Stanford Surgery News

Stanford Medical Student Samantha Steeman spent the summer between first and second years in Ethiopia. Sam had great field experience and published her first first-author paper) in October 2024.

In this episode, host Rachel Baker interviews Dr. James Dunn, chief of the Division of Pediatric Surgery at Stanford University. Dr. Dunn is the inventor of a device that uses distraction enterogenesis to lengthen the small intestine. Join us as we delve into Dr. Dunn's innovative work on short bowel syndrome and his inspiring journey to bring new devices from bench to bedside.

Dr. John Gahagan has been elected the Chief of Surgery for Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley effective Jan 1, 2025.

Dr. Eri Fukaya, MD, PhD, has been appointed as Clinical Professor in the Division of Vascular Surgery at Stanford University, effective February 1, 2025.

Rachel Baker has been nominated and selected for Stanford's Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access in a Learning Environment (IDEAL) Honor Roll for Staff. The honor recognizes Stanford staff members who go above and beyond in advancing inclusion and accessibility across campus.

Dr. Pooja Yesantharao has been awarded the Health Equity Fellowship for Trainees (HEFT) by Health Affairs, a leading journal in health policy. This fellowship aims to enhance the quality and quantity of health equity research and to cultivate future leaders in the field.

Dr. David M. Kahn has been promoted to Clinical Professor in Surgery, effective February 16, 2025. Dr. Kahn serves as Co-Director of the Resident Cosmetic Surgery Clinic and Section Chief of Aesthetic Surgery. He is also recognized for his leadership in national and international societies, including roles with The Aesthetic Society and the American Society for Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Some researchers and clinicians are questioning the value of the body mass index, which estimates a person’s body composition. But do better alternatives exist? Drs. Dan Azagury and Yulia Zak are featured!

Annals of Breast Surgery highlights some of our outstanding authors who have been making immense efforts in their research fields, with a brief interview of their unique perspectives and insightful views as authors. Dr. Mardi Karin is featured.

Clinical Challenges in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Pancreatic Anastomoses in Whipples Featuring Drs. Anish Jain, Jon Harrison, and Monica Dua