CU Anschutz Department of Surgery
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👋 Department of Surgery at CU Anschutz
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Looking for a job opportunity that provides an analytical challenge in a mission-driven environment? Join our team as the new finance and accounting analyst and reporting specialist! Find details and apply here: https://bit.ly/47OFESq
November 10, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Looking for a job opportunity that provides an analytical challenge in a mission-driven environment? Join our team as the new finance and accounting analyst and reporting specialist! Find details and apply here: https://bit.ly/47OFESq
We are excited to welcome Kevin P. Lally, MD, MS, for our next Grand Rounds presentation on Monday. Join us at Children's Hospital Colorado to learn more about Dr. Lally's research on congenital diaphragmatic hernias. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/481ntKg
November 7, 2025 at 6:12 PM
We are excited to welcome Kevin P. Lally, MD, MS, for our next Grand Rounds presentation on Monday. Join us at Children's Hospital Colorado to learn more about Dr. Lally's research on congenital diaphragmatic hernias. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/481ntKg
Our Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship matched their second ever fellow, Sudheer Vemuru, MD! Dr. Vemuru completed our general surgery residency program and we are thrilled for him to continue into this new role. Congratulations Sudheer 👏 #ImproveEveryLife
November 6, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Our Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship matched their second ever fellow, Sudheer Vemuru, MD! Dr. Vemuru completed our general surgery residency program and we are thrilled for him to continue into this new role. Congratulations Sudheer 👏 #ImproveEveryLife
We proudly recognize World Burns Week, a time to raise awareness about burn injuries and promote fire and burn safety education. UCHealth Burn and Frostbite Center had the honor of hosting a group of distinguished burn surgeons from England for a collaborative visit to Donor Alliance and AlloSource.
November 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM
We proudly recognize World Burns Week, a time to raise awareness about burn injuries and promote fire and burn safety education. UCHealth Burn and Frostbite Center had the honor of hosting a group of distinguished burn surgeons from England for a collaborative visit to Donor Alliance and AlloSource.
We are so excited to welcome our Advanced Practice Provider Surgery Fellows for Fall 2025-2026! Learn more about the five APPs joining our team. #ImproveEveryLife
November 4, 2025 at 4:42 PM
We are so excited to welcome our Advanced Practice Provider Surgery Fellows for Fall 2025-2026! Learn more about the five APPs joining our team. #ImproveEveryLife
We had an incredible time this weekend at the City Park Classic featuring a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile walk for pancreatic cancer research with the @cucancercenter.bsky.social! Thank you to all who came out to make the day such a success 💜 #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth #ImproveEveryLife
November 3, 2025 at 7:47 PM
We had an incredible time this weekend at the City Park Classic featuring a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile walk for pancreatic cancer research with the @cucancercenter.bsky.social! Thank you to all who came out to make the day such a success 💜 #PancreaticCancerAwarenessMonth #ImproveEveryLife
Next Monday's Grand Rounds features a research presentation by Dan Matlock, MD, MPH, on shared decision making and surgical procedures. Join us in the Bruce Schroffel Auditorium at 7am. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/4nuIFNs
October 31, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Next Monday's Grand Rounds features a research presentation by Dan Matlock, MD, MPH, on shared decision making and surgical procedures. Join us in the Bruce Schroffel Auditorium at 7am. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/4nuIFNs
Third-year resident Madeline Higgins, MD, recently presented a qualitative study that explored how breast cancer providers (surgeons, medical & radiation oncologists) discuss sexual health side effects with patients, at the American College of Surgeons. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #ImproveEveryLife
October 30, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Third-year resident Madeline Higgins, MD, recently presented a qualitative study that explored how breast cancer providers (surgeons, medical & radiation oncologists) discuss sexual health side effects with patients, at the American College of Surgeons. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #ImproveEveryLife
Our annual Staff Chili Cook-Off yesterday was a wonderful (and delicious) success! A perfect way to bond across the department and welcome the autumn weather. Congrats to Alina Rich, MPH, from the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery for taking home first place for her chili ⭐
October 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Our annual Staff Chili Cook-Off yesterday was a wonderful (and delicious) success! A perfect way to bond across the department and welcome the autumn weather. Congrats to Alina Rich, MPH, from the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery for taking home first place for her chili ⭐
Thank you for attending a wonderful Grand Rounds presentation and panel this week! In addition to our panel on the patient experience, talks were given by former professional pitcher Scott Oberg, Max Wohlauer, MD, and Sarah Kabat, MSM.
