Marcos Aranda
Active Military
Eisenhower Army Medical Center
General Surgery
I'm a general surgeon in my second year of practice as a military surgeon. I am the simulation director at our hospital. I am an assistant professor at USUHS and will take over as clerkship director later in the year.
Theodore Hart
Active Military
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Vascular Surgery
I'm an early career vascular surgeon new to the society. I'm planning to attend the annual meeting in 2025 and fall course in 2025. As a military surgeon, I'd love to contribute to the military committee and continue to build this presence in academic surgery. My military commitment will span …
Tesserae Komarek
Candidate Member
SAUSHEC
General Surgery
I am eager to serve on the Military Committee to increase military surgeon participation in AAS. Â I believe that military surgeons bring unique skills, experiences, and perspectives that enrich the field of surgery. Notably, military surgeons provide a unique perspective in trauma care, adaptability in challenging environments, and commitment to …
Walter Kucera
Active Military
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
General Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery
I am a military surgeon in San Diego and currently serving as an associate program director for the general surgery residency and the program director for the simulation fellowship here. I am interested in helping grow opportunities for military surgeons and trainees both in the society and in clinical collaborations.
Hembashima Sambe
Medical Student
VA Puget Sound Health Care System
Medical Student (n/a)
I am an international medical graduate from the University of Nigeria, College of Medicine. I am excited at the prospect of serving on the AAS Committee as it presents a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change in a field that profoundly impacts lives. Having practiced in underserved African communities and …