Sara Hennessy

Sara Hennessy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Director of the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. Her clinical specialties include minimally invasive general surgery and bariatric surgery. She holds an M.D. from the University of Virginia, completed surgical residency there, and pursued fellowships in surgical critical care and minimally invasive/bariatric surgery.

Research Focus: Dr. Hennessy's research emphasizes clinical outcomes in surgical critical care and bariatric surgery, with particular attention to surgical infections prevention and treatment strategies. Her work bridges clinical practice and translational research to improve patient outcomes in high-acuity surgical settings.

Education:

• Medical Degree: University of Virginia
• Surgical Residency: University of Virginia
• Fellowships: Surgical Critical Care & Minimally Invasive/Bariatric Surgery (University of Virginia)

No specific articles or awards are listed in the provided text, though her clinical leadership and specialized training indicate active involvement in surgical innovation and patient care improvement initiatives.