The Division of Surgical Research in the Section of Surgical Sciences is the primary research resource for all Section departments. It provides vital facilities and services for conducting the research programs of the investigators. It also plays an integral role in training the research fellows. A broad array of research opportunities are available to individuals seeking careers in academic surgery. Oversight of these programs are a serious commitment Surgical Research Administration has made to the faculty, students and residents of the Section of Surgical Sciences.
Research Faculty
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James R. Goldenring, M.D., Ph.D., A.G.A.F.
Paul W. Sanger Professor of Experimental SurgeryProfessor of Surgery and Cell & Developmental BiologyDepartment of SurgeryVice Chair for Surgical ResearchSection of Surgical SciencesResearch Information
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Elisa J Gordon, PhD, MPH
Professor of SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryDirector of Surgical Outcomes ResearchVanderbilt Transplant CenterResearch Information
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Alexander Hawkins, M.D.
Associate Professor of SurgeryVice ChairSection Clinical ResearchDirectorColorectal Research CenterDivision of General SurgeryDepartment of Surgery -
Nicholas Zachos, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of SurgeryDepartment of Surgery Research
Administrative Staff
Surgical Outcomes Center for Kids (SOCKS)
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Stephen Gannon, CCRP
Operations, Research, and Project Implementation DirectorSurgical Outcomes Center for Kids (SOCKs) -
John (Jay) Wellons, III, M.D., M.S.P.H.
Chief, Division of Pediatric Neurological SurgeryCal Turner Chair in Pediatric Neurological SurgeryProfessor of Neurological Surgery, Pediatrics, and Radiology & Radiological SciencesVice Chair for Academics and Faculty AffairsMedical Director, Surgical Outcomes Center for Kids(SOCKs)Department of Neurological Surgery