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.

08/24/2026

The American Society of Breast Surgeons Welcomes Dr. Kristalyn Gallagher to its Board of Directors

Dr. Gallagher is a distinguished breast surgical oncologist, a dedicated educator, and a respected mentor in the field of breast care. Her extensive experience and commitment to advancing the specialty make her a valuable addition to the Society's leadership.

As a board member, Dr. Gallagher will contribute her leadership and insights to guide the Society's strategic initiatives and further its impact on the practice of breast surgery.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Gallagher on her new role.

08/19/2026

In 2006, a 16-year-old girl with cystic fibrosis came to UNC for a second lung transplant after her first transplant was no longer providing the future she needed.

Twenty years later, she returned to UNC as a 36-year-old mother breathing easily, living independently and celebrating two decades since that life-changing surgery.

Her remarkable story is one of resilience, hope and the extraordinary possibilities of transplant medicine.

Read her story: https://www.med.unc.edu/surgery/twenty-years-later-a-second-chance-that-defied-the-odds/

08/11/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐨—𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐃𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐢𝐞𝐡𝐮𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭.

We are incredibly proud to announce that Dr. Niehuus, trauma surgeon, medical anthropologist, and Assistant Professor in the UNC Division of Acute Care & Trauma Surgery, was recently featured as a guest on the prestigious Africa Aware podcast from Chatham House—one of the world's leading policy institutes.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Niehuus on this incredible recognition of her expertise!

Listen to the full episode: https://www.chathamhouse.org/2026/08/africa-aware-drcs-ebola-outbreak-local-systems-international-responses-and-lessons-africa

Read about Dr. Niehuus's work: https://www.med.unc.edu/surgery/trauma/people/rachel-niehuus-md-phd/

08/04/2026

Dr. Julia Selfridge Appointed to Annals of Surgical Oncology Editorial Board

Congratulations to Dr. Julia Selfridge on her appointment to the Editorial Board of Annals of Surgical Oncology, where she will serve in the Breast Oncology Section.

Annals of Surgical Oncology is the official journal of the Society of Surgical Oncology and is widely regarded as one of the leading peer-reviewed publications in cancer surgery.

07/14/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make last month's graduation celebration such a memorable success!

From the planning team and volunteers to our faculty, staff, and the families who cheered on our graduates—your dedication, support, and hard work made this celebration possible. We are incredibly grateful for everything you did to honor this outstanding class.

A special thank you to Christine Wilkins, Rodney Stephenson, Kathie Patterson, and Stacey Owen for your exceptional contributions. Your commitment helped create a truly unforgettable day.

Congratulations again to our graduates—we're proud of all you've accomplished!

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. 🧬🔬

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