Angela A. Guzzetta

Angela A. Guzzetta, MD, FACS is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern and a general and bariatric surgeon practicing at the Dallas VA. She joined the faculty in 2019 and serves as the Surgical Simulation Director for General Surgery since 2021, focusing on immersive, evidence-based training for surgery residents.

• Bachelor's in Biology from Boston University
• Medical degree from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
• General Surgery residency at Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School
• Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at UT Southwestern

Dr. Guzzetta’s research centers on bariatric surgery and surgical simulation, emphasizing innovative training methodologies. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

• American Board of Surgery Certification
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

As Surgical Simulation Director, she develops customized learning experiences for surgery residents, integrating evidence-based practices to enhance clinical proficiency.