October 29, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Thank you for attending a wonderful Grand Rounds presentation and panel this week! In addition to our panel on the patient experience, talks were given by former professional pitcher Scott Oberg, Max Wohlauer, MD, and Sarah Kabat, MSM.
A new device is in use at our department that can help early detection of lymphedema, a buildup of extracellular fluid that is often a side effect of surgery for breast cancer. Assistant professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery Katie Egan, MD, explains 🔽 https://bit.ly/3WNdkuj
New Device and Surgical Techniques Help CU Surgeons Diagnose and Treat Lymphedema After Breast Cancer Surgery
A new device and surgical techniques help CU surgeons diagnose and treat lymphedema after breast cancer surgery.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
A new device is in use at our department that can help early detection of lymphedema, a buildup of extracellular fluid that is often a side effect of surgery for breast cancer. Assistant professor of plastic and reconstructive surgery Katie Egan, MD, explains 🔽 https://bit.ly/3WNdkuj
Congratulations to Nick Teman, MD, on his induction into the Eighth Cohort of the American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators. This prestigious recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to surgical education and lifelong commitment to advancing the field.
October 27, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Congratulations to Nick Teman, MD, on his induction into the Eighth Cohort of the American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators. This prestigious recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to surgical education and lifelong commitment to advancing the field.
Ahmad Hider, MD, a surgery resident at CU Anschutz, is calling for change. In JAMA Surgery, he outlines how better labeling and documentation could protect patients from mesh-related complications. https://bit.ly/3WQHKff
Surgery Resident Advocates for Improved Hernia Mesh Procedures in JAMA Surgery Viewpoint Article
Ahmad Hider, MD, offers his take on draft guidance for surgical mesh labeling recently issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Ahmad Hider, MD, a surgery resident at CU Anschutz, is calling for change. In JAMA Surgery, he outlines how better labeling and documentation could protect patients from mesh-related complications. https://bit.ly/3WQHKff
After being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, Laura Roberts joined Live By Living, a nonprofit that provides no-cost retreats and hikes for cancer patients. Associate professor Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD, performed a successful revision surgery for Roberts. Read more 🔽 https://bit.ly/4hltIvD
Move to CU Meant a New Outlook — and Look — for Breast Cancer Patient Laura Roberts
Breast cancer patient Laura Roberts moved her care to CU where among the care she received was a breast revision surgery with Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:17 PM
After being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, Laura Roberts joined Live By Living, a nonprofit that provides no-cost retreats and hikes for cancer patients. Associate professor Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD, performed a successful revision surgery for Roberts. Read more 🔽 https://bit.ly/4hltIvD
Join us next Monday, October 27 for a special Grand Rounds presentation and panel discussion on the importance of the patient experience, featuring faculty members from our department and UCHealth. Find more information here 🔽 https://adobe.ly/4qjyhKW
October 22, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Join us next Monday, October 27 for a special Grand Rounds presentation and panel discussion on the importance of the patient experience, featuring faculty members from our department and UCHealth. Find more information here 🔽 https://adobe.ly/4qjyhKW
The Department of Surgery proudly showcased its excellence at the 21st Annual Surgical Outcomes Club Meeting on October 4th. A special congratulations to Micaella Zubkov, MD, for receiving recognition for outstanding research!
October 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The Department of Surgery proudly showcased its excellence at the 21st Annual Surgical Outcomes Club Meeting on October 4th. A special congratulations to Micaella Zubkov, MD, for receiving recognition for outstanding research!
