Inguinal, incisional, and ventral hernias: What’s the difference?
A hernia specialist at WashU Medicine is the best next step to get an accurate diagnosis and a tailored treatment plan.
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.
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.
What to know about testicular cancer
Learn to recognize symptoms and when to seek medical attention.
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.
5 tips for living with IBS
Five practical tips to help you live better with IBS.
What is irritable bowel syndrome?
It is important to distinguish between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which are different gastrointestinal conditions.