The Oxford University Global Surgery Group (OUGSG) is a group of clinicians and researchers working together to contribute to the provision of high quality surgical care globally, particularly in low and middle income countries (LMICs).
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Professor Kokila Lakhoo awarded the Denis Browne Gold Medal for lifetime contributions to paediatric surgery
2 July 2026
Professor Kokila Lakhoo, Professor of Paediatric Surgery in the Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS), University of Oxford, has been awarded the Denis Browne Gold Medal, the highest honour bestowed by the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS). The award recognises outstanding lifetime contributions to paediatric surgery worldwide and is presented annually at the Association's Annual Congress.
STATEMENT ON THE ISRAEL, GAZA AND THE MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT
With our colleagues and communities, the Oxford University Global Surgery Group is deeply distressed and appalled by the unfolding situation in the Middle East. We echo the statement made on the University response page.
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