Here we share feature stories of the department's efforts and achievements throughout the year, looking deep into the cutting-edge research, educational advancements, and patient care breakthroughs performed by Duke Surgery faculty, trainees, and staff.

New Beginnings: Duke Department of Surgery Collaborates with Central Carolina Surgery
September 2021 marks the first step to a broader experience for some senior residents at Duke’s General Surgery Residency Program, established through a new partnership between Duke Section of Surgical Disciplines and Central Carolina Surgery (CCS).

Publications in High Impact Factor Journals
The following publications were co-authored by faculty, residents, or affiliates of the Section of Surgical Disciplines, and were published between March 1, 2021 and mid-September 2021 in peer-reviewed journals with impact factors of 15 or higher.

Community Gives Back
Volunteers often dedicate their time and skills to brightening the days of others with no expectation of a return, but sometimes the communities they serve decide to give back. This is the case with the Sunset Village retirement community in Sylvania, Ohio. Paul Schroder, MD, PhD, Duke General Surgery Chief Resident, is a classically trained pianist who enjoys composing and learning new pieces for his repertoire.
The Richard McCann, MD Surgery Fund

Richard L. McCann, MD, came to the Duke University School of Medicine in 1974 under the direction of David C. Sabiston Jr., MD, Chair of the Department of Surgery. Dr. Sabiston identified Dr.