The extensive clinical services provided by the Department of Surgery 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.

In great appreciation and respect, I acknowledge the work and dedication of my predecessors, who served as Chairman of Surgery:

Nathan A. Womack, MD (1951-1966)
Colin G. Thomas, Jr., MD (1966-1984)
George F. Sheldon, MD (1984-2001)
Anthony A. Meyer, MD, PhD (2001-2016)

We welcome your interest and any questions you might have about our Department.

Melina Kibbe, MD
Colin G. Thomas, Jr., MD Distinguished Professor and Chair
Department of Surgery

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  UNC Surgery Spring 2019 Newsletter

  Check out the UNC Surgery Spring 2019 newsletter for the latest news and events.

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  MATCH DAY 2020: Congratulations to our New Trainees!

  Congratulations to all of our new trainees! General Surgery Residents | PGY1 Mustafa Abid Wake Forest University Chase Cox University of Alabama Conner Haase University of Miami Christopher “Topher” McCauley University of North Carolina           Sasha McEwan University of North Carolina Hanaan Salamah University of North Carolina Lucas Stone Oregon Health … Read more

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  A gift of life. A testament to surgical excellence.

  When Cristy Brewer needed a liver transplant, coworker Ana Cooke made the selfless decision to become a living donor. UNC surgeons Chirag Desai and Sorabh Kapoor led the complex transplant procedure that gave Brewer a second chance at life while ensuring Cooke’s safety as a donor. Their work highlights the lifesaving impact of UNC’s living … Read more

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  Johnston County burn survivor shares story to help other children, finds healing at Camp Celebrate

  After surviving devastating burns at just 6 years old, Elena Castro Rivera is now helping other children heal through advocacy and support. Her inspiring journey was made possible in part by the compassionate care and expertise of UNC’s Jaycee Burn Center and Dr. Felicia Williams, whose dedication helped guide her recovery during one of the most difficult … Read more

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  Der, Yeh provide scientific context for recent progress in RAS therapeutics for pancreatic cancer