Trainees compete in laparoscopic skills showdown at WISE.
WISE Top Gun 2025
Tag: Education
The Value of Global Surgery Experience
General surgery residents at WashU Medicine have several opportunities for global surgery experiences during their training.
Wells Resident Research Day 2024
Rossetti, Shepherd and Roberts named winners at 23rd Samuel A, Wells, Jr. Research Day
Wise Named Vice Chair for Education
Accomplished surgeon and educator to oversee training programs.
Awad Named President of Association for Surgical Education
Renowned surgical educator to lead national organization.
Asking the Big Questions
ACS-AEI fellow Tiffany Brocke, MD, seeks to advance surgical education for the next generation of trainees.
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.
Leading in Surgical Education: Paul Wise, MD
General Surgery Residency Program Director Paul Wise selected to APDS executive committee.
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.
Olumba and Newcomer Named Winners of the 21st Annual Samuel A. Wells, Jr., Resident Research Day Competition
Four finalists presented research at 2022 Samuel A. Wells, Jr., Research Day Competition and two winners were selected by faculty vote
Residents, Faculty and Staff Attend Surgical Education Week 2022
Members of the Department of Surgery had a successful showing at Surgical Education Week (SEW) 2022. Alongside several research presentations, residents and staff were honored with awards and grants from surgical education organizations.
Introduction to Robotic Surgery Training at WISE
General surgery residents at the Washington University Institute for Surgical Education get hands-on experience with the latest innovations in surgical technology during an introduction to robotic surgery training course.
Department of Surgery Educators Recognized by Medical Student Awards
At the 2020-2021 Distinguished Service Teaching Awards, three members of the department were recognized for their contributions to medical student education.
Three Aspects of Health and Healing: The Biopsychosocial Model in Medicine
The biopsychosocial model is a valuable perspective on health and wellness than can be applied to patient experience. Whether biological, psychological or social health, these aspects of wellness have influence each other and can impact a patient’s condition as well as how care should be administered. This model has helped direct surgeons at WashU hospitals.
Klingensmith Named ACGME Senior Vice President for Procedural Accreditation
Mary Klingensmith, MD, transitions to new national leadership role in surgical education as Senior Vice President for Procedural Accreditation at the ACGME.
Steven Strasberg Retires after 50 Years of HPB Surgery
Steven Strasberg, MD, retires after a seminal 50-year career in HPB-GI surgery.
FLS and OSATS Training at WISE
Surgery residents come to the WISE Center for laparoscopic and suturing skills lab training this summer.
Youth Outreach at WISE
General Surgery residents gave a tour of the WISE Center and explained various elements of surgery during the BJC School Outreach and Youth Development’s 2021 Adventures in Healthcare Camp.
Surgical Education from Start to Finish
Britta Han, MD, MSEd, brings her passion for education to the WISE Center as an ACS-AEI Education Fellow.
Steven Hunt, MD, Receives Moley Mentorship Award
General surgery chief residents recognize Steven Hunt, MD, for his mentorship at 2020-2021 graduation ceremony.
Surgical Oncology | 2020 Annual Report
The Department of Surgery 2020 Annual Report features clinical, research and educational accomplishments from the Section of Surgical Oncology.
Michael Awad, MD, PhD, FACS, Inducted to American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
Awad recounts the growth of his career as a surgical educator, from beginning as a teaching assistant in college to becoming Director of the Washington University Institute for Surgical Education.
Ask the Residents: What Are Your Goals for this Year?
Residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs answer frequently asked questions about Washington University School of Medicine, living in St. Louis and life as a resident.
Meet the Residents: Angela Lee, MD, and Andrew McLaughlin, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Ask the Residents: What Advice Would You Give Medical Students Applying for Residency?
Residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs answer frequently asked questions about Washington University School of Medicine, living in St. Louis and life as a resident.
Meet the Residents: Leah Jensen, MD, and Jorge Zarate Rodriguez, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Corbin Frye, MD, and Carrie Ronstrom, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Connor Callahan, MD and Ema Zubovic, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Maria Martinez, MD, and Daniel Wong, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Heidy Cos, MD, and Anna Rose Johnson, MD, MPH
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Ask the Residents: What’s Your Favorite Memory from Residency?
Residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs answer frequently asked questions about Washington University School of Medicine, living in St. Louis and life as a resident.
Meet the Residents: Hailey Shepherd, MD, and Nick Pickersgill, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Katie Agamawi, MD, and Britta Han, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Ask the Residents: What’s Your Favorite Thing About Living in St. Louis?
Residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs answer frequently asked questions about Washington University School of Medicine, living in St. Louis and life as a resident.
Meet the Residents: Vivi Abud, MD, and Trina Ebersole, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Leah Conant, MD, and Momodou Jammeh, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Ask the Residents: Why Did You Choose Washington University?
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Meet the Residents: Erin Andrade, MD, MPH, and Affan Zafar, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Q&A Sessions
Interested in learning about the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Program at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis? Have questions for faculty or current residents? Learn more and sign up for an informational session.
Meet the Residents: Laura Lee, MD, and Andrew Linkugel, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis for their surgical training.
WISE Reopening
The WISE Center reopens for surgical skills labs July 27. Learn more about WISE’s offerings and the measures being taken to provide trainees the best in robotic, laparoscopic and open surgery skills training.
Meet the Residents: Nimrod Barashi, MD, and Katharine Caldwell, MD
Get to know the residents in the Department of Surgery’s residency programs, and why they chose Washington University School of Medicine for their surgical training.
Campus Catch-Up
The Washington University campus community is making headlines every day. Members of the School of Medicine are regularly featured in local, national and international news stories. Department of Surgery faculty, staff and medical students are leaders in their specialties, and share their expertise when called upon. Campus Catch-Up collects some of these stories and celebrates members of the community who are receiving recognition.
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.
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.
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.
Campus Catch-Up
The Washington University campus community is making headlines every day. Members of the School of Medicine are regularly featured in local, national and international news stories. Department of Surgery faculty, staff and medical students are leaders in their specialties, and share their expertise when called upon. Campus Catch-Up collects some of these stories and celebrates members of the community who are receiving recognition.
The Next Generation of Cardiothoracic Surgeons
Three graduating cardiothoracic fellows look forward to advancing their careers in the specialty.
Stop the Virus
LJ Punch, MD, and Mary Politi, PhD, collaborate with Ian Wood, an artist and student in the Master of Population Health Sciences program to create public health information.
Campus Catch-Up
The Washington University campus community is making headlines every day. Members of the School of Medicine are regularly featured in local, national and international news stories. Department of Surgery faculty, staff and medical students are leaders in their specialties, and share their expertise when called upon. Campus Catch-Up collects some of these stories and celebrates members of the community who are receiving recognition.