
Jennifer Waljee, MD, leads innovation and impact as Division Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Jennifer Waljee, MD, joins IU Surgery as Division Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, bringing a bold vision for innovation, education, and expansion.

Black History Month Honors Alexa Canady, MD: First African-American Woman Neurosurgeon
Alexa Irene Canady, MD, was a pioneer of her time, both for women physicians and African Americans, when she became the first African-American woman neurosurgeon

IU School of Medicine trauma surgeon brings comfort to patients through quilting
For many people, quilts are synonymous with comfort. They may serve as a reminder of a parent or grandparent who gave them one as a

Ringside with Department of Surgery’s Alan Sawchuck
When people think of starting a fitness regiment, their minds usually first go to the typical gym image—running on treadmills, using elliptical machines and weightlifting.

Study: Molecule could be key in healing diabetic wounds
Researchers at Indiana Center for Regenerative Medicine and Engineering at Indiana University School of Medicine are looking to a molecule to help wound healing in

Trauma surgeons work with group to help reduce local youth violence
Violent crime is a prevalent public health issue in Marion County, Indiana. The county’s homicide death rate per 100,000 people increased from 17.05 in 2017

IU School of Medicine fellow helps deliver surgical care across the world
With the advancement of technology, people are more connected to the world than ever before. But even with all the connectivity and information out there,

IU School of Medicine transplant team hosts Transplant Matters
The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Surgery Transplant Division held its ninth annual “Transplant Matters” celebration on October 24, 2019. The event allowed

IU School of Medicine improving breast cancer surgery
After mastectomy surgery, women with breast cancer are faced with many types of scars. With every glance in the mirror, the physical scarring left after

Surgery faculty member talks about new role as Associate Director for Outcomes Research for the IU Health, Comprehensive Wound Center
Indiana University School of Medicine recently announced that Lava R. Timsina, PhD, has been named Associate Director for Outcomes Research for the IU Health, Comprehensive

Transplant surgery celebrates Legacy of Hope
The Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Surgery Transplant Division celebrated the life and careers of four distinguished transplant leaders during its Legacy of