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Department of Surgery

Leaders in Academic Surgery Since 1827

The University of Virginia Department of Surgery is a national leader in academic surgery, uniting exceptional patient care, pioneering research, and world-class education to shape the future of surgery. Guided by a culture of collaboration and innovation, surgeons, scientists, and trainees work together to transform discovery into advances that improve patients' lives. We are committed to developing the next generation of surgical leaders, providing a rigorous educational environment that prepares residents, fellows, and medical students to lead through clinical excellence and scientific discovery. We invite you to explore our clinical divisions, research programs, and educational opportunities to learn how we are advancing surgery at UVA and beyond.

Advancing Surgical Excellence: Welcome to UVA Surgery!

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  • Our residency and fellowship programs offer individualized learning, engaged faculty, and have a proud history of training the future of leaders in surgery.
    Leaders in Education

    Our residency and fellowship programs offer individualized learning, engaged faculty, and have a proud history of training the future of leaders in surgery.

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  • Our skilled research teams are working on many exciting projects that span our numerous surgical divisions.
    Drivers of Research

    Our skilled research teams are working on many exciting projects that span our numerous surgical divisions.

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  • Our seven surgical divisions provide innovative surgical techniques to patients from our highly skilled and experienced surgeons.
    Surgical Excellence

    Our seven surgical divisions provide innovative surgical techniques to patients from our highly skilled and experienced surgeons.

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