UNC Surgery

At the UNC Department of Surgery we want to provide the highest quality patient care to all people through innovation, world-class research, and training.

The extensive clinical services provided by the Department of Surgery at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are dedicated to the wellness and treatment of adults and children in North Carolina. We specialize in the most complicated illnesses and conditions and serve as a surgical referral center for patients and physicians from throughout the United States and worldwide. Our faculty,

staff, and residents are committed to service and excellence as we provide the best care possible, create new knowledge, and educate the surgeons and teachers of tomorrow. Our mission is to provide the highest quality patient care to all people through innovation, world-class research, and training the next generation of surgical health care professionals and scientists.

05/01/2026

Transition to Residency Bootcamp

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Transition to Residency Curriculum a success. Our students had an incredible experience in the Surgical Performance Center, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the time, energy, and commitment of our faculty, staff, and residents.

Special recognition to Neal Murty, who ensured the skills labs ran seamlessly and was always ready to step in wherever needed.

Shoutout as well to the Division of CT Surgery for their immediate and enthusiastic support—stepping up within minutes to fill key roles in panels and skills sessions.

We’re especially grateful to the many contributors who gave their time to create a hands-on, comprehensive experience for what may be our largest group of matched surgical trainees to date—across General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, and Urology.

With appreciation to:
Dr. Megan Campany, Dr. Trista Reid, Dr. Rachel Niehuus, Dr. Jaewon Lee, Dr. Katrina Dimaano, Dr. Josh Tennant, Dr. Kyle McNamara, Dr. Clint Cappiello, Dr. Sharon Kapeluk, Dr. Dan Calderon, Dr. Virginia Drake, Jess Werdel, Eli Maxwell, Dr. Alex Coward, Dr. Laritza Diaz, Dr. Gita Mody, Dr. Jinny Ha, Dr. Ursula Adams, Dr. Munee Kapadia, Dr. Erik Strungs, Dr. Sophie Gutterman, and Haley Schomburg.

Your support made a lasting impact on the next generation of surgeons.

We’re excited to continue growing and strengthening this program in the years ahead!

04/30/2026

UNC Health now offers kidney transplants from donors with HIV to recipients with HIV, dramatically shortening wait times for carefully selected patients living with HIV. This progress builds on more than a decade of experience under the federal HIV Organ Policy Equity (HOPE) Act and UNC’s integrated expertise in HIV care, transplant nephrology, surgery and infectious diseases.

https://globalhealth.unc.edu/2026/04/unc-health-performs-hiv%E2%80%91positive-kidney-transplants/

04/17/2026

We’re thrilled to host the Wisconsin Surgical Club at UNC Surgery!

From sharing best practices to fostering cross-institutional collaboration, it’s a privilege to connect with future and current leaders in surgery. Thank you for visiting us—we look forward to a great exchange of ideas, techniques, and Carolina hospitality.

Let’s make it a memorable and impactful visit. Go Heels & On Wisconsin!

03/20/2026

The wait is over—Match Day is finally here! We are so proud of our graduating medical students as they celebrate this milestone and prepare to embark on the next chapter of their journey in residency. Department and Division leaders where on hand to celebrate with our residents.

02/25/2026

Big news from the UNC School of Medicine! We’re proud to announce $353 million in FY25 NIH awards. A huge congratulations to Dr. Jen Jen Yeh for being named a Top 20 funded individual in Surgery. With rankings like these, it’s clear that innovation is thriving in Chapel Hill. 🧬🔬

02/12/2026

https://students-residents.aamc.org/visiting-student-learning-opportunities/visiting-student-learning-opportunities-vslo

02/04/2026

Dr. Adam Akerman and his team were featured in Nature Technologies to Watch 2026 for their groundbreaking work in blood-based detection of aortic aneurysms.

The team developed a faster and less invasive approach that combines blood analysis of molecular markers with AI-driven imaging data to predict aneurysm presence and even reconstruct the aorta from a single blood sample.

All interested to learn more or participate in trials can contact Dr. Adam Akerman directly at adam_akerman@med.unc.edu

This innovation could transform cardiovascular care, making early detection more accessible and personalized for people at risk. Learn how science and machine learning are coming together to save lives!

https://www.nature.com/articles/d42473-025-00386-2

11/10/2025

How a $35,000 Investment is Unlocking the Future of Surgery at UNC

The UNC SOM 2025-26 Research Infrastructure Equipment Allocation Award is bringing the QIAcube Connect to the UNC Department of Surgery—an automated workstation that standardizes nucleic acid and protein extraction and other sample preparation. By increasing throughput and reducing hands-on time, the system improves accuracy and reproducibility, helping move discoveries from the bench to the bedside faster.

This strategic investment from the School of Medicine’s Office of Research underscores UNC Surgery’s commitment to collaborative, innovative science that delivers for patients.

11/04/2025

Join Us for the 2025 Jeffrey Scott Brody Endowed Lecture!

🗓️ Thursday, November 13 at 4:00 PM
📍 Surgery Education Center
💻 Zoom option available

This year’s lecture, “My Blood Runs Through This Place: The Story of Nathan A. Womack,” will be presented by Gilbert R. Upchurch, Jr., MD, Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Florida.

10/20/2025

Duke vs. UNC Department of Surgery Golf Outing — October 11, 2025

Teams from the Duke and UNC Departments of Surgery met at Finley Golf Club in Chapel Hill for a friendly, high-spirited interdepartmental match. Under beautiful skies, faculty, trainees, and friends of both programs enjoyed a day of camaraderie and competition on the course. After a tight battle, Duke claimed the cup and the bragging rights—setting the stage for an even bigger rematch next year. Thanks to everyone who came out to play and cheer; events like this keep the Carolina–Duke rivalry fun and collegial.

09/24/2025

Join us in celebrating a wonderful learning experience at the Resident as Teacher workshop with Marcy Rosenbaum, from the University of Iowa's School of Medicine! 📸✨ These photos capture moments from the "Effective Feedback Conversation" session, where Marcy shared invaluable insights as a visiting professor. We're grateful for her expertise and the impactful discussions that took place. Stay tuned for more inspiring events and collaborations!

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