We are committed to providing an inclusive environment where all feel welcomed, respected and safe. As members of the McGill Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, this is at the heart of who we are and what we do.
Welcome to the Department of Surgery
The Mission of the Department of Surgery is to provide the highest-quality patient-centered surgical care, perform innovative research, and train the next generation of surgeons and scientists.
Commemorating A Century Of Academic Excellence At
McGill University’s
Department of Surgery!
It was 100 years ago in 1923 that Edward William Archibald was appointed the first Chair of Surgery in McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine. While the size, breadth, and remarkable diversity of the Department members has changed notably over the century, the core values of innovative clinical care, research and education established a century ago, continue to this day.
From historic milestones to innovative practices, each Department Chair has left their mark, shaping our journey of growth and achievement. Our recent celebration at the Ritz Carlton brought together faculty past and present, honoring our collective legacy. Here’s to a century of excellence and to the exciting future ahead!
McGill’s Department of Surgery - Centennial Celebration
February 29, 2024
Click on the link to peruse some lovely moments from the evening’s celebration.
The MUHC Centre for Global Surgery
The Centre for Global Surgery (CGS) at the MUHC focuses on improving surgical and trauma care, especially in resource-limited settings, through data registries, innovative tools, and training programs.
Working with partners all over the world to implement education and training initiatives, the CGS’s mission is to reduce the global burden of injury by enhancing access to quality surgical care.
By empowering local healthcare leadership and fostering capacity, the CGS aims to create lasting improvements in trauma care and surgical services, while advancing global health equity.
In Memorium: Dr. Harvey Sigman
Dear Colleagues,
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Harvey Sigman. Dr. Sigman was not only an esteemed member of our Division of General Surgery at McGill but also a dedicated, kind, and humble individual. His enduring legacy in surgical education has profoundly impacted our community, influencing countless residents and faculty with his wisdom and guidance.
As we reflect on his remarkable contributions and cherish his memory, we share the details of his memorial service this Sunday. In this time of loss, let us come together to honor his life and continue his legacy of excellence in surgery.
Sincerely,
Dr. Paola Fata
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Share your Memories
McGill University has a long and storied history in academic surgery, dating back to the early 20th century! Over the course of our centennial year, the Department of Surgery would like to collect and share some of the amazing stories about the many notable and exceptionally-talented individuals who have played a part in McGill's Department of Surgery over the past 100 years.
We invite you to reflect on your time and involvement at McGill, either as a former resident, fellow, graduate student or faculty member, and share a memory or story with us.
Surgery Research Strategic Plan 2023-2026
The vision is to provide highest-quality patient-centered surgical care, perform innovative research, and train the next generation of surgeons and scientists. The mission is to be Canada’s leading academic surgical department, improving outcomes and quality of care through impactful research, innovation and training.
