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Male infertility contributes to nearly 50% of cases—yet men are often overlooked. “It’s easier to test men than women,” says Kelli Gross, MD. Most tests—like semen analysis and hormone panels—are non-invasive and highly informative, offering real hope for patients.
#menshealth
Kelli Gross, MD, one of our urology specialists and surgeons, was highlighted in ‪‪@ksl.com‬ for her work advancing the conversation around male infertility and men’s health. Read more via University of Utah Health: ksl.com/article/5133...
#MensHealth #MaleInfertility #UofUSurgery #Urology
Fostering better understanding and acceptance of male infertility
Men are becoming more aware of the infertility issue. There is hope for even the most difficult cases of male infertility.
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To earn the Dr. Larry Kraiss Quality Award, hospitals must receive the Commitment to Vascular Quality Improvement Award for 8+ consecutive years.

We’ve now reached 9 years—a testament to our team's dedication to vascular quality improvement.
#VascularSurgery #UofUHealth
Big news from the VQI@VAM meeting: Our Division of
Vascular Surgery received two national awards—

🏆 The Commitment to Vascular Quality Improvement Award
🌟 The inaugural Dr. Larry Kraiss Quality Award—a tribute to his legacy of excellence.

#VQI2025 #UofUSurgery
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We’re excited to welcome T. Clark Gamblin, MD, as the inaugural Chief of Surgical Oncology. His leadership, rooted in discovery, collaboration, and patient-centered care, marks a new chapter in advancing cancer care. bit.ly/45nssUH
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Tanner Harper, an Idaho farmer, suffered a severe hand injury while working. Thanks to Laura Wong, MD, PhD, and Brian Foster, MD, at U of U Health, he now has stable coverage of his hand.

Read more: healthcare.utah.edu/patient-stor... #UofUHealth #UofUSurgery
Elliot Asare, MD, MS, CMQ, FACs, discusses advancements in skin cancer research, the challenges of accessing care for rural patients, and how telehealth is improving that access. #SkinCancerAwareness @huntsmancancer.bsky.social

Watch the full interview: youtu.be/GdHsfGofSDU?...
Surgeon Sessions: Advancements in Skin Cancer & Melanoma Research with Dr. Elliot Asare
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Kicking off the morning with our guest speaker and visiting professor, Luke Funk, MD, MPH, FACS, at our 2025 Annual Fellow, Resident, and Medical Student Research Retreat.

#research #medicalresearch #uofusurgery
Congratulations to Larry Kraiss, MD, on being named a 2025 Health Care Champion! This award honors his dedication to exceptional care, particularly in rural communities. #HealthcareChampion #RuralCare

Watch the tribute video here: bit.ly/3Yrd5qa
Healthcare Champion | Larry Kraiss, MD, University of Utah Health, SLC, Utah
The Health Care Champion award was established as a method for U of U Health teams to honor and recognize individuals who champion programs and partnerships to elevate care in their community. The nominees for this award provide leadership and positively impact both people and patient care. Nominee considerations include: 1. Actions the nominee took this year to help the organization meet clinical, operational, patient experience, and financial goals and overcome challenges. 2. Contributions to a culture of innovation and transformation. 3. Leadership, advocacy for improvement, and commitment to quality demonstrated by an individual. Health Care Champion nominees can come from any work area within the U of U Health Affiliate Network. Each calendar year, the Office of Network Development and Telehealth senior leaders select healthcare champions. This award was presented at the 10th Annual Regional Network Symposium, held at the Ken Garff University Club, April 18th, 2025. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/user/UofUHealthCare ABOUT UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HEALTH: University of Utah Health is the only academic medical center in the state of Utah and the Mountain West and provides patient care for the people of Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, western Colorado, and much of Nevada. It also serves as the training ground for the majority of the state's physicians, nurses, pharmacists, therapists, and other health care professionals. Consistently, ranked #1 in quality in the nation among academic medical centers, our academic partners at the University of Utah include Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, and Colleges of Nursing, Pharmacy, and Health, which are internationally regarded research and teaching institutions. Our team is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff, students, patients, and partners Share this video with others: https://youtu.be/BDYNP5B88d0 SUBSCRIBE to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/user/UofUHealthCare UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HEALTH ACROSS THE WEB: University of Utah Health: https://healthcare.utah.edu/ Facebook: https: https://www.facebook.com/UofUHealth/ X: https://twitter.com/UofUHealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uofuhealth/
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Congratulations to one of our Urology residents, Devon Langston for receiving Best Poster in the Pediatrics II Section at the recent AUA Meeting in Las Vegas. A well-deserved recognition for his impactful work in pediatric urology.

