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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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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  • 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
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    The University of Michigan Health pioneered the treatment histotripsy for liver cancer, which is helping teach the immune system which cancer cells to attack.
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    Department News
    2025 Moses Gunn Research Conference Highlights
    Learn more about the Department of Surgery's 36th annual Moses Gunn Research Conference.
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    Resources and information for current learners and faculty.

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