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Research Program, Centers & Labs
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72 Residents
6
20 Fellows
Experimental Surgical Services
Education & Training

The Department of Surgery offers comprehensive residency programs and surgery fellowships in several different specialty areas, ranging from cardiothoracic surgery, surgical critical care, to vascular surgery and more.

Basic & Translational Sciences Laboratory
Research

Our robust research program provides our residents and faculty the opportunity to participate in scientific discovery and clinical innovation. We have a rich history of renowned basic and clinical science research, distinguishing ourself as an academic and clinical center of excellence.

Dr. Andrew Adams
Patient Care

Exceptional surgical care of our patients is our primary responsibility. Patients' needs come first. This requires exceptional surgeons, nurses and staff, and clinical excellence. We treat patients as if they are our family members.

Dr. Sayeed Ikramuddin

Department Head, Sayeed Ikramuddin, MD, MHA

Our vision is to be the preeminent department of surgery in Minnesota, serving patients of the world where groundbreaking research and exceptional training come together to produce the unrivaled care that we demand for our loved ones.

The Department of Surgery has been awarded a translational research grant through the Office of Discovery and Translation (ODAT), part of the University of Minnesota's Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI).

Three members of the Department of Surgery's Surgery Grants & Contracts (SGC) team, Hang McLaughlin, Sarah Nelson, and Mellani Lubuag, recently attended the NCURA (National Council of University Research Administrators) Region IV conference in Chicago.

The Department of Surgery honors Professor Emeritus David E. R. Sutherland, MD, PhD, who passed away on March 23 at age 84.

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the news that one of our long-time faculty members, Professor John Foker, MD, PhD, passed away the morning of April 23rd.

Tributes
Upcoming Events
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Annual Department Photo
We will gather immediately after Grand Rounds and go to the photo location.An updated location will be shared pending...

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