#Urology #UofUSurgery #AUA2025
Big shoutout to our Division of Urology at #AUA2025 with 24 engagements! 🙌 17 faculty & trainees featured in talks, panels, and posters on academic urology, global health, and innovation.
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#AcademicMedicine #GlobalUrology #UofUHealth
What do surgery and squash have in common? For Fiemu Nwariaku, MD, MBA, FACS, it’s all about strategy and precision. 🏆 Watch the full video to see how his passions shape his leadership and patient care. youtu.be/dL5e7lmCeOM

#BeyondTheCoat #SquashAndSurgery #UofUSurgery
Beyond the Coat: Fiemu Nwariaku - Surgeon & Squash Player (Full Interview)
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🎉 U Giving Day is here! 🎉
Join us in celebrating 175 years by supporting U of U Health's
initiatives that change lives—locally and globally. ❤️ #UGivingDay #U175 #UofUHealth

Give now ➡️ bit.ly/4ljRV71
Today we celebrate our surgical team for #NationalDoctorsDay! From January 2024 to February 2025, our department has seen 27,418 surgical cases—a true reflection of their dedication and expertise. Thank you for shaping the future of surgery. #DoctorsDay #UofUDepartmentofSurgery
Today, we celebrate the accomplishments of all women, especially those in the Department of Surgery. Your innovation, passion, and tireless commitment shape the future of medicine for all. Happy National Women's Day! #NationalWomensDay #UofUSurgery #UofU #SurgicalExcellence
For what is done or learned by one class of women becomes, by virtue of their common womanhood, the property of all women." – Elizabeth Blackwell, MD, the first woman to receive a medical degree. #WomenInSurgery
BEYOND – our new series highlighting the people who make our department great, BEYOND their coat and badge. Watch the teaser with Fiemu Nwariaku, MD, MBA, Chair of Surgery, as he shares his love for medicine and squash. WATCH HERE: youtube.com/shorts/BuRRe...

#BeyondTheCoat
Beyond the Coat: Fiemu Nwariaku - Surgeon and Squash Player
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#STATMadness is here! March isn’t just for basketball—it’s for breakthroughs! Vote for @UUtah in a bracket-style contest to help fund research in:

Cancer Genetics Chatbot

Gene Therapy For Heart Failure

Paraneoplastic Puzzle

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2025 STAT Madness
2025 bracket Welcome to STAT Madness, a bracket-style contest to find the best innovation in science and medicine. Explore groundbreaking innovations from
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This year marked the 25th anniversary of Research Day on the Hill—a chance for our undergrads to show off their work at the Utah State Capitol

“This event allows us to share with the public and our leaders the positive impact research has on society.”
U, USU Research Day on the Hill marks 25 years - @theU
During the annual Research on Capitol Hill event, 28 undergraduate researchers from the U shared their work with lawmakers and community members.
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Our researchers have found a gene variant that could protect against rare genetic seizure disorder.

The @uuhsresearch.bsky.social team used a combination of pedigree analysis and fruit fly genetics to identify a gene variant that may protect against PIGA-CDG. #UofU #ResearchSky
Gene variant could protect against rare genetic seizure disorder, fruit fly research finds - @theU
One in 10 Americans lives with a rare disease, which often lacks effective treatments.
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The Aortic Disease Program at University of Utah Health, led by Cali Johnson, MD, EdD & Jason Glotzbach, MD, and supported by Nathan Droz, MD, is transforming aortic aneurysm care with minimally invasive FEVAR & custom endografts. Faster recovery, fewer complications. Read more: bit.ly/3XdB8s7 #uofu
Innovative Approaches to Aortic Aneurysm Treatment
Each year, about 200,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. The condition, if left untreated, can rupture and be fatal. The multidisciplinary Aortic Disease Program at...
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