The Duke Department of Surgery is on the front lines of translating research insights into clinical breakthroughs. The work these surgeons and scientists conduct in their labs leads to care advances that change—and save—lives. Read on to learn more about the work we do from bench to bedside and its impact on the communities we serve.
Saving Three Children’s Lives With One Transplant Procedure
A first-of-its-kind cardiac transplant by Duke surgeons begins with research performed at Duke.
Basic Scientists and Surgeon-Scientists Collaborate to Increase Transplant Success
Work between Duke researchers and surgeons explores how gene therapy can enhance outcomes for transplants.
Research That Improves Quality of Life for Women With Breast Cancer
A Duke Surgery study charts a path for a less invasive alternative to surgery for breast cancer patients.
#1
in NIH funding
among academic surgery departments
10K+ organs
transplanted
thanks to groundbreaking research
15K+ enrolled
participants
in over 300 active clinical trials
Duke Research Saves Lives
Stories about how research from across Duke is driving positive health outcomes.
Duke Surgery Research
Background and details on Duke Surgery's research infrastructure and capabilities.
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