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Dan Wood, PhD, MBBS, FRCS Urol, speaks at the Bridging the Gap conference in February.

‘Bridging the Gap’ Conference Brings Together Pediatric and Adult Providers to Learn About the Transition From Pediatric to Adult Care

by Greg Glasgow | May 07, 2025
organ donation cooler

Organ Donation: How Does It Work?

by Greg Glasgow | April 24, 2025
Illustration of blood clot

What to Know About Blood Clots

by Greg Glasgow | March 26, 2025
hands holding tiny kidneys

Five Promising Developments to Celebrate During National Kidney Month

by Greg Glasgow | March 20, 2025
computer illustration of thyroid gland

When Do I Need Thyroid Surgery?

by Greg Glasgow | January 29, 2025
Mark Greyson, MD, Tanzanian surgeon Shahnoor Saiyed, MD, and Caleb Barnhill, MD

CU Hand Surgery Expert Trains Plastic Surgeons in Tanzania

by Greg Glasgow | January 09, 2025
two hands wearing gloves

Identifying, Treating, and Avoiding Frostbite

by Greg Glasgow | January 07, 2025
DOS Top 2024 stories

CU Department of Surgery Top Stories of 2024

by Hannah Kelly | December 19, 2024
Kristy Hawley, MD, MPH, at the controls of the surgical robot.

GITES Surgeon Performs Surgery Department’s First Robotic Emergency Surgery

by Greg Glasgow | November 12, 2024
Nicholas Cost headshot

Nicholas Cost, MD, Named Chair of the Children’s Oncology Group’s Renal Tumor Committee

by Greg Glasgow | September 30, 2024
Group photo of Wellness Committee activity.

Wellness Committee Helps Surgical Residents Thrive

by Greg Glasgow | September 20, 2024
hands in surgical gloves tracing a vein

What is Vascular Surgery?

by Greg Glasgow | September 09, 2024
surgeon at the console of a surgery robot

Single-Port Robotic Surgery for Prostate Cancer Offers Faster Recovery for Patients 

by Greg Glasgow | September 03, 2024
Visiting surgeons with Phuong Nguyen, MD.

Global Surgery Program Welcomes Cleft Experts From Vietnam

by Greg Glasgow | August 27, 2024
hands holding an illustration of a liver

How a Cure for Hepatitis C Changed the Face of Liver Transplantation

by Greg Glasgow | July 25, 2024
doctor holding a baby with cleft lip and palate

Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery: A Two-Decade Journey That Takes a Village

by Greg Glasgow | July 18, 2024
man working out

How Men Can Take Charge of Their Heart Health

by Greg Glasgow | June 26, 2024
young man playing baseball

How to Recognize and Protect Young Male Athletes From Genital Injuries

by Greg Glasgow | June 11, 2024
Forbes and others in front of the Capitol

CU Department of Surgery Nurse Travels to Washington in Support of Cardiac Emergency Bills

by Greg Glasgow | May 30, 2024
Marco Del Chiaro, MD, PhD, with UCHealth Hospital in the background

CU Department of Surgery Named Pancreatitis Center of Excellence

by Greg Glasgow | May 17, 2024
Surgeons in masks in OR

Plastic Surgery Residents Experience Global Surgery During Trip to Vietnam

by Greg Glasgow | April 11, 2024
Doctor consulting with teenage patient

Spanish-Language Pediatric Surgery Clinic Offers Concordant Care for Hispanic Patients and Families

