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蝌蚪窝 Names Nationally Recognized Surgeon-Scientist Genevieve Boland, MD, PhD, Next Chair of Surgery

September 8, 2026

In this key leadership role, Dr. Boland will oversee one of MCW's largest academic departments and lead efforts to advance excellence and a culture of collaboration across each of the institution鈥檚 missions. Her term began on September 1, 2026.

Beth A. Erickson, MD, FACR, FASTRO, FABS, Chosen as President-Elect of ASTRO (American Society for Radiation Oncology)

August 6, 2026

The Department of Surgery proudly congratulates Dr. Beth A. Erickson on being chosen as President-Elect of ASTRO.

Playing Defense Against Pancreatic Cancer: Honoring Roger Caplinger鈥檚 Professional and Personal Dedication to Safeguarding Health

June 4, 2026

Pancreatic cancer advocate and former Milwaukee Brewers physician Roger Caplinger received an honorary degree from the 蝌蚪窝.

April is Donate Life Month

May 20, 2026

Dr. Matthew Cooper, professor of surgery, discusses Donate Life Month and the truth about organ transplants.

Douglas B. Evans, MD, FACS, Receives the AAES Distinguished Service Award

May 20, 2026

Douglas B. Evans, MD, FACS, professor of surgery, presented the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons (AAES) Distinguished Service Award at the 2026 AAES Annual Meeting.

MCW Cardiothoracic Surgeon First in Milwaukee Area to Use New Drug that Helps Surgeons See Previously Undetectable Cancer

April 22, 2026

Learn about new drug, Cytalux, from Dr. Mallory Hunt, assistant professor of surgery.

MCW Transplant Surgeon & Team Provide Live-Saving Double Transplant

April 22, 2026

Learn about Dr. Raj Prasad, professor of surgery, and his role in ex-Packers trainer Pepper Barruss' liver and kidney transplant.

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Using AI, Researchers Develop New Tumor Marker for Pancreatic Cancer

April 15, 2026

The tool could help physicians understand how patients respond to treatment and determine when to change course.

Catherine McManus, MD, MS, FACS, Elected Treasurer of NASIT (North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology)

March 20, 2026

The Department of Surgery congratulates Dr. Catherine McManus on being elected as Treasurer of NASIT.

Tracy S. Wang, MD, MPH, FACS, Chosen as President-Elect of the Society for University Surgeons

February 13, 2026

The Department of Surgery congratulates Dr. Tracy S. Wang on her election as President-Elect of the Society for University Surgeons.

Department of Surgery Reports & Publications

Annual Reports

The Department of Surgery Annual Reports highlight the many ways in which MCW Surgery is #LeadingTheWay in healthcare through academic achievement, surgical education, and innovative research.

2022 MCW Department of Surgery Annual Report

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Past Annual Reports

2020-2021: View this issue (PDF) |
2019: View this issue (PDF)

Newsletters

The Department of Surgery Leading The Way newsletter serves as a source of clinical and scientific information provided by the residents and faculty of the 蝌蚪窝.

2024 Summer Leading the Way Newsletter

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