Boris Zevin

Dr. Boris Zevin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at Queen’s University and the Medical Director of the Kingston Bariatric Centre of Excellence at Kingston Health Sciences Centre. He specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery and surgery for gastroesophageal disorders, with a focus on advancing medical education through simulation-based training. His clinical expertise includes bariatric surgery, hiatus hernia repair, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) management. Dr. Zevin completed his MD at the University of Toronto, a PhD in Medical and Surgical Education, and a clinical fellowship in advanced minimally invasive surgery at The Ohio State University.

Affiliations: Medical Director, Kingston Bariatric Centre of Excellence; Member, Ontario Bariatric Network Surgical Task Force; Instructor, American College of Surgeons Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS).

Educational Contributions: Dr. Zevin is a SEAMO Medical Education Scholar, emphasizing tailored educational strategies to enhance surgical training. He teaches the HPE 805 Simulation course and contributes to residency curricula. His research focuses on surgical skill assessment, simulation-based learning, and improving bariatric surgery access through guideline evaluations and provider education.

Research Interests: Dr. Zevin’s work bridges clinical practice and education, addressing gaps in bariatric surgery guidelines, surgical coaching interventions, and optimizing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. He advocates for equitable access to bariatric care and collaborates on studies exploring postoperative complications and nutritional follow-up.

Grants & Labs: Engaged in studies funded by academic and clinical initiatives, focusing on surgical education and bariatric outcomes. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in both clinical and educational research.