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Welcome to the Medical College of Wisconsin General Surgery Residency Program

Program Director Welcome

Rana Higgins, MDWelcome to the Medical College of Wisconsin General Surgery Residency Program! Our mission is to foster the professional and personal development of our residents. Residents in our program have a broad exposure to complex quaternary care at our main Froedtert & MCW Hospital campus, in a wide range of surgical sub-specialties, including surgical oncology, colorectal, minimally invasive, bariatrics, trauma, critical care, vascular, transplant and thoracic surgery. Residents also have extensive experience during their training at Children’s Wisconsin, the VA and community hospitals. Unique aspects of our program include opportunities for dedicated research years during training which are not mandatory, electives during the third year of clinical training, dedicated wellness time, protected weekly didactic curriculum, numerous skills labs, a structured robotics curriculum, and global health opportunities. We look forward to welcoming you at MCW!

Rana M. Higgins MD, FACS, FASMBS
Associate Professor of Surgery
Minimally Invasive and Gastrointestinal Surgery

  • Our Program

    Learn about what sets our General Surgery program apart from the rest.

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  • Faculty and Staff

    View information about the education faculty and staff of the general surgery residency program.

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  • Applicants

    Learn about the application process and requirements for the General Surgery Residency Program.

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  • Current Residents

    View information about residents in the General Surgery Residency Program.

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  • Global Health Rotation

    Available to any surgery resident to advance their global health knowledge and leadership.

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  • Recent Alumni

    Find out who is a alumni of the General Surgery Residency Program.

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  • Resources

    View resident resources for current residents in the General Surgery Residency Program.

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  • Facilities

    Our Residents rotate through these hospital facilities throughout their training.

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Program Manager

Tracy Stasinopoulos
Tracy Stasinopoulos
Program Manager
(414) 955-1833
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Department of Surgery
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