Dr. Kevin Southerland

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kevin William Southerland is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at Duke University. He completed his M.D. at the University of Pennsylvania and a B.S. at Duke University. He has undergone extensive training in vascular surgery, serving as a fellow and resident at Duke University School of Medicine. His research interests are focused on vascular surgery, particularly the mechanisms behind muscle regeneration and the treatment of peripheral arterial disease. He has received multiple grants from prestigious organizations like the National Science Foundation and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to further his work in vascular tissue engineering and the role of macrophages in muscle regeneration. In addition to his research, he is committed to educating the next generation of surgeons and contributing to the field through various scientific initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Professor in the Department of Surgery, focusing on vascular surgery and research.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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  • Application Fee ($95)
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)