https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-rss/?title=News&orgId=109179 A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Surgical Oncology en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:49:41 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/hoffmann-receives-yale-working-womens-network-recognition-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/hoffmann-receives-yale-working-womens-network-recognition-award/ Janine Hoffmann, senior administrative assistant in the Division of Surgical Oncology, Section of Breast Surgery, has been named a 2026 Recognition Award recipient by Yale’s Working Women’s Network (WWN). She received the award in the Work Life Champion category, which honors women who take extraordinary measures to help colleagues balance professional and personal responsibilities. Janine was nominated by Administrative Manager Nirvani Brijmohan, whose thoughtful nomination highlighted Janine’s meaningful impact on colleagues across the team. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-receives-gift-breast-cancer-research-reconstruction/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-receives-gift-breast-cancer-research-reconstruction/ The gift will fund vital initiatives at YSM, focusing on advancing clinical care, research, and education in breast cancer treatment and reconstruction. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/standout-research-clinical-care-and-staff-support-recognized/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/standout-research-clinical-care-and-staff-support-recognized/ A dozen awards honored 15 people at January's Yale Cancer Center Annual Awards for work in 2025. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dollar11m-gift-supports-multidisciplinary-oncologic-care-and-research/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dollar11m-gift-supports-multidisciplinary-oncologic-care-and-research/ Yale School of Medicine faculty, Mehra Golshan, MD, MBA, and Siba Haykal, MD, PhD, have received a $1.1 million philanthropic gift to support their research and clinical work in the Department of Surgery. Established by the Healthnetwork Foundation through the bequest of a grateful patient family, the fund recognizes their close collaboration in delivering patient-centered, multidisciplinary surgical care that integrates oncologic and reconstructive expertise. The endowed support will advance innovation in surgical research and care delivery, reinforcing the impact of cross-specialty teamwork on patient outcomes and quality of life. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/newly-appointed-and-promoted-faculty/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/newly-appointed-and-promoted-faculty/ Six Department of Surgery faculty appointments and promotions were approved by the Board of Permanent Officers on Nov. 19, 2025. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/fraschilla-receives-linda-k-lorimer-award-for-distinguished-service/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/fraschilla-receives-linda-k-lorimer-award-for-distinguished-service/ Department of Surgery Division Administrator, Alfonsina Fraschilla, MBA, has received the Linda K. Lorimer Award for Distinguished Service. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-department-of-surgery-announces-new-education-leadership-appointments/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-department-of-surgery-announces-new-education-leadership-appointments/ The Yale School of Medicine Department of Surgery is pleased to announce key leadership appointments within its residency training programs. Andrew Dhanasopon, MD, has been named Associate Program Director (APD) for the General Surgery Residency, effective Feb. 10. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-team-performs-states-first-batman-procedure/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-team-performs-states-first-batman-procedure/ Yale New Haven Hospital achieved a major medical milestone with the state’s first BATMAN (Balloon Assisted Translocation of the Mitral Anterior Leaflet) procedure, offering new hope for patients with severe mitral regurgitation (MR) and complex anatomical conditions. Led by Prashanth Vallabhajosyula, MD, and a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, the innovative transcatheter approach combines the precision of the Basilica procedure with mitral valve implantation to address MR in patients at high surgical risk. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-sajid-khan-awarded-nih-r01-grant-for-colorectal-cancer-research/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-sajid-khan-awarded-nih-r01-grant-for-colorectal-cancer-research/ Dr. Sajid Khan, Chief of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Mixed Tumors and Co-Director of Team Science at Yale School of Medicine, has been awarded a prestigious NIH-NCI R01 grant alongside Dr. Caroline Johnson, Associate Professor at Yale School of Public Health. Their study, “Role and Regulation of Asparagine in Colorectal Cancer,” explores how asparagine influences sex-specific differences in advanced colorectal cancer progression. The newly-funded project focuses on identifying biomarkers, understanding tumor growth mechanisms, and examining dietary and microbiota-derived asparagine. