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Congratulations to Dr. Ronald DeMatteo on receiving The Prize for Scientific Excellence in Medicine. This prestigious honor recognizes groundbreaking discoveries in cancer biology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. To learn more about the American-Italian Cancer Foundation, please visit:
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A Letter to the Editor from @PennMedicine researchers: Human islet transplants begin improving glucose control within days, with major reductions in blood glucose, glycemic variability, and insulin requirements soon after transplant. These findings establish key benchmarks for evaluating next-generation stem cell-derived islet therapies for type 1 diabetes.  #Type1Diabetes #IsletTransplantation #CellTherapy
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Right here in Philadelphia, Dr. Rachel Kelz is taking the national stage at #ATA2026 to deliver “The Year in Surgical Thyroidology.” We're extremely proud to see a Penn Surgery leader sharing insights and highlighting advances in thyroid surgery with colleagues from across the country. #ThyroidSurgery

Pregnancy is predictable. Lack of support is not. A new commentary argues that surgical workplaces must move beyond expecting endurance and instead design systems that proactively support pregnant surgeons through accommodations, coverage plans, and cultural change. #Surgery #WomenInSurgery #SurgEd
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Ready to advance your career in surgical oncology research?

Join the Penn Surgical Oncology T32 Training Program and gain the mentorship, research experience, and professional development needed to become a leader in academic surgery.

🔬NIH-funded training
🤝Expert mentorship
📚Research & career development
🩺Advance the future of surgery

🗓️Applications due Dec. 1, 2026
To learn more: bit.ly/4g6Gm1p