Sumanth C Suresh

Dr. Sumanth C. Suresh is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at SUNY Downstate, where he joined the faculty in 2019. He serves as Chief of Transplant Surgery and Surgical Oncology, while also leading the simulation lab and acting as Associate Program Director for the General Surgery residency program.

• Medical Education: Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences
• Training: Saint Mary's Hospital (General Surgery), Westchester Medical Center (Fellowship), Montefiore Medical Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center (Fellowships)

Research Interests focus on Abdominal Transplantation, GI Oncology, and Cardiovascular Diabetes Complications. His work explores angiogenic signaling, stem cell therapies, and transplant outcomes.

Scientific Contributions include studies on liver/kidney transplant outcomes, diabetic myocardial repair, and surgical technique comparisons. Key trends span Transplant Medicine, Cardiovascular Innovation, and Community Surgical Practices.

• Awards: Teaching awards at Downstate, Excellence in Research Award (ACS 2013), Resident Paper Competition Winner (CTACS 2013)

Dr. Suresh collaborates with medical oncologists, surgeons, and community physicians to lead multidisciplinary tumor boards, enhancing cancer patient care.