Transcatheter cardiac surgeon leads section with innovation in clinical, research and education programs.
Kaneko Named Chief of Cardiac Surgery
Nicholas T. Kouchoukos Research Day 2022
Cardiothoracic trainees present research and visiting professor delivers lecture at annual Kouchoukos Research Day.
New Drug, Positive Results For Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (Links to an external site)
Atrial Fibrillation at a Glance
A healthy heart is essential to overall health and wellbeing, and an irregular heartbeat can be an early warning sign of complications down the line.
Asking the Big Questions
ACS-AEI fellow Tiffany Brocke, MD, seeks to advance surgical education for the next generation of trainees.
The truth about hernia mesh
Surgical mesh plays an important role in most abdominal wall hernia surgeries.
What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer
Learn more about prostate cancer types, symptoms and treatment from Washington University surgeons at Siteman Cancer Center.
What to Know About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes pain, numbness or weakness in the hand – but what causes the condition and what can be done about it?
What to Expect as a New Intern
We asked some of our current interns what they are most excited to do or accomplish this academic year.
Embracing Life With an Ostomy Bag
Ostomy surgery can be life altering – but for many patients, it can uncover a newfound sense of freedom and a new outlook on life.
Expert Care at Your Fingertips – Washington University Hand Surgery
Hand surgeons ease the pain and inconvenience of hand, wrist and finger conditions.
Leading in Surgical Education: Paul Wise, MD
General Surgery Residency Program Director Paul Wise selected to APDS executive committee.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: September 2022
Washington University welcomes Drs. Ebersole, Leigh, Spruce and Yeh to the Department of Surgery.
Brown receives Paul LoGerfo Research Award
AAES Foundation award recognizes Brown’s investigations in new therapies for aggressive thyroid cancer.
Who is Eligible for Colorectal Cancer Screening in 2022?
Learn more about the up-to-date screening guidelines and tests for eligible patients at risk of colorectal cancer.
Study offers insights into how pancreatic cancer develops (Links to an external site)
Atlas of pancreas tumors reveals important new findings in treatment resistance, possible new therapies.
Five things to know about vasectomy
Vasectomy is a safe, simple and common procedure which blocks sperm from reaching semen as a form of birth control.
A Parent’s Guide to Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate are common conditions that develop before birth.
Breast Reconstruction in Virtual Reality: Innovations in Plastic Surgery
Surgeons use virtual reality headsets for intraoperative planning of DIEP flap breast reconstruction.
Death of beloved radio host prompts discussion on prostate cancer (Links to an external site)
After beloved St. Louis radio personality Jeff Burton died from prostate cancer, Zachary Smith, MD, appeared on Fox2 to discuss what men need to know about this disease.
Diagnosing Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome – How Reliable Are Current Testing Methods?
Two new studies tackle questions regarding the reliability of the standardized elevated arm stress test in the diagnosis of neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome.
Understanding ECMO
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation helps the body recover during heart or lung failure.
What is DIEP Flap Surgery?
State-of-the-art breast reconstruction provides natural results after mastectomy.
Planning for a healthier school year (Links to an external site)
Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH, offers advice on how to keep children healthy this school year.
Leading in Liver Transplantation: Maria B. Majella Doyle, MD, MBA
Distinguished endowed chair recognizes Doyle’s vital role in transplant surgery.
Top Doctors 2022
Congratulations to the Department of Surgery faculty recognized on the 2022 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list.
Lung Cancer – The Basics
Learn more about lung cancer types, symptoms and treatment from Washington University surgeons at Siteman Cancer Center.
What You Need to Know about Lung Cancer Screening in 2022
Screening guidelines updated in 2021 nearly double the number of eligible individuals.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: August 2022
Washington University welcomes Drs. Al-Aref, Craft, Gul, Hayek, Holzem and Yu to the Department of Surgery.
A Look Into Hepatitis and Liver Transplant
Hepatitis can cause damage to the liver and, in some cases, a need for a liver transplant.
Sarcoma – What It Is and How It’s Treated
Sarcomas are a cancerous condition that manifests in different types of tissue. Symptoms include progressively enlarged or painful lumps that are superficial, deep or in the joints. There are many options for diagnosing sarcomas, and their progress or stage determines treatment options. Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that often doesn’t cause symptoms, which makes screenings vitally important if you develop any new and unidentified lumps.
Cigarette smokers who try to quit often end up vaping and smoking (Links to an external site)
Cessation treatment can aid such dual nicotine users.
Program Director Bootcamp 2022 Underway
Department of Surgery faculty and staff participate in training for residency and fellowship leaders.
Snyder-Warwick named Chair of Plastic Surgery Research Council’s 2025 Annual Meeting
Historic Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to host 70th Annual Meeting.
Life After Bariatric Surgery: Activities & Diet
Making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, can be difficult. They may have questions about their life after their procedure, wonder what sort of diet restrictions they will have, and question who will be there to support them before and after surgery. Washington University bariatric surgeons are partners in their patient’s […]
Caulk and Cordonnier Visiting Professorships in Urology 2022
John R. Caulk Visiting Professor Gerald Andriole, MD, and Justin J. Cordonnier Visiting Professor Mohammad Allaf, MD, visit the Division of Urology.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: July 2022
The Department of Surgery welcomes new Chair, John Olson, MD, and the Divisions of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Public Health Sciences and Urologic Surgery welcome new faculty.
Urology Graduation and Awards 2022
Congratulations to graduating urology residents and fellows from the class of 2022.
Are Pelvic Floor Disorders a Normal Part of Aging?
Although these pelvic floor disorders become more common as women age, they do not have to be a normal part of aging.
General Surgery Chief Resident Graduation and Awards 2022
Congratulations to our 2022 graduates, who will go on to become leaders in surgery.
Plastic Surgery Team Participates in Women’s Health Seminar
Kelly Currie, MD, and McKenna Buchheit (Roberts), PA, participated in Christian Hospital’s women’s health seminar.
Are Hernia Belts Effective?
A hernia belt can provide temporary relief, but surgery is the only way to fix a hernia.
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Named Blue Distinction Center in Bariatric Surgery
This distinction recognizes the Weight Loss Surgery Program as expert providers in delivering specialty care.
James Barrett Brown Visiting Professor and Research Day 2022
Visiting professor and research presentations honor legacy of plastic surgery chair.
General Surgery Education Conference: Grand Rounds and Residency Awards
Eberlein delivers a reflection on the future of surgery and residents present annual awards.
Blood Donation: What, How and Why
Washington University patients benefit from blood donations during surgery and in critical care situations. Learn about the “what, how, and why” of blood donation.
Kimberly Berni, MD, and Jeffrey Glaser, MD, Join Washington University Urology
Kimberly Berni, MD, and Jeffrey Glaser, MD, join Washington University Urology at Progress West Hospital and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital.
Men’s Health: Starting the Conversation & Getting Screened
Washington University surgeons highlight the importance of speaking openly about men’s health with your doctors and learning about screening guidelines.
Doyle installed as distinguished chair in transplantation (Links to an external site)
Surgeon named Mid-America Transplant/Department of Surgery Distinguished Endowed Chair in Abdominal Transplantation.
The Perfect Repair: Vojin’s Hernia Story
Dr. Blatnik fixed the complex hernias that caused Vojin pain for years.