Layton Rikkers Surgical Society
Welcome to the University of Wisconsin Layton Rikkers Surgical Society. We value our alumni’s commitment both to the institution and to each other and strive to provide the information and resources necessary to promote these unique relationships. We look to you for inspiration and guidance as our alumni network expands in size and geography. Thank you for joining the UW surgical family and for staying connected.
Please let us know how we can best serve you as alumni of the University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery. Professional success stories, personal triumphs, and fond memories are also very welcome. Your comments may be included in our new Department of Surgery Alumni Newsletter!
About the society
The University of Wisconsin Layton Rikkers Surgical Society is comprised of current and former faculty and the residents and fellows who trained with the department since its inception in 1924. The organization’s main purpose is to foster relationships and develop programs that improve surgical education.
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Annual dues are not required. You are welcome and encouraged to make a gift to the Department of Surgery’s Layton Rikkers Surgical Society. Your gift to the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin is fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Please direct comments and suggestions to:
Michelle Oster
Campaign Strategist & Managing Senior Director of Development
(608) 265-9144
michelle.oster@supportuw.org
The latest news from our alumni
University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery Hosts 2022 Rikkers Education Retreat
This past week, the University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery held our annual Layton F. Rikkers Education Retreat, with this year commemorating the 24th retreat and our first in-person since 2019. The theme for this …
Remembering John R. Pellett, MD
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Featured Alumni: Carolyn Rogers-Vizena
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Welcome Dr. Syed Nabeel Zafar to the Division of Surgical Oncology!
The Department of Surgery is pleased to welcome Dr. Nabeel Zafar as Assistant Professor (CHS) in the Division of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Zafar will be joining active peritoneal surface malignancy, hepatopancreatobiliary, and GI oncology programs, …
Welcome Dr. Muhammed Murtaza to the Division of Surgical Oncology!
The Department of Surgery is pleased to welcome Dr. Muhammed Murtaza as Associate Professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Murtaza will be joining the Center for Human Genomics and Precision Medicine, located in …
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