Welcome to Surgery

Message from the Chair

As Chair of the Department of Surgery at McMaster University, I am both humbled and exhilarated to lead a community that has flourished over 54 remarkable years. Our legacy is one of innovation, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to inclusivity and creativity—values that are woven into the very fabric of who we are.

In this moment of profound potential, we stand together, poised to chart a future that is as bold as it is compassionate. Our collective strength, fueled by the brilliance of our people and the embrace of cutting-edge technologies, empowers us to reimagine surgery—not just as a discipline, but as a transformative force for good.

Welcome to a department where every voice matters, where creativity knows no bounds, and where our shared purpose is working together to create a healthier world.

Dr. Mohit Bhandari
Chair, Department of Surgery