Throughout the formation and expansion of the Mount Sinai Health System, the Ruth J. and Maxwell Hauser and Harriet and Arthur H. Aufses, Jr., MD Department of Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has remained steadfast in our commitment to providing exceptional patient-centered care, conducting ground-breaking research, and training tomorrow's surgical pioneers. Continuing our legacy as leaders in the field of health care and surgical innovation remains our constant focus.

The symbiotic relationship between Mount Sinai's hospitals, outpatient facilities, and the Icahn School of Medicine represents a unique model in medical and surgical education. Mount Sinai attracts clinicians, educators, and researchers who are interested in developing new therapeutics and diagnostics. The downstream effect of this model is the practical realization of science in patient care. Our patients benefit from real-world discoveries happening every day at Mount Sinai. The students we train today become the surgical pioneers, brilliant researchers, and superb educators of tomorrow.

Our Department continues to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our patients and the field of surgery. The Transgender Surgery program exemplifies our commitment to innovative, patient-centered care. As one of the busiest service lines in the Department, we've tripled our full-time faculty to meet the growing demand. Our program remains one of only a few in the nation to offer fellowship training in transgender and gender reassignment surgery, further solidifying our position as leaders in this field.

Our dedication to education is evident in the continued success of our residency and fellowship programs. We now offer fellowships in nearly all areas of surgical specialty, including clinical laparoscopic surgery, colon and rectal surgery, critical care medicine, surgical oncology, transgender surgery, transplant surgery, and vascular surgery.

Research and innovation remain at the forefront of our mission. The Julius and Joan Jacobson Aortic Disease Center is building one of the largest research databases in the country to advance aortic disease prevention. In breast reconstruction, we're pioneering the prepectoral technique, offering women less pain and improved range of motion after surgery. We've also expanded robotic surgery capabilities to all eight of our hospitals, providing patients with a wider range of treatment options.

I am exceedingly proud of our sustained excellence, continued growth, and inspired vision for the future. The Ruth J. and Maxwell Hauser and Harriet and Arthur H. Aufses, Jr., MD Department of Surgery stands as a leader in patient care, education, and research.

Michael L. Marin, MD, FACS
Dr. Julius H. Jacobson II Chair in Vascular Surgery (The Jacobson Professor of Surgery)
Chair, Ruth J. and Maxwell Hauser and Harriet and Arthur H. Aufses, Jr., MD Department of Surgery
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai