University Surgical Associates

05/08/2026

Congrats to our former surgeon Dr. Joe Cofer!

05/06/2026

We love our nurses!

Join us in celebrating these amazing healthcare professionals for the care and compassion they provide every patient who walks through our doors. We're grateful for your skill, dedication, and commitment to patients, peers, and the community.

Thank you to the USA nursing team -- and to all nurses making a difference every day!

05/04/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month -- and today is Melanoma Monday!

This is a national day of awareness devoted to educating people about melanoma.

To understand the signs of melanoma and treatment options, here are five key facts about the most serious skin cancer from our surgical oncologist specializing in melanoma, Dr. Alvaro Valle:

https://universitysurgical.com/5factsaboutmelanoma/

04/24/2026

04/24/2026

April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month!

At USA Prosthetics, we’re committed to ensuring those affected by limb loss achieve their full potential -- like Brian Holifield.

Find out why Brian calls USA Prosthetics "a life changer."

04/20/2026

Join us in celebrating our Q1 Employee of the Quarter Erica Farmer!

Erica is a Scheduling Operator in our Communications Department.

Here's what a patient had to say about Erica:

"I would like to say a big thank you and offer compliments to [among others] Erica Farmer, surgery scheduler. As a practitioner for 30 years, I have had the opportunity to build, run, and participate in various office-type settings. The whole experience from start to finish was incredibly fast, thorough, and complete."

Congratulations, Erica — and thank you for living the USA mission!

04/10/2026

Did you know USA has been caring for patients in Chattanooga since 1976?

This year marks our 50th anniversary!

Watch USA leaders talk about our commitment to this community — and how our mission remains unchanged after five decades of service.

03/28/2026

Team USA always shows up to fight cancer!

Thanks to our surgeons, staff, and family/friends who helped make the 2026 Rump Run the best yet.

And congratulations to our colorectal surgeon Dr. Alan Hyde for taking the top spot in his division! 🏆

12/26/2025

Happy Holidays from Team USA!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to a very special Christmas season — including our friend The Chattanooga Elf! He hopped by to remind us that "The best way to spread Christmas cheer ... is singing loud for all to hear!"

Curt S Koontz Children's Hospital at Erlanger