Department of Surgery
Welcome from Our Chair
Our mission is surgical excellence through action, innovation, education and research. Chaired by Dr. Christopher Anderson, the department is advancing the field of surgery through compassionate patient care, clinical training, research opportunities and education in the state’s only academic medical center.
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Cancer journey extends UMMC professor’s lessons beyond classroom
Monday, December 29, 2025
For decades, Dr. Stanley Smith has shaped generations of future physicians at UMMC. When he became a cancer patient, that lifelong commitment came full circle, deepening his trust in the care he has long championed. Read More
Dr. Felicitas Koller named inaugural Hardy-Raju Chair of Transplant Surgery
Monday, November 10, 2025
Dr. Felicitas Koller has been named the Hardy-Raju Chair of Transplant Surgery. The endowed chair honors the legacy of surgical innovation at UMMC while ensuring its continued advancement of transplant care, research and education. Read More
Latest News
Surgery program merits dual 3-star status
Published on Monday, October 27, 2025
Aru family endowment will support future UMMC medical students
Published on Monday, July 21, 2025
2024-2025 UMMC Promotions and Tenure
Published on Monday, July 7, 2025
UMMC Department of Surgery celebrates 70 years
Published on Monday, July 7, 2025
