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An Enduring Commitment to Surgical & Teaching Excellence

The UCSF Naffziger Surgical Society is the alumni society of the UCSF General Surgery and Plastic Surgery Residency Program and is comprised of residents who graduated the program and associate members. Dedicated to surgical excellence, the society has long served as a forum fostering collegiality between surgeons in multiple diverse settings, from academic medicine to bustling community practices, nationally, internationally, and in the developing world.

Mission Statement: The Naffziger Surgical Society’s mission is to promote connection, scholarship, and mentorship between UCSF alumni, faculty, and trainees.

News & Events

Featured Alumni: Sukgu M. Han, MD, MS, DFSVS

Dr. Sukgu Han is a Professor of Surgery and Neurological Surgery and the Chief of the Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy at the University of Southern California. He earned his M.D. from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors distinction. He then completed general surgery training […]

In Memory of Arthur Norman Thomas M.D. 1931 – 2025

Arthur Norman Thomas, MD01/27/1931 – 06/29/2025“Dr. Arthur N. Thomas died at home on Sunday, June 29, at the age of 94. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 75 years, Adeline, their five children, seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.Dr. Thomas chose to become a surgeon at age 13, a decision that shaped a […]

2025 Chiefs’ Welcome Picnic

The Naffziger Society held its annual Chiefs’ Welcome Picnic on Saturday, June 7th, at the Elk Glen Picnic Area in Golden Gate Park. Thank you to Dr. Sosa, our esteemed faculty, and all society members who joined us to celebrate and warmly welcome our newest alumni into the community. Spearheaded by President Jen Wang, the […]

38th Annual Research Symposium

The Department of Surgery Annual Research Symposium was held on May 14, 2025. You may view the recording here: https://ucsf.app.box.com/s/bfvgfw1o99ebqiq2wt2sbpkx6jj8iwjc For Dr. Jayaraman’s Keynote and awards announcements view here: https://ucsf.box.com/s/gqs8irzb04ahznqr499mpx2euz8j7xkr Congratulations to all the awardees listed below, selected by a panel of judges, who are members of the Department of Surgery Research Committee.