Dr. Matthew Hartwig

Professor

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Biography

Matthew Hartwig is a Professor of Surgery in the Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery division at Duke University. He specializes in thoracic surgery with a clinical focus on lung transplantation and robotic-assisted minimally invasive thoracic surgery. Dr. Hartwig is the Surgical Director of the Duke Lung Transplant Program and directs the Surgical Office Clinical Research. He has a significant interest in the clinical and translational research associated with thoracic surgery and lung transplantation, leading initiatives such as the Duke Ex Vivo Organ Laboratory (DEVOL). With over 150 peer-reviewed publications, he has shared his findings on the utilization and outcomes of lung transplantation, particularly focusing on donor conditions and organ preservation techniques. Dr. Hartwig has received various accolades for his work and actively participates in editorial boards and national meetings related to thoracic surgery and transplantation. A dedicated mentor, he has successfully guided numerous pre-and post-doctoral trainees toward impactful research careers.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Surgery

2008-10-01 — Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Lead clinical and research initiatives in thoracic surgery, mentoring residents and conducting translational research in lung transplantation.

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)