Department of Surgery
THE FUTURE OF SURGERY, DELIVERED TODAY.
Welcome to the Department of Surgery at University of Utah Health, where excellence in patient care, pioneering research, and transformative education converge. As a nationally recognized academic surgical program with eight outstanding academic and clinical divisions including Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Transplantation & Advanced Hepatobiliary Surgery, Urology, and Vascular Surgery. We are dedicated to delivering high-value clinical services while pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and providing exceptional education to prepare future surgeons, scientists, and leaders. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our cutting-edge laboratory research, utilization of advanced surgical technologies, and pioneering healthcare system initiatives. We strive to ensure that every patient receives personalized, compassionate, and high-quality surgical care tailored to their unique needs, preferences, and values.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
Innovating clinical care across eight divisions through education and research.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Promoting excellence in medical education at every stage of the learning journey.
INNOVATIVE RESEARCH
Pioneering research dedicated to achieving breakthroughs in surgical treatments.
SURGERY NEWS & EVENTS
Celebrating the latest advancements, stories, publications, and events.
A HISTORY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY
After a 40-year surgical career at the University of Utah, Edward Nelson, MD, retired in 2020. Having been deeply integrated in four decades of growth, innovation, and advancements, Dr. Nelson dedicated the next phase of his career to developing a book to capture the rich history of the department from 1942 - 2022.