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-receives-dollar1-million-gift-toward-breast-cancer-research/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-school-of-medicine-receives-dollar1-million-gift-toward-breast-cancer-research/ The Yale School of Medicine (YSM) Department of Surgery has received a $1 million gift from Raj and Indra Nooyi to establish the Raj and Indra Nooyi Cancer Research Fund. Thu, 02 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/coffee-chats-building-connection-through-open-dialogue/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/coffee-chats-building-connection-through-open-dialogue/ In an effort to strengthen communication and connection within the department, the launch of the new Coffee Chats initiative introduces structured opportunities for candid, one-on-one conversations between department faculty and the Chair. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-breast-surgery-launches-at-lawrence-memorial-hospital-extending-advanced-care-to-new-london/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-breast-surgery-launches-at-lawrence-memorial-hospital-extending-advanced-care-to-new-london/ Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) has officially become a key location within the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) to provide specialized breast surgery, marking a significant step in expanding access to expert care. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-raul-guzman-receives-the-2024-dr-walter-e-longo-md-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-raul-guzman-receives-the-2024-dr-walter-e-longo-md-award/ Dr. Guzman was nominated by peers for his "extraordinary dedication, mentorship, and commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment." Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/drs-elizabeth-berger-and-jennifer-ogilvie-appointed-to-faculty-advisory-council/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/drs-elizabeth-berger-and-jennifer-ogilvie-appointed-to-faculty-advisory-council/ Faculty have selected Elizabeth Berger, MD, MS, and Jennifer Ogilvie, MD, to represent the department as education and clinical representatives on the Yale School of Medicine Faculty Advisory Council (FAC). They join Isibor Arhuidese, MD, MPH, the department’s research representative, ensuring well-rounded faculty representation. The FAC provides an essential platform for communication with the Dean’s Office. Representatives serve two-year terms. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/you-asked-we-listened-enhancing-call-room-conditions/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/you-asked-we-listened-enhancing-call-room-conditions/ Addressing the concerns raised by educators and trainees about call room conditions has been a priority for the Department of Surgery. Recognizing the critical importance of these spaces, leadership took swift and collaborative action to improve cleanliness, safety, and functionality while laying the groundwork for long-term enhancements. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/enhancing-support-for-procedural-surgeon-scientists/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/enhancing-support-for-procedural-surgeon-scientists/ The Procedural Surgeon Scientist Task Force (PSSTF) was launched in May 2024 by Yale School of Medicine Dean Dr. Nancy Brown to address the challenges faced by research faculty in technical specialties, such as surgery and procedural medicine. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/elevated-whole-genome-duplications-in-cancers-from-black-patients-a-new-insight-into-racial-disparities-in-cancer-outcomes/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/elevated-whole-genome-duplications-in-cancers-from-black-patients-a-new-insight-into-racial-disparities-in-cancer-outcomes/ A groundbreaking study led by a team of researchers at Yale’s Department of Surgery sheds light on a significant genomic phenomenon that could help explain racial disparities in cancer outcomes. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/its-official-dr-judson-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/its-official-dr-judson-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ Dr. Benjamin Judson has been named Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs for the Department of Surgery, following four months in the interim position. His permanent seat on the Vice Chair cabinet goes into effect on July 1. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/focus-on-teamwork/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/focus-on-teamwork/ Dr. Courtney Gibson on the partnerships that foster excellent patient care. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 15:30:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/the-emperor-wears-no-scrubs/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/the-emperor-wears-no-scrubs/ As we go about our day — whatever our job title — let us commit to cultivating a culture where speaking truth to power isn't just an act of bravery but a fundamental tenet of our shared ethos to champion integrity. Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-blavatnik-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-blavatnik-award/ Yale Surgery faculty take home prizes at Blavatnik Fund 2024. Tue, 04 Jun 2024 18:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/golshan-american-surgical-society/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/golshan-american-surgical-society/ Mehra Golshan, MD, MBA, honored by the American Surgical Association. