Jim Padussis, M.D., is a new faculty member at UNMC’s department of surgery, division of surgical oncology. Here’s a brief rundown of his background and the expertise he brings to campus.
- Name: Jim Padussis, M.D.
- Hometown: Severna Park, Md.
- Title and department: Assistant professor of surgery, division of surgical oncology
Research Interests:
Development and outcomes of minimally invasive approaches to pancreatic and foregut malignancies; resident education in robotic-assisted surgery; molecular genetics of pancreatic cysts; novel approaches to regional chemotherapy delivery.
How I feel in love with surgical oncology:
I fell in love with surgical oncology during my third year of medical school. The ability to diagnose, treat and often cure malignancies in the operating room makes the field very rewarding.
Degrees:
- M.D., Boston University
- General surgery residency, Duke University
- Minimally invasive surgery fellowship, Duke University
- Surgical oncology fellowship, University of Pittsburgh
Memberships:
- American Board of Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
- Society of Surgical Oncology
- Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- American Medical Association
Three things people may not know about me:
- I enjoy listening to indie rock music.
- I’m a diehard Orioles fan.
- I’d rather be skiing.