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Our Match Pledge reflects Iowa Vascular Surgery's commitment to a transparent, respectful, and applicant-centered recruitment process.
We're excited to connect with the next generation of vascular surgeons.
#VascularSurgery #IowaSurgery #MedEd
Preventing injuries before they happen.
A nearly $1.94 million federal award will help expand falls prevention programs across Iowa, with our Level 1 Trauma Center helping bring proven injury prevention resources to more communities.
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The 2027 Match cycle is underway.
We're excited to connect with applicants to the Iowa General Surgery Residency Program and look forward to meeting the next generation of Iowa surgeons.
#Match2027 #IowaSurgery #GeneralSurgery
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Breast Surgical Oncology Fellow Dr. Micah Vivens spoke with Zeta Tau Alpha members about breast health and early detection and joined the Think Pink 5K to help raise awareness in the community. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #UIowaSurgery
Patients with complex nerve injuries shouldn't have to search for answers alone.
Dr. Rehan Zahid is expanding specialized brachial plexus and peripheral nerve care at @uihealthcare, creating new options for patients across Iowa and the Midwest.
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A viral trend isn't worth a trip to the burn center. ⚠️
Microwaving NeeDoh toys can cause serious burns. Our Burn Treatment Center experts explain the risks and how parents can help prevent these injuries.
Questions about a burn injury? 1-319-356-2496
#BurnSafety #ChildSafety
From resident physicians and medical students to research staff and faculty, great work by Dr. Julianna Szuwalski, Elizabeth Callahan, Aida Vanderpuye, @Sharpknife_Aziz , and collaborators on their recent publication.
Read the article here: 🔗 surgery.medicine.uiowa.edu/r…
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Sunshine, barbecue, pickleball, fishing, and great friends... what more could you ask for? ☀️🎣🏓🍔
A wonderful day at our annual BBQ! Thanks to everyone who joined us and made it such a fun and memorable gathering. Looking forward to next year! #match2027
Proud to see @Sharpknife_Aziz sharing his expertise as part of this @AcademicSurgery webinar on building high-impact surgical research programs with limited resources. Be sure to tune in! #AcademicSurgery #SurgicalResearch
You don't need a big institution or a large budget to build a meaningful research program.
Join the AAS Clinical and Health Services Research Committee on October 14th for a practical webinar on building high-impact surgical research with limited resources — featuring academic surgeons who have done exactly that.
📅 October 14, 2026
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM EST
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It was a pleasure to host @KerbyJD_UAB from @UABSurgery as a visiting professor.
Thank you for sharing your expertise and engaging with our faculty, residents, and fellows.
#AcademicSurgery #TraumaSurgery
Now Hiring: Breast Surgical Oncologist
Join a high-volume breast-only practice, collaborate with nationally recognized specialists, and grow your academic career through research, education, and clinical excellence.
Apply: jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty/view/…
Battery safety starts with awareness. This Fire Prevention Week, the University of Iowa Health Care Burn Treatment Center is highlighting the importance of safe charging practices and burn prevention.
Learn more: surgery.medicine.uiowa.edu/u…
#FirePreventionWeek #firesafety
An outstanding visit from Dr. Melina Kibbe (@kibbemr), president and chair of surgery at UTHealth Houston and editor-in-chief of JAMA Surgery.
Thank you for sharing your expertise on publishing, leadership, and academic surgery with our residents and faculty. 💛🖤 #UISurgery
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Fantastic visit at U of Iowa Dept of Surgery as the Shirazi Visiting Lecturer! Thank you all for a wonderful time.
Meet PGY-1 resident Chase DeLong, MD, MPH. From California to Miami to Iowa City, Chase chose Iowa Surgery for its supportive culture, strong training, and close-knit community.
Learn more about the Iowa Surgery Residency Program here: surgery.medicine.uiowa.edu/e…
Dr. Alan Reed represented @UIowa_Surgery as Treasurer of the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Board of Directors during the September meeting in Washington, D.C., helping shape discussions on the future of organ donation and transplantation nationwide. #OPTN
We're now on LinkedIn!
Follow the University of Iowa Department of Surgery for faculty and resident spotlights, research updates, career opportunities, and department news.
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Better cancer care isn't just about treatment. It's about access.
Ingrid Lizarraga, MBBS, FACS is helping strengthen rural cancer programs across Iowa so more patients can receive high-quality care in their own communities.
Read more: surgery.medicine.uiowa.edu/l…
Meet our PGY-1 resident, Linda Jung, MD! 🌟
Outside the hospital, Linda enjoys working out, baking new recipes, and exploring Iowa City's hidden gems.
Fun fact: she's right-handed for almost everything, but left-handed with knives and scissors!
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Reconnecting with Iowa Surgery alumni and friends at @AmCollSurgeons #ACSCC26 was a highlight of the week. Congratulations to Dr. Ingrid Lizarraga on receiving the ACS Domestic Volunteerism Award! 🖤💛 #IowaSurgery
