Congratulations to our 2023 plastic and reconstructive surgery residency and fellowship graduates!
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency and Fellowship Graduation and Annual James Barrett Brown Day 2023
Hand Wound Nearly Costs One Patient his Limb (and his Life) (Links to an external site)
How Parkland Health Center and Barnes-Jewish Hospital Helped Save Him
Department of Surgery New Faculty: July 2023
Washington University welcomes Drs. Rosengart and Neuberger to the Department of Surgery.
Washington University Shows Support at the Annual Walk from Obesity
Washington University bariatric surgeons, patients and supporters walk to raise awareness and funds at the 2023 Walk from Obesity.
Section of Vascular Surgery Becomes Founding Member of SVS Foundation
Washington University partners with the Society of Vascular Surgery as a Vascular Innovation Partner.
Martin to lead pediatric surgery division (Links to an external site)
Surgeon-scientist also to be surgeon-in-chief at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
Five Things to Discuss with Your Doctor This Men’s Health Awareness Month
Addressing five common urologic men’s health concerns and how to start the conversation with your doctor.
Study reveals how treatment-resistant prostate cancer provides its own hormonal fuel (Links to an external site)
Findings, in mice, suggest potential treatment strategy
Deb Osborne Retires After 30 Years of Service in the Department of Surgery
Patient Services Supervisor Deb Osborne reflects on her 30 years with the Department of Surgery and looks forward to what comes next.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: May 2023
Washington University welcomes Dr. Beryne Odeny to the Department of Surgery.
Cos and Bai Named Winners of 22nd Annual Samuel A. Wells, Jr., Resident Research Day
Resident finalists present groundbreaking research and faculty vote to select winners at 2023 Wells Research Day Competition.
Siteman Cancer Center launches cancer screening initiative to address racial disparities (Links to an external site)
Eckhouse Receives Barbara Berci Memorial Award
Shaina Eckhouse received the award for her leadership in patient-oriented minimally invasive surgery.
Wise Named Vice Chair for Education
Accomplished surgeon and educator to oversee training programs.
Change in breast density over time linked to cancer risk (Links to an external site)
Repeated mammograms contain data on changes in breast density over time that could help identify women at high risk of breast cancer and even reveal which breast is likely to be affected, according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.
As colon cancer spreads in younger adults, new research identifies earliest symptoms (Links to an external site)
Red flags indicate risk for early-onset colorectal cancer (Links to an external site)
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified four important signs and symptoms that signal an elevated risk of early-onset colorectal cancer. The incidence of colorectal cancer is rising in people under 50, making it important to recognize such signs.
Residents Receive International Research Fellowships
Two general surgery residents recently received international research fellowships. These highly competitive fellowships will support the residents during their lab time.
Awad Named President of Association for Surgical Education
Renowned surgical educator to lead national organization.
Researchers Identify Possible New Risk for Breast Cancer (Links to an external site)
Aft Installed as Inaugural Jeffrey F. Moley Professor of Endocrine and Oncologic Surgery
Washington University breast cancer specialist honored in memory of renowned surgical oncologist.
Always Looking Forward: Francesca Dimou Performs 500th Robotic Surgery
Minimally invasive bariatric surgeon reaches personal milestone and continues life-changing surgical work at Washington University.
Care at the Highest Caliber: Transplant Team Celebrates 2000th Lung Transplant
Washington University Lung Transplant Program reaches an impressive milestone at the start of 2023.
New imaging technology may reduce surgeries for rectal cancer patients (Links to an external site)
Grant supports training physician-scientists in cancer research (Links to an external site)
Funding aims to increase number of physicians driving innovative research in oncology
40 Years of Service: Celebrating Nancy Myers, Liz Nordike and Mary Quasebarth
Many faculty and staff enjoy long, rewarding careers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. This year, three Department of Surgery staff reach a significant milestone in their length of service at the School of Medicine. Nancy Myers, Liz Nordike and Mary Quasebarth all celebrate 40 years at Washington University. Though their paths […]
Pearson Fellow Joins Thoracic Surgery Section
Recipient of Pearson Fellowship to study approaches to lung transplant and benign esophageal disease at Washington University.
