from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center for the Division of Urology’s annual John R. Caulk Visiting Professorship.