Clinical Research
In our anatomical research facility, medical and surgical problems are examined and alternative anatomical solutions developed to solve various issues that face clinicians and surgeons alike. The Seattle Science Foundation boasts a large group of clinical research fellows from partnering medical centers who together are helping change the way we move forward with our understanding of human anatomy. This collaborative research and subsequent discoveries have resulted in hundreds of peer-reviewed publications in major medical journals as well as the publication of many clinical/surgical textbooks.
Medical and Scientific Books
Bergman's Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Human Anatomic Variation
With both new and updated entries, and now illustrated in full color, the encyclopedia provides an even more comprehensive reference on human variation for anatomists, anthropologists, physicians, surgeons, medical personnel, and all students of anatomy.
Gray's Anatomy: The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Practice
After more than 150 years of continuous publication, Gray’s Anatomy remains the definitive, comprehensive reference on the subject, offering ready access to the information you need to ensure safe, effective practice.
Surgical Anatomy of the Lumbar Plexus
This is the only book on the market devoted to the lumbar plexus and its branches, focusing on anatomy and clinical applications, pathology, surgery, and imaging.
Gray’s Clinical Photographic Dissector of the Human Body
This unique dissection guide uses full-color photographs rather than anatomical drawings to orient you more quickly in the lab and points out the clinical significance of each structure and every dissection you make.
New Discoveries
Sciatic Nerve Intercommunications: New Finding
New finding may help explain unusual neurologic examinations and alert the surgeon as to the potential for encountering such connections at operation.
A New Space of the Face: The Buccomandibular Space
Potential Mechanism for Some Postoperative C5 Palsies
In cadavers, shoulder depression causes significant tension and displacement of the C5 nerve rootlets, and in the extreme, cord displacement to the ipsilateral side. This could be a mechanism for injury, putting patients at greater risk for postoperative C5 palsy.
Variations of the Accessory Nerve
Anatomical study including previously undocumented findings expanding our misunderstanding of this nerve.
Recent Publications
Featured Publications by Authors
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Research Opportunities
Visiting Surgeon Program
Clinical Research Fellowship
Research Intern