Doyle Inducted as Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Leading transplant surgeon Maria B. Majella Doyle, MD, MBA, receives international recognition as an RCSI Honorary Fellow.
Matthew Gerdisch Arrhythmia Fellow Joins Cardiac Surgery Section
Taras Lysyy, MD, MCh, is the recipient of the inaugural Matthew Gerdisch Arrhythmia Fellowship. Lysyy will be studying heart arrythmia and cardiac disease at Washington University.
Top Gun 2023
General surgery residents refine minimally invasive surgical skills and compete at WISE and SAGES.
Rising colorectal cancer rates among younger people call for earlier screening (Links to an external site)
Celebrating Service: Staff Milestone Awards 2023
The Department of Surgery recognizes five- to forty-year milestones for over 100 staff members.
Kaneko Installed as Shoenberg Chair in Cardiovascular Disease
Tsuyoshi Kaneko, MD, recognized at Shoenberg Chair Installation ceremony.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: March 2023
Washington University welcomes Drs. Guerra, Smith, Zuke, Mendelow, Wait, Allen and Oak to the Department of Surgery.
WISE Receives ACS-AEI Reaccreditation
Washington University surgical skills lab accredited and commended once again by the American College of Surgeons for top-tier education and programming.
Top Doctors 2023
Congratulations to the 41 Department of Surgery faculty recognized on the 2023 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list.
Featured Physician: Tsuyoshi Kaneko, MD (Links to an external site)
Get a more in-depth look at the people behind the white coats.
A New Lease on Life: Scott’s Story
After a shocking diagnosis, Scott Pulley was told a heart transplant was his only option. The Washington University heart team came together to find another way – and save his life in the process.
Research on Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Reveals Durable Treatment Options
Researchers with the Center for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome conducted a retrospective study to compare clinical outcomes between treatment options.
Department of Surgery New Faculty: February 2023
Washington University welcomes Drs. Alvarado and Guo to the Department of Surgery.
Pancreatic Cancer Claimed Robbie Knievel—Here are the Key Symptoms (Links to an external site)
Doctors explain what to know about pancreatic cancer and signs to be aware of.
SPAR Program Receives 2022 QUEST Award
The Surgical Prehabilitation and Readiness program is awarded the QUEST Award for its improvement of patient recovery by preparing them before surgery occurs.
For Early Cancer Detection: Get Screened Now (Links to an external site)
The Get Screened Now program is intended to increase public awareness about the importance of screening, with an emphasis on those who are medically underserved.
Registration Open for 30th Annual CME Refresher Course & Update in General Surgery
The Midwest’s most comprehensive general surgery review course returns to St. Louis – Register now!
13th Annual Anderson-Newton Lectureship in Transplantation
Robert A. Montgomery, MD, PhD, Director of Langone Transplant Institute at New York University, delivers 2022 Anderson-Newton Lecture.
Quality of treatment for lung cancer varies widely across US (Links to an external site)
Researchers identify measures to improve treatment quality, health outcomes.
Researchers Seek to Improve How Patients and Care Teams Make Decisions
Center for Collaborative Care Decisions’ inaugural bootcamp attracts international audience to address shared decision making.
Cancer patient on way to recovery thanks to St. Louis surgeon (Links to an external site)
Michael McDermott wasn’t sure he’d make it through the next hour. Now, after surgery in St. Louis, he’s going home for the holidays.
Rubin Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Brian Rubin, MD, honored as recipient of 2022 BJH Medical Staff Association Lifetime Achievement Award.
More frequent CT scans not associated with improved outcomes after lung cancer surgery (Links to an external site)
Less frequent CT scans may reduce health-care costs, patient anxiety.