by Greg Glasgow | February 13, 2024
University of Colorado Hospital

Department of Surgery Members Honored With UCHealth Medical Staff Awards

by Greg Glasgow | February 09, 2024
AIRIG meeting poster presentation

Annual Meeting Brings Alcohol and Immunity Researchers to CU Anschutz Campus

by Greg Glasgow | December 20, 2023
Top Stories of 2023

CU Department of Surgery Top Stories of 2023

by Department of Surgery | December 18, 2023
Gas fireplace

Keeping Children Safe From Fireplace Burns 

by Greg Glasgow | December 14, 2023
Illustration from Maria Baimas-George book

Surgery Fellow’s Book Series Helps Children Understand Their Care 

by Greg Glasgow | October 30, 2023

The Bachelor in Paradise 'Poo Baby,' Explained

by Greg Glasgow | October 19, 2023
Trevor Nydam, MD, at the surgical robot

CU Surgeons Perform Department’s First Robotic Living Liver Donation

by Greg Glasgow | August 30, 2023
mother and baby

CU Surgery Faculty Members Urge Training Programs to Consider Young Parents 

by Greg Glasgow | August 18, 2023
Mitchell Cohen

Department of Surgery Names Mitchell Cohen, MD, Associate Vice Chair of Basic and Translational Research

by Greg Glasgow | August 09, 2023

What You Should Know About Pericarditis 

by Greg Glasgow | August 04, 2023
Liz Young

Completing an Ironman Just Four Months after Donating a Kidney

by Rachel Sauer | June 29, 2023
graduation group photo

Graduation Ceremony Recognizes Departing Residents and Fellows From the CU Department of Surgery 

by Greg Glasgow | June 13, 2023
Burn Trip to Uganda and Rwanda Focuses on Building and Strengthening Relationships | Cameron Gibson, MD | University of Colorado Department of Surgery

Burn Trip to Uganda and Rwanda Focuses on Building and Strengthening Relationships

by Rachel Sauer | May 26, 2023
Danny Naranjo

Bariatric Surgery Journey Takes Man from Knee Pain to the Lightness of Flying

by Rachel Sauer | May 16, 2023
Image of Twitter app open on smartphone

Growing Urology Education and Awareness on Twitter

by Rachel Sauer | April 25, 2023
The American Urological Association recently named Kerri Thurmon, MD, as one of the recipients of its 2023 Young Urologist of the Year Award.

Kerri Thurmon, MD, Selected as American Urological Association’s Young Urologist of the Year 

by Greg Glasgow | April 17, 2023
Roll of white toilet paper

Addressing Some Common Questions About Fecal Incontinence

by Rachel Sauer | April 14, 2023
Female doctor talking with older male patient

Using More Precise Language to Talk About Organ Transplant Waiting Times

by Rachel Sauer | March 31, 2023
Illustration of internal structure of kidneys

Program Works to Close Racial Gaps in Kidney Transplantation

by Rachel Sauer | March 30, 2023
Stephanie Farmer, MHA, and Leah Lleras, MS

Caring for Patients on the Business Side

by Rachel Sauer | March 17, 2023
Doctors want patients to stop smoking prior to surgery, due to the effects smoking has on the body. 

Smoking and Surgery: Why the Two Don’t Mix 

by Greg Glasgow | March 14, 2023
In honor of Women’s History Month, Whitney Herter, PA-C, BS, talked with Elisa Birnbaum, MD, professor of GI, trauma, and endocrine surgery.

Sharing a Surgical Legacy 

by Greg Glasgow | March 10, 2023

Thriving in the Complexity and Immediacy of Trauma Surgery

by Rachel Sauer | February 23, 2023
Michael Wells, PA-C, MPH

Finding the Heartbeat in Medicine

by Rachel Sauer | February 21, 2023
As administrative director for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Scott works with an all-star team dedicated to being the best in its field.

