Biography

Dr. George Fuhrman is a surgical oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. He serves as the Chair of the Ochsner Department of Surgery and has also served as a program director for the past 26 years. Dr. Fuhrman's current practice focuses on acute care surgery with an interest in the management of surgical complications, such as bile duct injuries, enterocutaneous fistula and necrotizing pancreatitis. He is also actively engaged in the performance of complex surgical oncology and breast surgery.

Education and Training

Medical School

Medical College of Georgia
Field of Study: MD
Year Completed: 1986

Internship

Orlando Regional Medical Center
Field of Study: Surgery
Year Completed: 1987

Residency

Orlando Regional Medical Center
Field of Study: General Surgery
Year Completed: 1991

Fellowship

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Fellowship
Year Completed: 1993

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Surgical Oncology
Year Completed: 1993

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Surgical Oncology
Year Completed: 1993

Certifications

American Board of Surgery - General Surgery

George M. Fuhrman, MD