Department of Surgery
Leading the Future of Surgery

For over 150 years, we've been committed to training the next leaders in cutting-edge research, clinical care and education.

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Building on a Tradition of Excellence

The U-M Medical School Department of Surgery combines excellence in clinical care, biomedical research and education. We have been advancing knowledge in surgical treatments since 1849. Our experts deliver a compassionate experience for patients, biomedical discoveries that further the field of medicine, and best-in-class training for the next generation of surgeon leaders.
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Learn more about our commitment to providing expert, innovative and compassionate health care and education.

Education

We take a hands-on approach to training and mentorship, equipping our future surgeons to take on a range of conditions and scenarios.

Research

Our cutting-edge research improves people's quality of life and advances clinical understanding in the field.

People

Our team is dedicated to training and empowering the next generation of surgery leaders.

Patient Care

Our comprehensive, expert care changes lives every day.

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Explore our comprehensive care sections.
  • General Surgery
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery | Hospital Dentistry
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery
    • Michigan Promise

    The Michigan Promise aims to empower faculty members and residents in the Department of Surgery to achieve professional success. We support initiatives connected to environment, recruitment, leadership, achievement, innovation and outreach.

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    18,000+
    Surgical Cases a Year
    #3
    in NIH Funding for 2023
    150+
    Faculty Members
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    Department News
    Michigan Medicine surgery residents give insider view on trainee life
    Check out different perspectives on life as a surgical trainee at Michigan Medicine.
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    Health Lab
    Liver transplant bonds 3 Michigan families
    When Scott Bryers needed a liver transplant, he joined the waiting list for three years before finding his partial liver donor match. When that fell through, he quickly found a complete liver donor match. Today, the three families stay in touch.
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    Department News
    Vascular surgery faculty member receives research award from American Heart Association
    Katherine Gallagher, MD, is the 2024 recipient of the Joseph A. Vita award from the American Heart Association.
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    Health Lab
    What is phrenic neuropathy?
    Phrenic neuropathy is a condition that impacts the nerve around the diaphragm making it harder to breathe, especially in situations such as lying down or being in water. The condition is treatable, with surgical intervention, physical therapy or by letting it heal over time.
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    Department News
    Highlights from the 2024 Michigan Women’s Surgical Collaborative Symposium
    Read about the 2024 Michigan Women's Surgical Collaborative symposium held by the Department of Surgery.
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    Department News
    Introducing the 2024 cohort of Academy of Surgical Educators inductees
    Meet the newest members of the Academy of Surgical Educators within the Department of Surgery.
    Surgery Internal Website

    Resources and information for current learners and faculty.

    Surgery Intranet