UCLA Department of Surgery
Innovating surgical care from diagnosis to recovery.
About UCLA Surgery
The Department of Surgery at UCLA provides the highest quality surgical care available, is nationally ranked in surgical education and brings leading-edge science to patient care.
Our Vision:
To deliver equitable, innovative, and world-renowned surgical care illuminated by discovery and compassion.
Meet Our Experts
The UCLA Department of Surgery expert team is committed to providing the finest and most comprehensive patient care.
Map & Directions
We're housed on the campus of a globally-ranked comprehensive research university with a well funded research portfolio.
Support UCLA Surgery
Thank you for your interest in supporting UCLA Department of Surgery. We are grateful for your life-changing generosity.
Leading-Edge Research
The Department of Surgery has a robust history of research, with fundamental discoveries in basic, translational, and clinical sciences that have shaped the practice of Surgery and Medicine both nationally and internationally.
Our vision is to advance the field of surgery and allied fields through research, and enhance the department reputation as a world-class research unit recognized for innovation, excellence, and discovery.
Nationally-Ranked Education
In Surgery, we have an unswerving commitment to the academic mission including research and creative endeavors, teaching, clinical care, and service. We draw our talent from across the community, celebrating diversity and a broad range of perspectives and experiences.
Exceptional Clinical Care
We lead the way in excellent health care. Our surgery team includes experts in multiple subspecialty areas who continually research best practices and advance their skills. Highlights of our surgical services include expanded access to care, advanced technology and comprehensive research.
Surgery News
Spotlight Story: Reflecting on a Year of Success at UCLA Surgery
We are delighted to share with you the Department of Surgery's 2023 Year in Review report. This report highlights our major milestones, surgical advancements, research innovations, and both national and international achievements.
In 2023, we also developed a comprehensive 5-year strategic plan to refine our mission, vision, and values, underscoring our commitment to pioneering patient care, impactful research, and top-tier education.
Spotlight Story: UCLA Health & CHOC Launch Pediatric Heart Program
UCLA Health and Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) join forces to launch a new regional pediatric congenital heart care program.
“We will use our considerable clinical strengths, integrate data and technology and provide seamless, convenient access to care," says Glen S. Van Arsdell, MD, chief of congenital cardiovascular surgery at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital and chief of the new UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital-CHOC Congenital Heart Program.
Surgery Events
Advanced Surgical Skills for Exposure in Trauma (ASSET) Course
- Date: February 25, 2025
- Location: Westwood, CA
Developing Faculty Competencies in Assessment
- Date: February 28, 2025
- Location: Westwood, CA
Get in Touch
To find out more about our surgery services, call 310-267-8054.