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Welcome to the Department of Surgery, part of the College of Medicine at UAMS. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence in patient care, education and research. Every day, we strive to provide the highest quality surgical care for our patients and the very best educational programs for our residents, fellows, and students. Through our research, we strive to shape the future of patient care.
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National Recognition for Surgical Teaching
Congratulations to Dr. Mary Katherine Kimbrough, Professor and Vice Chair of Education in the Department of Surgery, on her induction as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons’ prestigious Academy of Master Surgeon Educators. At UAMS, Dr. Kimbrough is an award-winning educator with tremendous impact on our residents and students through many roles, including current […]
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Dr. Orcutt Featured in Women to Watch 2024
Soirée magazine recently featured Dr. Sonia Orcutt in its 2024 Women to Watch feature.
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Third Annual Surgery Research Forum Showcases Innovation and Excellence
On Tuesday, March 12, the IDW Education Building was alive with intellectual fervor as the Department of Surgery hosted its highly anticipated Third Annual Surgery Research Symposium. With over 75 attendees, including esteemed faculty, residents, and medical students, the event proved to be a resounding success, highlighting the cutting-edge research endeavors within the department.
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Dr. Orcutt Recognized in AY Magazine’s Best Women in Healthcare 2023
Sonia Tewani Orcutt, M.D., FACS, FSSO, was recognized by AY Magazine in “Women in Healthcare 2023.”
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