Christian Scott Using His Sports Training as Administrative Director for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery 

by Greg Glasgow | February 01, 2023
Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin

Cardiac Arrest During NFL Game Brings Awareness to Importance of High-Quality Intervention

by Rachel Sauer | January 04, 2023
Image of Button Huggie device

Button Huggie Wins Shark Tank Award at National Conference

by Rachel Sauer | December 09, 2022
Child and woman in bathroom

Consistent Bathroom Habits Can Help Minimize UTI Risk in Children

by Rachel Sauer | November 21, 2022
Attendees of the Society of Clinical Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting

Ideas and Insights Highlighted at Society of Clinical Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting

by Rachel Sauer | November 16, 2022
Therapist performing manual lymphatic drainage on leg

Ongoing Research Aims to Develop Standards for Lymphedema Therapy

by Rachel Sauer | October 28, 2022
Frederick Grover, MD, with colleagues in Nepal operating room

Decades-Long Public Health Partnerships in Nepal Supported by University of Colorado Colleagues

by Rachel Sauer | October 05, 2022
When the legs don't receive enough blood flow, it can cause pain when walking. PAD is usually a sign of atherosclerosis.

Recognizing and Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease 

by Greg Glasgow | September 22, 2022
A new enhanced recovery protocol has patients going home sooner, experiencing less postoperative pain and complications, and taking fewer opioid drugs.

Thoracic Surgeons Launch Enhanced Recovery Plan for Patients

by Greg Glasgow | September 16, 2022
Maurice Musoni, MD, and Diane Umulisa, MD | CU Surgery

International Collaborations Bring Rwanda’s Only Cardiothoracic Surgeon to Colorado

by Rachel Sauer | June 14, 2022
Mark Nehler, MD; graduating general surgery chief residents; Richard Schulick, MD, MBA

Department of Surgery Honors Graduating Residents and Fellows for Dedication During Challenging Times

by Rachel Sauer | June 13, 2022
In recognition of Men's Health Week, June 13–19, we spoke with John Dodge, PA, about testosterone and related effects on mental and physical health.

Low Testosterone: Separating Fact From Fiction

by Greg Glasgow | June 10, 2022
Surgeons in operating room

Socially Vulnerable Colectomy Patients Are at Greater Risk for Post-Operative Complications

by Rachel Sauer | May 27, 2022
Group photo of surgical residents and faculty

General Surgery Residents Present Broad Range of Research Findings at Annual Symposium

by Rachel Sauer | May 25, 2022

Online Assessment Tool Helps Predict ICU Need Following Surgery

by Rachel Sauer | May 24, 2022
Head shot of Courtney Mangham

Medical Student Wins Award for Presenting Paper about Surgical Training Tool

by Rachel Sauer | May 20, 2022
Ryan Gupta, MD | CU Department of Surgery

Business Studies Help Surgery Resident Plan for a Career that Incorporates Areas Beyond Health Care

by Rachel Sauer | April 15, 2022
Scatter of White Pills | CU Department of Surgery | Matthew Iorio, MD

Revised CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids Should Emphasize a Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Pain

by Rachel Sauer | April 12, 2022

Living Organ Donation Journey Inspires Doctor to Normalize the Experience for Others

by Rachel Sauer | April 06, 2022
Mohammed Al-Musawi, MD, seated in Iraqi military vehicle

Nurturing a Passion for Medicine that Was Born in the Midst of War

by Rachel Sauer | March 22, 2022
GlobalSurgBox surgical training tool

New Research Shows that Surgical Training Tool Significantly Improves Residents’ Ability to Practice Essential Skills

by Rachel Sauer | March 16, 2022
Transitional urology aims to manage the shift from pediatric to adult care, encouraging young adults to play a leading role in their own health care.

Transitioning Pediatric Urology Patients to Adult Care 

by Greg Glasgow | March 02, 2022
Joel Doebele | CU Department of Surgery

Navy Veteran Donates Part of His Liver to a Community Member He’d Never Met

by Khushnuma Damkevala | February 14, 2022
Bob Saget’s Death | CU Department of Surgery | Michael Cripps, MD

Bob Saget’s Death from Accidental Head Trauma Brings Awareness of Signs to Look for Following Head Injury

by Rachel Sauer | February 10, 2022
Paul Bauling, MD, of the University of Colorado Burn Center in the CU Department of Surgery, offers these tips for staying safe from burns in the kitchen.