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 10:15:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/olino-receives-ysms-leah-m-lowenstein-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/olino-receives-ysms-leah-m-lowenstein-award/ Kelly Olino, MD, assistant professor of surgery (oncology) at the Yale Department of Surgery, received the 2024 Leah M. Lowenstein Award for excellence in the promotion of humane and egalitarian medical education. Fri, 31 May 2024 10:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-advances-education-mission-with-integrated-approach/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-advances-education-mission-with-integrated-approach/ In a concerted effort to uphold its commitment to excellence in surgical education, the Department of Surgery has made significant strides over the past five years. Tue, 21 May 2024 12:00:00 Z https://www.parents.com/what-gen-z-gets-wrong-about-tanning-and-sun-safety-8649455 https://www.parents.com/what-gen-z-gets-wrong-about-tanning-and-sun-safety-8649455 When UVA and UVB light hit our skin, they penetrate the cells in the skin both superficially and more deeply, explains Kelly Olino, MD, FACS, the clinical director of the Smilow Melanoma Program and a surgical oncologist at Yale Cancer Center. The burn is due to severe damage to our cells and it generates inflammation—that's why sunburns are so painful. "The 'tan' is the result of cells called melanocytes, which are deeper in the skin, that then produce melanin, the pigment that gives our skin color," explains Dr. Olino. "The more we damage the skin with UV exposure, the more the body makes extra melanin." Tue, 21 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/recognizing-outstanding-teaching-at-ysm/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/recognizing-outstanding-teaching-at-ysm/ Announcing the winners of the 2024 Yale School of Medicine teaching awards. Mon, 20 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-giving-and-receiving-feedback/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-giving-and-receiving-feedback/ Four faculty members from the Department of Surgery were voted as top educators by the Yale School of Medicine's Class of 2024. As part of a series on the issues and opportunities facing medical educators in academic surgery, we spoke with R. Peter Manes, MD, Saral Mehra, MD MBA, Kelly Olino, MD, and David Stitelman, MD, about making feedback part of institutional culture. Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-managing-expectations-for-surgery-clerkship/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-managing-expectations-for-surgery-clerkship/ Critical thinking, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence are a few of the skills medical students can learn during their surgical rotations. R. Peter Manes, MD, Saral Mehra, MD MBA, Kelly Olino, MD, and David Stitelman, MD, from the Yale Department of Surgery discuss what makes a rewarding surgery clerkship experience. Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:00 Z https://www.survivornet.com/articles/do-patients-fare-better-with-female-doctors-new-study-suggests-they-may-but-most-cancer-patients-rely-on-a-team-not-an-individual-for-care/ https://www.survivornet.com/articles/do-patients-fare-better-with-female-doctors-new-study-suggests-they-may-but-most-cancer-patients-rely-on-a-team-not-an-individual-for-care/ “Cancer care is multidisciplinary, and a team approach is simply the best way to organize it,” Dr. Elizabeth Berger tells SurvivorNet. Berger is a breast surgical oncologist in The Breast Center at Yale Cancer Center in New Haven, CT. Tue, 07 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeons-recognized-by-connecticut-magazines-2024-top-doctors-list/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeons-recognized-by-connecticut-magazines-2024-top-doctors-list/ Connecticut Magazine’s 2024 'Top Doctors' list includes more than 30 faculty from the Yale Department of Surgery. Thu, 02 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/clancy-mullan-named-2024-surgeon-scientist-training-program-scholar-for-yale-department-of-surgery/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/clancy-mullan-named-2024-surgeon-scientist-training-program-scholar-for-yale-department-of-surgery/ The Yale Department of Surgery proudly announces Dr. Clancy Mullan as the 2024 inductee to the prestigious Surgeon Scientist Training Program (SSTP). Fri, 26 Apr 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/humble-healers/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/humble-healers/ In a profession where success is measured not only by medical breakthroughs but also by the lives touched and the suffering alleviated, this day celebrates the profound impact of each and every doctor. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/ysm/news/yale-medicine-magazine/article/breast-cancer-research/ https://medicine.yale.edu/ysm/news/yale-medicine-magazine/article/breast-cancer-research/ Declines in the death rate for breast cancer have furthered overall progress in cancer mortality. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/acs-hispanic-breast-cancer-program/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/acs-hispanic-breast-cancer-program/ Monica G. Valero, MD, assistant professor of surgery (oncology) and director of the Hispanic Breast Cancer Program, has received a prestigious one-year pilot grant from the American Cancer Society (ACS) to advance breast cancer care among the Hispanic population. The prestigious award affirms the Department of Surgery’s commitment to tackling health inequities on a national scale and locally. