Clinical Specialties and Programs

The core purpose for the Department of Surgery's undertakings is to provide the best medical care possible. Since the appointment of Dr. Daniel C. Elkin as the first official chair of the Department in 1930, our faculty, staff, and trainees have dedicated themselves to this precept, and it remains the most vital factor in our evolution.

Our Values

Collaboration
Compassionate care
Diversity and inclusion
Innovation
Integrity
Respect
Stewardship
Transparency

Dr. Joseph Zarge in clinic with a patient.

Department of Surgery Clinical Specialties

Faculty Spotlights

Shelly Abramowicz, DMD

Shelly Abramowicz, DMD, was awarded the 2024 ADEAGies Foundation Award in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS). This award, presented by the philanthropic arm of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), is given to oral and maxillofacial surgeons who make significant contributions to education in the field of OMS.

The ADEAGies Foundation identifies and promotes innovative, future-ready oral health initiatives that advance dental education and elevate the dental professions by supporting grants, programs, scholarships and special initiatives that develop leaders in academic dentistry and ensure a robust future faculty.

Dr. Abramowicz's faculty profile

Mihir Shah, MD

Mihir Shah, MD, FACS, FSSO, has been awarded a grant by the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) to study the impact of diet on patients with pancreatic cancer. Dr. Shah is an associate professor of surgery and section chief at Emory St. Joseph's Hospital.

The mission of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons is to innovate, educate, and collaborate to improve patient care.

Dr. Shah's faculty profile