Fire Safety in the Kitchen 

by Greg Glasgow | February 09, 2022
Digital screen showing electronic medical record

Research Finds Patients and Providers Differ in Opinions About Immediate Access to Medical Records

by Rachel Sauer | January 21, 2022
Ernest Moore, MD, with OR surgical team

Supporting Surgeon-Scientists in Research to Find New and Better Ways of Caring for Patients

by Rachel Sauer | December 20, 2021
Margot DeBot, MD, and TJ Schaid, MD placed first and second

CU School of Medicine Surgery Residents Take First, Second Place in Trauma Paper Competition

by Greg Glasgow | December 17, 2021
CU Department of Surgery Top Stories of 2021

CU Department of Surgery Top Stories of 2021

by Department of Surgery | December 16, 2021

National and Regional Need for Organ and Tissue Donation Remains Strong

by Rachel Sauer | December 15, 2021
Women representing medical professions

Confronting Misogyny and Sexism in Medicine Begins with Awareness and Listening

by Rachel Sauer | December 13, 2021
Movember Men's Health | CU School of Medicine | Department of Surgery | Division of Urology | Aurora, Colorado

Two Urology Experts Explain the Basics of Men’s Health and Why It’s So Important to Talk About It

by Valerie Gleaton | November 18, 2021
Jessica Rove, MD, and Simran Randhawa, MBBS, of the University of Colorado Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at CU School of Medicine Celebrates a ‘Herstoric’ Moment

by Greg Glasgow | November 17, 2021
Michelle LeFree with Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD; and by herself

Gender Affirmation Surgery Helps Patient Feel Whole for the First Time in 71 Years

by Rachel Sauer | November 15, 2021
CU Department of Surgery | Emily Johnson, MD

Study Finds that Patients Approach Surgery with Strong, Pre-Formed Ideas about Opioid Use

by Rachel Sauer | October 27, 2021
Monica Grafals, MD

Transplant Clinic Serves Hispanic Population of Colorado

by Khushnuma Damkevala | October 13, 2021
Elizabeth Pomfret, MD, PhD | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery

CU Surgeon Inspires the Next Generation of Women Surgeons

by Khushnuma Damkevala | September 30, 2021
CU Surgeon Looking to Extend Bariatric Surgery Services to Adolescent Patients

CU Surgeon Looking to Extend Bariatric Surgery Services to Adolescent Patients

by Rachel Sauer | September 30, 2021

New Vascular Surgery Residency Program Allows Residents to Focus on Surgical Specialty for Entire Training

by Rachel Sauer | September 10, 2021

Multidisciplinary Team Designs Novel Mask in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

by Rachel Sauer | September 08, 2021
Danner Plumhoff Craniofacial Crouzon Patient | Children's Hospital Colorado | Denver, CO

Young Craniofacial Patient Battles Multiple Surgeries With Positive Outlook

by Valerie Gleaton | July 20, 2021
Matthew Bartley School

Viral Tweet Puts Surgery Resident in the Spotlight

by Greg Glasgow | July 01, 2021
University of Colorado School of Medicine Department of Surgery Resident and Fellowship Graduation | Denver, CO

Department of Surgery Celebrates 2021 Graduates

by Valerie Gleaton | June 16, 2021

Patients Now Have Immediate Access to Their Medical Records. How Can Providers Help Them Make Sense of the Data?

by Greg Glasgow | June 14, 2021
Burn Center Survey | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery | Aurora, Colorado

University of Colorado Burn Center Completes Three-Year Verification Survey

by Valerie Gleaton | June 03, 2021
CU GSSA Group with GlobalSurgBox | Department of Surgery | Aurora, Colorado

Medical Students Help Create Surgical Training Tool to Meet Local and Global Needs

by Valerie Gleaton | May 27, 2021
University of Colorado Surgeon Performs State’s First COVID-19 Lung Transplant

University of Colorado Surgeon Performs State’s First COVID-19 Lung Transplant

by Greg Glasgow | April 26, 2021
Wide Awake Hand Surgery | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery | Aurora, CO

