72
Across our 3 Residency Programs
20
Across our 6 Fellowships

INNOVATIVE EDUCATION 

In the 1930s, the University of Minnesota was one of the first institutions to require its surgery residents to conduct laboratory research.

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Residency

The Department of Surgery offers three residency programs.

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Fellowships

The Department of Surgery offers several fellowship programs.

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Global Surgery & Disparities Program

The University of Minnesota Global Surgery and Disparities (UMGSD) Program was established to improve the surgical and anesthesia care in underserved areas, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Our vision is to train the next generation of academic global surgery leaders.

2023 gen surgery graduates

TARGETED INVESTMENTS IN SURGICAL EDUCATION

  • Culture & Community
  • Tailored Track Options to Fit your Career
  • Faculty Mentorship & Teaching Style Approaches
  • Robust Program Training & the Patient Care Experience
  • Research Opportunities & Vast Operative Experiences

[ Photo: 2023 Graduating General Surgery Residents ]