Joseph T. Murphy

Joseph T. Murphy, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in pediatric surgery with focus on traumatic injury, thermal injury, and surgical outcomes in children.

Education
• BA in Biology, State University of New York at Buffalo
• MS in Biology, University of Texas at Dallas
• MD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

His research interests include pediatric trauma outcomes, vascular injuries, surgical techniques (e.g., Puestow procedure), and molecular responses to thermal injury. Key publication themes span 2020-2007, covering burns, pancreatic disease, and prehospital CPR in children. Recent work analyzes radiation safety during central line placement and outcomes of pediatric sarcoma surgeries.

Scientific Awards:

• Minnie Stevens Piper Professor Award

Dr. Murphy has admitting privileges at multiple hospitals including Children’s Medical Center and Parkland Memorial Hospital. He serves on medical advisory boards and contributes to clinical journal peer review.