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-announces-national-search-for-general-surgery-residency-program-director/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-announces-national-search-for-general-surgery-residency-program-director/ The Department of Surgery at Yale School of Medicine/Yale New Haven Health System announced the commencement of a nationwide search for the next program director of the General Surgery Residency Program. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/new-surgical-education-coordinator-role-promotes-cohesion/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/new-surgical-education-coordinator-role-promotes-cohesion/ Ania Shea has been appointed as the Educational Administrator for the Department of Surgery. The new role marks a pivotal step towards centralization and restructuring within the department's educational infrastructure, aimed at fostering alignment across various initiatives. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/benjamin-judson-interim-vice-chair-faculty-affairs/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/benjamin-judson-interim-vice-chair-faculty-affairs/ Please join us in expressing gratitude to Dr. Dardik and welcoming Dr. Judson to his new role. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 22:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/education-research-grants/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/education-research-grants/ The Department of Surgery has awarded five faculty-resident teams with seed funding to address challenges in education Mon, 05 Feb 2024 15:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-breast-reconstruction-after-surgery/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/health-headlines-what-to-know-about-breast-reconstruction-after-surgery/ What do breast cancer survivors need to know about reconstruction surgery? Dr. Tristen Park, a researcher at Yale Cancer Center and an assistant professor of breast oncology surgery at the Yale School of Medicine, joined News 8 to talk more. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/endowment-breast-surgical-oncology-lectureship/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/endowment-breast-surgical-oncology-lectureship/ The Prudence Slitor Crozier Breast Surgical Oncology Annual Lectureship and Resource Fund, to be guided by Mehra Goldhan, MD, MBA, aims to educate the next generation of breast surgeons. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-isibor-arhuidese-elected-to-faculty-advisory-council/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-isibor-arhuidese-elected-to-faculty-advisory-council/ Isibor Arhuidese, MD, MPH, has been elected to the Yale School of Medicine Faculty Advisory Council (FAC), as the Department of Surgery’s third representative. Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-ellie-proussaloglou/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-ellie-proussaloglou/ Ellie Proussaloglou, MD, assistant professor of surgery (breast surgical oncology) discusses her fellowship at Yale and the transition from fellowship to being an attending. Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/immunotherapy-for-metastatic-cancer-on-the-rise-even-near-end-of-life/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/immunotherapy-for-metastatic-cancer-on-the-rise-even-near-end-of-life/ Researchers learn more about when immunotherapy is most effective Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:00:00 Z https://www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyoncology/othercancers/108123 https://www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyoncology/othercancers/108123 A study revealed a significant increase in patients starting immunotherapy treatments within one month of death. Thu, 04 Jan 2024 13:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/chiefs-celebrity-doppelganger/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/chiefs-celebrity-doppelganger/ Division Chiefs name the Hollywood actor they'd like to represent them in a movie. Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/state-department-painting-with-scissors/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/state-department-painting-with-scissors/ Adapted from Dr. Nita Ahuja’s annual State of the Department address, delivered Sept. 7, 2023. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 20:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgeon-scientist-sara-pai/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgeon-scientist-sara-pai/ The Yale Department of Surgery is pleased to welcome Sara Pai, MD/PhD, an NIH-funded surgeon-scientist, who has deepened our understanding on how human papillomavirus (HPV) evades the immune system. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/section-of-reconstructive-oncology/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/section-of-reconstructive-oncology/ The Department of Surgery is proud to announce the establishment of the Section of Reconstructive Oncology. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 13:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/nita-ahuja-podcast/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/nita-ahuja-podcast/ Nita Ahuja MD, MBA, spoke about how epigenetic changes affect gene expression on the Health Veritas podcast. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:00:00 Z https://healthcare.utah.edu/the-scope/all/2023/11/rediscovering-joys-academic-medicine https://healthcare.utah.edu/the-scope/all/2023/11/rediscovering-joys-academic-medicine As health care continues to evolve, Dr. Nita Ahuja and Dr. Michael Good discuss how to reimagine a more fulfilling career in academic medicine. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 Z