Renowned surgical educator to lead national organization.
Awad Named President of Association for Surgical Education
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.
Drug triggers immune cells to attack prostate cancer (Links to an external site)
Compound kills tumors in mice, human cancer cells in multiple ways.
Hemmer Receives Cholangiocarcinoma Oncology Nurses of Excellence Award
HPB Nurse Coordinator recognized as first recipient of nursing award at 2022 Cholangiocarcinoma Summit.
A Helping Hand: Carmen’s Story
A rare disease nearly cost Carmen her hands, until she met microvascular surgeon Mitchell Pet, MD.
COVID-19 widened health disparities in employment, food (Links to an external site)
Mackinnon Receives Prestigious Award from American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Pioneer in peripheral nerve surgery recognized at annual meeting.
Dr. Timothy Eberlein Leads ACS Board of Regents (Links to an external site)
Fields Honored as First Kim and Tim Eberlein Distinguished Professor
Ryan Fields, MD, recognized alongside Paul and Elke Koch and Kim and Tim Eberlein, MD, at distinguished professorship installation ceremony.
Toriola named Danforth WashU Physician-Scientist Scholar (Links to an external site)
Adetunji T. Toriola, MD, PhD, a professor of surgery in the Division of Public Health Sciences, has been named a William H. Danforth Washington University Physician Scholar.
Supporting victims of trauma, disrupting the cycle of violence (Links to an external site)
Kaneko Named Chief of Cardiac Surgery
Transcatheter cardiac surgeon leads section with innovation in clinical, research and education programs.
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.