Surgery Department
Welcome Message from the Department Chair
I am honored to welcome you to a department rooted in Meharry’s long-standing mission: to advance health equity through innovative research, education, compassionate health services, and care. The Department of Surgery stands at the forefront of surgical innovation, while remaining deeply connected to the people and places we serve. Whether through life-saving operations, research that addresses health disparities, or the education of future physician leaders, our work extends far beyond the walls of the hospital.
Together, we are shaping a healthier future – one patient, one learner, and one discovery at a time.
Sincerely,
Shaneeta Johnson, MD, MBA, FACS FICS FASMBS
Professor and Interim Chair
Department of Surgery Meharry Medical College
Vision Statement
The Department of Surgery at Meharry Medical College is dedicated to fostering a dynamic and diverse academic home that leads in surgical education, patient care, research and community service. Our vision is grounded in excellence and equity –– delivering high-quality training and care that meets and exceeds best standards, advances institutional sustainability and uplifts the health of the communities we serve.
This department imparts excellent surgical care through innovation in the operating room, compassion at the bedside and meaningful engagement beyond hospital walls. We are not only shaping the future of surgery – we are transforming lives.
Contact the School of Medicine:
Office of the Dean
1005 Dr. D. B. Todd, Jr. Blvd.
Nashville, Tennessee 37208
Phone: 615.327.6204
Fax: 615.327.6568