University of Minnesota
Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Department of Surgery

Clinical Research

There is ongoing clinical and basic science research at the University of Minnesota. Each resident is assigned a research topic and expected to prepare an abstract for submission to the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery. These topics are typically retrospective studies of a particular condition. There are many other opportunities to co-author chapters or participate in other research projects.

Clinical Rotations

Each resident will spend two five (5) week periods on each of the following rotations:

University of Minnesota Hospital & Clinic/Center for Pelvic Floor Disorders
Focus: Colonoscopy, outpatient clinic, surgery, preoperative and postoperative care, pelvic floor evaluation


North
Focus: Colonoscopy, outpatient clinic, surgery, anorectal physiology, preoperative and postoperative care, anal ultrasound


Abbott-Northwestern
Focus: Colonoscopy, private office experience, surgery, postoperative care


St. Paul
Focus: Colonoscopy, private office experience, surgery, postoperative care


Fairview Southdale/Veterans Administration
Focus: Colonoscopy, outpatient clinic, surgery, postoperative care

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