Nurse navigator Jane Jachowicz, BSN, RN, CBCN, CN-BN, sat down with KOSI 101 for their OctoBRA series to discuss breast cancer awareness. Jachowicz spoke about self exams, screenings, and being aware of your body. Watch here: https://kosi101.com/octobra/
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Rachel Gonzales is a part of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Colorado and was inspired to volunteer after being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022. She
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October 20, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Nurse navigator Jane Jachowicz, BSN, RN, CBCN, CN-BN, sat down with KOSI 101 for their OctoBRA series to discuss breast cancer awareness. Jachowicz spoke about self exams, screenings, and being aware of your body. Watch here: https://kosi101.com/octobra/
Join us Nov 1st at the annual City Park Classic 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Walk of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Research. 💜
We’re proud to represent the Department of Surgery as Team Speranza (Italian for Hope) with password Pancreas. Register here: https://www.citypark5k.com/
We’re proud to represent the Department of Surgery as Team Speranza (Italian for Hope) with password Pancreas. Register here: https://www.citypark5k.com/
October 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Join us Nov 1st at the annual City Park Classic 10K, 5K, & 1 Mile Walk of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Research. 💜
We’re proud to represent the Department of Surgery as Team Speranza (Italian for Hope) with password Pancreas. Register here: https://www.citypark5k.com/
We’re proud to represent the Department of Surgery as Team Speranza (Italian for Hope) with password Pancreas. Register here: https://www.citypark5k.com/
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're spotlighting the Sexual Health Information and Navigation Through Empowerment (S.H.I.N.E.) Clinic, launched by Ashley Arkema, FNP-BC, MS. Read more about the work the clinic is doing here 🔽 https://bit.ly/46Ltg6K
October 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're spotlighting the Sexual Health Information and Navigation Through Empowerment (S.H.I.N.E.) Clinic, launched by Ashley Arkema, FNP-BC, MS. Read more about the work the clinic is doing here 🔽 https://bit.ly/46Ltg6K
On Monday, join us to hear presentations from Janet Kukreja, MD, MPH, FACS, and William Aaron Marshall, MD, FACS, at our next Grand Rounds! Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/48YzfWO
October 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM
On Monday, join us to hear presentations from Janet Kukreja, MD, MPH, FACS, and William Aaron Marshall, MD, FACS, at our next Grand Rounds! Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/48YzfWO
Yesterday, visiting professor Renato da Silva Freitas, MD, PhD, presented a series of lectures and demonstrations with the CU Global Surgery Program and the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery! His talk for our Global Surgery Lecture series focused on cleft care in Brazil.
October 15, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Yesterday, visiting professor Renato da Silva Freitas, MD, PhD, presented a series of lectures and demonstrations with the CU Global Surgery Program and the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery! His talk for our Global Surgery Lecture series focused on cleft care in Brazil.
Second-year vascular surgery fellow LaVerne Thompson, MD, met with lawmakers and their advisors as part of the Society for Vascular Surgery's inaugural Advocacy Conference last month. Learn more about Thompson's work on health equity issues and the conference here 🔽 https://bit.ly/3KIaynH
October 15, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Second-year vascular surgery fellow LaVerne Thompson, MD, met with lawmakers and their advisors as part of the Society for Vascular Surgery's inaugural Advocacy Conference last month. Learn more about Thompson's work on health equity issues and the conference here 🔽 https://bit.ly/3KIaynH
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 3rd Annual Research Retreat yesterday. Vice Chair of Research Elizabeth Kovacs, PhD, shares highlights from the event. We’re already looking forward to next year as we continue advancing research that makes a difference. #ImproveEveryLife
October 14, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 3rd Annual Research Retreat yesterday. Vice Chair of Research Elizabeth Kovacs, PhD, shares highlights from the event. We’re already looking forward to next year as we continue advancing research that makes a difference. #ImproveEveryLife
Visiting professor Timothy R. Billiar, MD, presented at today's Grand Rounds, discussing the role of multi-omics in guiding precision therapies for trauma. Dr. Billiar will also be giving a keynote this afternoon at our 3rd annual Research Retreat!
October 13, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Visiting professor Timothy R. Billiar, MD, presented at today's Grand Rounds, discussing the role of multi-omics in guiding precision therapies for trauma. Dr. Billiar will also be giving a keynote this afternoon at our 3rd annual Research Retreat!
Our 3rd Annual Research Retreat on Monday will kick off with a Grand Rounds presented by visiting professor Timothy R. Billiar, MD! Join us in the Bruce Schroffel Auditorium at 7am. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/4h13HS9
October 10, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Our 3rd Annual Research Retreat on Monday will kick off with a Grand Rounds presented by visiting professor Timothy R. Billiar, MD! Join us in the Bruce Schroffel Auditorium at 7am. Find more information here: https://adobe.ly/4h13HS9