Against the Odds: Advancing Research for an Ultra-Rare Liver Cancer
When talking about cancer research, much of the conversation centers around breast, prostate, lung and colorectal cancer – and rightly so as those cancers account for nearly 50% of all new cancer diagnosis in the …
May 15, 2026In My Own Words: Dr. Naren Patel’s Trip to Ethiopia
At the beginning of May, I took my first trip to Black Lion Hospital in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. During this visit, I worked alongside the Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, and Wound Care teams to better understand …
May 15, 2026Dr. Anthony D’Alessandro Awarded Clinical Sciences Emeriti Faculty Award
Dr. Anthony D’Alessandro, professor emeritus in the Division of Transplantation, was awarded the Clinical Sciences Emeriti Faculty Award from the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association (WMAA) at the WMAA Awards Banquet on May 1. The Emeriti …
May 6, 2026Dr. Rebecca Sippel Awarded the Resident/Fellow Citation – Distinguished Resident Award
Dr. Rebecca Sippel, professor and Chair of the Division of Endocrine Surgery, was awarded the Resident/Fellow Citation – Distinguished Resident Award from the Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association (WMAA) at the WMAA Awards Banquet on May …
May 6, 2026Wisconsin Surgery Research Roundup: March 2026
Wisconsin Department of Surgery members engage in remarkable research that yields many impactful publications every month. We’re highlighting several of these publications monthly to showcase the diversity of research in the department; see selections from …
April 27, 2026Microsurgery and Regenerative Medicine Lab trains Ukrainian Surgeons
During the first two weeks of April, six Ukrainian surgeons joined Wisconsin Surgery to learn limb-saving microsurgery techniques to treat war injuries. The Microsurgery and Regenerative Medicine Lab, led by Drs. Samuel Poore and Aaron …
April 23, 2026Wisconsin Surgery Leads the Way on Entrustable Professional Activities
The Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) for a specialty define the core clinical activities that a resident should be deemed competent to perform independently by the conclusion of their training. Residents’ entrustability is observed during day-to-day …
April 22, 2026Wisconsin Surgery Faculty and Residents Participate in 2026 Healthcare Disparities Conference
The AHANA-MAPS Pre-Health Society, a UW–Madison student organization for African, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American students, hosted its 14th annual Healthcare Disparities Conference on April 12, 2026. The theme of the conference was “Healing Beyond …
April 20, 2026In My Own Words: Dr. Miloš Buhavac’s Trip to Ethiopia
At the beginning of March, I traveled to Hawassa University Hospital in Hawassa, Ethiopia as a part of the American College of Surgeons Health Outreach Program for Equity in Global Surgery (ACS H.O.P.E). ACS H.O.P.E …
April 20, 2026Surgery Staff Recognized with 2026 UW–Madison Administrative Improvement Award
Rick Ziegler, chief financial officer, JoAnne Vaccaro, director of research operations, and Anca Freilinger, accountant II, were a part of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) team that won a 2026 UW–Madison …
April 14, 2026Wisconsin Surgery Research Roundup: February 2026
Wisconsin Department of Surgery members engage in remarkable research that yields many impactful publications every month. We’re highlighting several of these publications monthly to showcase the diversity of research in the department; see selections from …
April 6, 2026Dr. Sharon Weber named 2026 Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters Fellow
Dr. Sharon Weber, professor and Chair of the Division of Surgical Oncology, was named a 2026 Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters Fellow. She is the third faculty member from the UW–Madison Department of …
April 3, 2026Dr. 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 …
April 2, 2026Dr. Catharine Garland Honored with the 2026 Emerging Leader Award from the ACPA
Dr. Catharine Garland, associate professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery, was honored with the 2026 Emerging Leader Award from the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA). The Emerging Leader Award is given to an …
April 2, 2026Dr. 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 …
April 2, 2026Dr. Sharon Weber Recognized as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine by Castle Connolly
Dr. Sharon Weber, professor and Chair of the Division of Surgical Oncology, was recognized as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine by Castle Connolly. The Exceptional Women in Medicine awardees are recognized annually, based on peer …
April 1, 2026In My Own Words: Dr. Saad Sahi’s Trip to Burundi and Uganda
In late November and early December of 2025, I traveled to Burundi and Uganda for two interconnected global surgery activities: the annual College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA) scientific conference and …
April 1, 2026Dr. Ana De Roo Awarded Prestigious Career Development Award from the American Cancer Society
Division of Colorectal Surgery Assistant Professor Ana De Roo, MD, MSc hopes to spend her career improving clinical processes and decision-making so patients with cancer are supported, informed, and receive care that is aligned with …
April 1, 2026Department of Surgery Partners with HOPE Program for Surgical Skills Workshop
On March 7, 2026, the Department of Surgery hosted a surgical skills workshop in partnership with the HOPE Program. This workshop gave hands-on learning experiences to high school students. To start the sessions, students learned …
March 30, 2026
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 …
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