The Center for Advanced Translational Stroke Science (CATSS)
The Center for Advanced Translational Stroke Science (CATSS) was established in 2015 to support basic and translational stroke research, to provide an interactive and collaborative environment for research development between research and clinical faculty (and strengthen interactions with other clinical departments) and to provide a support structure for successful funding of research in stroke at the University of Kentucky.
UK's Peter Blackburn Recognized as Ophthalmologist of the Year
Dr. Peter Blackburn, associate professor of ophthalmology and pediatrics in the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, has been presented with the Kentucky Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons’ (KAEPS) Ophthalmologist of the Year award.
Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Campaign Focuses on At-Risk Kentuckians
The GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer (formerly known as Lung Cancer Alliance and the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation) is conducting a statewide education campaign in partnership with the University of Kentucky to bring lung cancer screening awareness to the thousands of Kentuckians at risk for the disease.
Physiology Team "Survives the Night"
Congratulations to the Physiology "Survive the Night" Triathlon Team!
To learn more about Survive the Night, click here to be directed to the event's website.
Dr. Zwischenberger presented the 2019 Schwartz Award by the Department of Surgery
By Josh Shepherd
UK Part of $11 Million Project Funded by NCI to Combat Cervical Cancer in Appalachia
A new public health initiative supported by $11 million in funding from the National Cancer Institute aims to address the burden of cervical cancer incidence and mortality in Appalachia.
Chandler Hospital named one of 100 Great Hospitals in America 2018
UK Otolaryngologists at Rhinoworld 2019
Reading: Presentation Zen
Giving presentations is a big part of being a scientist. Even in industry. Anyone can give a talk. Not everyone can give a really effective talk. Taking all your fantastic data and making a compelling presentation is as much an art as a skil. This month I'm recommending Garr Reynolds' book "Presentation Zen" which has some fantastic advice on how to improve your presentation skills.
2019 Class of Chief Residents and Fellows announce post-UK plans
By Josh Shepherd
At the end of June, Department of Surgery chief residents and fellows will transition to advanced training or begin their professional surgical practice.
Among the 2019 class, four will enter into advanced fellowship training, four will go into full time practice, another will enter military services at Fort Campbell, and a general surgery resident plans to go into a post surgical residency program in Togo, West Africa.
Department of Surgery Class of 2019
