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Jennifer Waljee, MD, leads innovation and impact as Division Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Jennifer Waljee, MD, joins the Department of Surgery as division chief of plastic and reconstructive surgery, bringing a bold vision for innovation, education and expansion.
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Surgery professor Matthew Ritter reflects on 30-year military career
When Matthew Ritter, MD, joined the IU School of Medicine faculty in 2020, it was his first civilian job after 30 years in the U.S. Air Force.
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Michelle Artmeier's Story: A 25year legacy in health care and a courageous battle with breast cancer
Michelle Artmeier, MS, vice chair of the Department of Surgery, faced a personal and transformative journey after a breast cancer diagnosis, deepening her dedication to patient care and marking her 25th anniversary at the school with renewed purpose.
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