The Acute Care Surgery Divisional Research program at the University of Missouri is dedicated to advancing evidence-based surgical care through collaborative clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and educational scholarship.

Our Plastic Surgery Residency is a six-year integrated program with a total of 10 residents. We accept one to two residents per year.

Find ways to donate to and support the Department of Surgery.

Find the schedule of upcoming Department of Surgery Grand Rounds presentations for the University of Missouri School of Medicine.

Find the University of Missouri School of Medicine Acute Care Surgery practice management guidelines for Trauma Systems.

Mizzou’s Cardiothoracic Surgery team leads in heart and lung care with 750+ annual procedures, research, and advanced technology.

Our primary mission is to provide excellent, patient-centered care to the acutely ill and injured. We do this in a clinical learning environment based on the best available evidence from current surgical textbooks, peer reviewed journals, and professional organizations. These practice management guidelines are meant to guide clinicians in daily medical decision-making while minimizing unwarranted variations in care and identifying knowledge gaps for future study or research endeavors.