Welcome to THE DIVISION OF General Surgery
At the UF College of Medicine’s division of general surgery, our surgeons and surgical oncologists are highly trained in their practice areas and offer exceptional, high-quality care through colorectal surgery, acute care surgery, pancreatic and biliary surgery, gastroesophageal and bariatric surgery, breast surgery, endocrine surgery and surgical treatment of melanoma and sarcoma. We invite you to learn more about our division by exploring the “patient care” portion of our website.
News & Events
Study: Immune system markers may be key for early detection, prognosis prediction in sepsis
A new research from a consortium of seven major university medical centers led by the University of Florida has identified a way to predict as early as the fourth day…
Universal genetic testing for breast cancer increases early detection in larger populations
Although national guidelines support the use of genetic testing in select populations, a study published in 2019 laid the foundation for the implementation of universal genetic testing, allowing physicians to…
Motherhood in the OR: A new generation of surgeons navigates their two loves
Shaw was one of the first members of her department to take a dedicated maternity leave. Now a mother of two kids, ages 7 and 10, she and her peers…
UF surgeon among 65 esteemed surgeons inducted into the fifth cohort of the American College of Surgeons Academy of Master Surgeon Educators
Shaw and other members will support the Academy’s programs and mission to advance the science and practice of surgical education.
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The STITCH Newsletter
Learn about our progress in patient care, research and education at the UF Department of Surgery.