Surgical Fellowships
Our fellowship training programs strive to enhance competency and improve surgical skills in a cutting-edge learning environment. Fellows perform a wide-range of procedures and participate in the multidisciplinary care of surgical patients. The novel clinical and research components of these fellowships are further enriched by the experienced and renowned faculty in our Department.
- Abdominal Transplant Surgery Fellowship
- Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship
- Colorectal Surgery Fellowship
- Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship
- Endocrine Surgery Fellowship
- MIS, Abdominal Wall and Hernia Fellowship
- MIS, Foregut and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship
- Surgical Critical Care and Acute Care Surgery Fellowship
- Vascular Surgery Fellowship
The latest education news
Dr. Madhuri Nishtala wins WMAA Outstanding Resident Teaching Award
Dr. Madhuri Nishtala, general surgery resident, received the Outstanding Resident Teaching Award from the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association (WMAA). The Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association (WMAA) presents annual teaching awards to individuals who are highly regarded …
Dr. Patrick Carney Wins Flash Talk at UW Carbone Cancer Center Research Retreat
Dr. Patrick Carney, general surgery resident, won the flash talk session at the UW Carbone Cancer Center’s Annual Research Retreat. The top six abstracts from the meeting were selected for a 10-minute oral presentation and …

2026 Match: Announcing Our New Residents!
The Wisconsin Department of Surgery is excited to announce the selection of our 2026 matched residents. We’re pleased to welcome these gifted future surgeons to our residency programs! General Surgery Residency >> Academic Track Hannah …
Opportunities for Success: Residents Thrive During Research Years
Research is one of the foundational pillars in the UW–Madison Department of Surgery. That is reflected throughout the department, including the trainee programs. All three of our residency programs provide trainees opportunities for dedicated research …
Project led by Dr. Brigitte Smith Awarded $1.1 Million Grant from AMA
A team led by Dr. Brigitte Smith, an associate professor in the Division of Vascular Surgery and the Department of Surgery’s Vice Chair of Education, has been selected as one of 11 teams to receive …
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