Prof. Rebecca Sippel

Professor of Surgery and Chief of Division of Endocrine Surgery at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health,Madison, WI

Country

United States

Speciality

General Surgery

Subspeciality

Thyroid Disorders

Experience

26 years

Languages

English

Areas of expertise

Thyroid diseases
Parathyroid diseases
Adrenal diseases

About the expert

Prof. Rebecca S. Sippel is a distinguished Professor of Surgery and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. With a focus on Endocrine Surgery, she leads the Division of Endocrine Surgery and directs the Endocrine Surgery Fellowship. Prof. Sippel earned her MD from Washington University and completed her surgical training at the University of Wisconsin and UCSF. Her expertise encompasses thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases. She has received numerous research grants, published extensively, and holds leadership roles in major surgical societies, including the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons. Prof. Sippel is also a recipient of multiple teaching and clinical awards.

Prof. Rebecca S. Sippel is a leading Endocrine Surgeon with over 25 years of experience. She is a Professor of Surgery and Vice Chair of Academic Affairs at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Since 2015, she has led the Division of Endocrine Surgery and directs the Endocrine Surgery Fellowship, specializing in thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases.

Prof. Sippel earned her MD from Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency and a postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of Wisconsin, followed by a fellowship in Endocrine Surgery at UCSF. This extensive training has been the cornerstone of her successful career in both clinical practice and academic medicine.

A prolific researcher, Prof. Sippel has secured significant grant funding, including from the NIH. Her research focuses on improving outcomes for patients with endocrine cancers, especially thyroid and parathyroid disorders. She has published widely and presented her work at numerous conferences, making substantial contributions to the field.

Beyond her clinical and research accomplishments, Prof. Sippel has held leadership roles in major surgical societies, including serving as President of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons. Her dedication to education has earned her multiple teaching awards, and she is recognized for her mentorship of students, residents, and fellows. Prof. Sippel’s impact on Endocrine Surgery is significant, reflected in her leadership, research, and numerous accolades.

Professor of Surgery with Tenure
2019 - Today
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
Vice Chair of Academic Affairs and Professional Development, Department of Surgery
2018 - Today
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, Madison, WI
Chief of Division of Endocrine Surgery, Department of Surgery
2015 - Today
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
Endocrine Surgery Fellowship Director, Department of Surgery
2010 - Today
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine, Madison, WI
Associate Professor of Surgery with Tenure
2014 - 2019
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Associate Professor of Surgery (CHS)
2012 - 2014
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Chief of Section of Endocrine Surgery, Department of Surgery
2011 - 2015
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Director of Medical Student Surgical Education, 3rd Surgery Clerkship Director
2009 - 2013
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
Assistant Professor, Division of General Surgery
2007 - 2012
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
Clinical Instructor in Endocrine Surgery
2006 - 2007
University of California – San Francisco

ACS Ultrasound Instructor Certification

2010
Clinical Endocrine Surgery Fellowship

University of California- San Francisco Medical Center

2007
ACS Basic Ultrasound Certification

2007
ACS Head and Neck Ultrasound Certification

2007
Diplomat of the American Board of Surgery

2006