Wide-Awake Hand Surgery Offers Colorado Patient Relief from Carpal Tunnel Pain

by Valerie Gleaton | April 23, 2021
James Burton & Megan Adams Liver Transplant | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery

Two Transplant Doctors Explain the Basics of Organ Donation and What’s New in Transplants

by Valerie Gleaton | April 09, 2021
Navigating Through the Pandemic

Navigating Through the Pandemic

by Greg Glasgow | March 24, 2021

Johns Hopkins Director of Surgery Speaks at CU Surgery Department’s First DEI Lecture

by Department of Surgery | February 25, 2021

Resident Recounts Her Son’s NICU Battle in Essay for New England Journal of Medicine

by Greg Glasgow | February 19, 2021
Department of Surgery Makes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion a Priority

Department of Surgery Makes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion a Priority

by Greg Glasgow | December 14, 2020
CU urologists explain how enhanced biopsy techniques improve the accuracy of diagnosis and may inform suitability for targeted treatments.

Improving Patient Outcomes in Prostate Cancer

by Department of Surgery | October 01, 2020

Former Broncos Punter Wants Men to Share Their Experience With Prostate Cancer

by Department of Surgery | September 23, 2020
Cleft Lip Reconstruction Transforms Jennifer's Outlook Making Her Brave Enough to Teach

Cleft Lip Reconstruction Transforms Jennifer's Outlook Making Her Brave Enough to Teach

by Chanthy Na | July 28, 2020
Routine Health Screenings for Preventative Care Can Improve Sexual Health

Tips for Men's Health Month

by Department of Surgery | June 26, 2020
Spotlight on 2020 General Surgery Graduates

Spotlight on 2020 General Surgery Graduates

by Shelly Lange | June 11, 2020
5280 names 2019 Top Docs

2019 Top Doctors

by Department of Surgery | September 02, 2019
Dr. Robert McIntyre with patient Alina Miller.

From Trauma to Triumph

by Department of Surgery | January 09, 2019

2018 Top Doctors

by Department of Surgery | December 09, 2018
The CU Sarcoma Clinic welcomes renown researcher, Dr. Breelyn Wilky.

Dr. Breelyn Wilky Joins Sarcoma Team

by Department of Surgery | November 01, 2018

University of Colorado Hospital recognized as Level I Trauma Center

by Department of Surgery | October 12, 2018

Lasting Legacy

by Department of Surgery | October 05, 2018

Dr. Schulick to lead CU Cancer Center

by Department of Surgery | June 29, 2018

CU Anschutz and GSK Join Forces to Advance Immunotherapies for Cancer

by Department of Surgery | April 02, 2018
Lee Snyder, Char Snyder, Teri Trafton, and Charlie Trafton at Folsom Field

Saving the Life of a Fellow Fan and Friend

by Department of Surgery | November 01, 2017

Vaping and Surgery: What are the Risks?

by Department of Surgery | January 27, 2017
Drs. Pomfret and Pomposelli join Transplant team at University of Colorado Hospital.

Transplant Division Welcomes Wife-Husband Team to Faculty

by Department of Surgery | October 09, 2016
Dr. Ernest Moore is awards lifetime achievement award.

Dr. Gene Moore receives SUS Lifetime Achievement Award

by Department of Surgery | March 22, 2016
The Aragón/Gonzalez-Gíustí Chair is named to honor multiple generations of Dr. Aragón’s family and that of his wife, Maria.

Surgeon Gives Gift to Present and Future Generations

by Department of Surgery | May 10, 2015

Dr. Tom Robinson appointed Chief of Surgery at VA

by Department of Surgery | January 26, 2015

In Memory of Ben Eiseman, MD

by Department of Surgery | August 05, 2014
Joe and Jean Barban were so moved by the care they received at the Anschutz Medical Campus that they were inspired to give back.

Jean and Joe Barban Donate Endowed Chair

by Department of Surgery | April 02, 2014
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