University of Colorado Department of Surgery

Cancer and its treatment can cause a host of physical and mental health concerns, but for men, there is another issue to take into consideration: fertility. Jeff Morrison, MD, sat down to answer common questions about these effects. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Q02XDX

Cancer and Fertility: What Men Need to Know Men’s health urologist Jeff Morrison, MD, talks about how cancer and its treatment affect male fertility, and how s***m can be preserved for future use.

Residents Benjamin Borg, MD, and Dima Malkawi, MD, were named 2026 scholars in the Stimulating Access to Research in Residency Program by the Program to Advance Physician Scientists and Translational Research. Their research projects will be funded by an award from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Congratulations!

We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Logan McKenna, who completed a general surgery residency with us in 2019. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and the patients he cared for. For those looking to share their condolences, please see here:

Logan Reed McKenna Obituary May 31, 2026 - Allen Mortuaries View Logan Reed McKenna's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

John Mitchell, MD, has been elected as the International Director on the Board of Directors of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS), the largest thoracic surgery society in the world. This role will facilitate cooperation between a select group of global organizations shaping the future of the specialty. Congratulations Dr. Mitchell — we're proud to have you representing CU Anschutz and the U.S. on the international stage!

The University of Colorado Anschutz was recently ranked among the Best Global Universities by US News & World Report! The award indicates excellence in research and a stellar academic reputation.

In addition to being named one of the top universities, we were recognized specifically for our Department of Surgery, ranking #36 globally.

A round of applause for the rest of our award winners 👏

Congratulations once again to all the award recipients at the annual CU Anschutz Department of Surgery Resident and Fellow Graduation!

What a wonderful night celebrating our amazing CU Anschutz Department of Surgery Residents and Fellows Graduation! We’re so proud of the hard work, commitment, and achievements of our graduates. Join us in congratulating our newest alumni - and check out highlights from the evening! https://bit.ly/4exCc1Y

And the final group of our graduates!