
Brenessa Michelle Lindeman MD MEHP
Endocrine, Surgical Oncology (Other than Breast)
Associate Professor of Surgery and Medical Education Associate Designated Institutional Official for the Clinical Learning Environment Assistant Dean for Graduate Medical Education Vice Chair of Education, Dept of Surgery
Endocrine Surgery Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital2000 6th Avenue South Floor 3Birmingham, AL 35233
Fax+1 205-934-0135
Overview of Dr. Lindeman
Dr. Brenessa Lindeman is a general surgeon in Birmingham, AL and is affiliated with UAB Hospital. She received her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and has been in practice 8 years. She specializes in endocrine and surgical oncology (other than breast).
Education & Training
Brigham and Women's HospitalEndocrine Surgery, 2016 - 2017
Johns Hopkins UniversityResidency, Surgery, 2009 - 2016
Johns Hopkins UniversityMEHP, Health Professions Education, 2012 - 2014
Johns Hopkins UniversityM.E., Health Professions Education, 2014
Vanderbilt University School of MedicineClass of 2009
Certifications & Licensure
AL State Medical License 2017 - 2026
MA State Medical License 2016 - 2019
MD State Medical License 2012 - 2014
American Board of Surgery Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- James IV Association Traveling Fellowship James IV Association of Surgeons, 2024
- Academy of Master Surgeon Educators American College of Surgeons, 2023
- Anthony L. Imbembo Award Johns Hopkins University, 2016
Clinical Trials
- Parathyroid Allotransplantation in Medically Refractory Hypoparathyroidism
Roles: Principal Investigator
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- The effect of adrenalectomy on the patients with Mild Autonomous Cortisol Secretion.Mehmet Kostek, Raj Roy, Andrea Gillis, Herbert Chen, Brenessa Lindeman
American Journal of Surgery. 2026-06-01 - Long-Term Outcomes and Predictors of Recurrence in Primary Hyperparathyroidism.Daniel Gomez-Carrillo, Niranjna Swaminathan, Rachael Caretti, Hameeda Arif Arain, Raj Roy
The Journal of Surgical Research. 2026-04-09 - Diagnostic localization techniques in Primary hyperparathyroidism: Is PET Choline the new gold standard?Niranjna Swaminathan, Sanya Nathani, Andrea Gillis, Sophie Dream, Brenessa Lindeman
American Journal of Surgery. 2026-04-01
Journal Articles
- Does the Influence of Emotional Intelligence in Surgical Residents Extend to Patient Outcomes?Margaux N Mustian, Brenessa Lindeman, Journal of The American College of Surgeons
- Effect of Noninvasive Follicular Thyroid Neoplasm with Papillary-like Nuclear Features (NIFTP) on Malignancy Rates in Thyroid Nodules: How to Counsel Patients on Exten...Matthew A Nehs, Erik K Alexander, Nancy L Cho, Brenessa M Lindeman, Atul A Gawande, Trevor E Angell, Annals of Surgical Oncology
- Toward Defining the Foundation of the MD Degree: Core Entrustable Professional Activities for Entering ResidencyEnglander R, Flynn T, Call S, Carraccio C, Cleary L, Fulton TB, Garrity MJ, Lieberman SA, Lindeman B, et. al, Acad Med, 1/1/2016
Books/Book Chapters
Abstracts/Posters
- Teaching Incoming Residents to Play in the Hospital Sandbox: Incorporating Hospital Support Services into Intern OrientationLindeman B, Lipsett PA, Association for Surgical Education, Boston, MA, 1/13/2016
- Conscientous Objection in Medical Students: The Role of Underlying ValuesLindeman B, Lipsett PA, Goldstein SD, Arbella T, Lidor AO, Association for Surgical Education, Seattle, WA, 1/24/2015
- Graduating Student and Surgery Program Director Views of the AAMC Core EPAs for Entering Residency: Where are the Gaps?Lindeman B, Sacks BC, Lipsett PA, Association of Program Directors in Surgery, Seattle, WA, 1/22/2015
Lectures
- Navigating the Waters: Avoiding Hidden Cycles of Negativity in the Learning EnvironmentSalt Lake City, UT - 1/1/2016
- Caught in the Middle: Learner Mistreatment from a GME PerspectiveSavannah, GA, 2013; National Harbor, MD, 2014 - 1/1/2014
- Challenges and Opportunities Facing Higher Education and Its FutureNashville, TN - 1/1/2014
Other
- EPA 12: Perform general procedures of a physicianLindeman B, Garrity M, Association of American Medical Colleges, Core EPAs for Entering Residency
Washington, DC - 1/1/2014 - EPA 2: Prioritize a differential diagnosis following a clinical encounterLindeman B, Garrity M, Association of American Medical Colleges, Core EPAs for Entering Residency
Washington, DC - 1/1/2014 - Digital Nerve BlockLindeman B, Lipsett PA, Surgical Council on Resident Education Curriculum Portal
1/1/2010
Authored Content
- Does the Influence of Emotional Intelligence in Surgical Residents Extend to Patient Outcomes?October 2018
Press Mentions
Inside UAB’s AI-Powered, Human-Centered Adrenal ClinicJune 17th, 2025
Characterizing Patterns of Opioid Prescribing After Outpatient Ventral Hernia Repair with MeshDecember 26th, 2024
Assessment and Treatment Considerations for Patients with Colorectal Liver Metastases: AHPBA Consensus Guideline and Update for SurgeonsDecember 16th, 2024
Professional Memberships
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