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Oxford Research Training Course empowers global surgery collaborators
11 November 2025
On Saturday 8 November 2025, the Oxford Research Training Course was held virtually, bringing together participants from across Africa and the UK.
Professor Kokila Lakhoo publishes book on paediatric cancer surgery
23 September 2025
Professor Kokila Lakhoo, Professor of Global Paediatric Surgery at the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, has co-authored a new book titled 'Pediatric Surgical Oncology', published by Springer Nature.
Mr Tony Jefferis, Senior Teaching Fellow, Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, Oxford University
27 August 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the sad passing of Mr Tony Jefferis. Tony has been a very important part of Oxford education and in particular surgical education for over two decades.
Blog posts
Oxford Global Surgery at PAPSA 2025: Advancing paediatric surgical education across Africa
Professor Kokila Lakhoo gives a rundown of Oxford University Global Surgery Group's participation at the Pan African Pediatric Surgical Association's 2025 Congress in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
From research to impact: Presenting at the 2025 SAAPS Congress
Dr Dennis Mazingi from Oxford University Global Surgery Group reflects on his participation at the 2025 South African Association of Paediatric Surgeons (SAAPS) Congress.
From Oxford to South Africa: A global effort to strengthen paediatric surgery
Professor Kokila Lakhoo was recently invited by Dr Elliot Motloung to visit Sefako Makghato University (SMU) in the North West Province of South Africa. The purpose of this visit was to develop neonatal skills and to discuss and support the development of paediatric surgery within the province.