Appendiceal Masses
Join Drs. Scott Steele and Dan Scheese as they engage in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Michael Valente about the intricate world of appendiceal masses, including carcinoid, adenocarcinoma, and mucinous neoplasms. Despite the complexity of the subject, this episode skillfully deconstructs the topic through the analysis of three distinct cases, illuminating the latest terminology, diagnostic ...
30m Jun 24, 2024
30m
Surgical M&M: Can We Do Better?
M&M - we all do it, but what is its purpose? Join Jason and Nina as they talk to two experts about why we present at all, and what we can do to better reach the educational and quality improvement goals of morbidity and mortality conference. Hosts: Jason Bingham, Nina Clark Panelists Keith Lillemoe, MD Chief of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital Professor of Surgery at the Harvard Medic...
44m Jun 20, 2024
44m
Dominate the Match - Episode 7: Applying to Residency as an International Medical Graduate - Part 2 of 2
It’s that time of year (again!)- when medical students- both US and International- are preparing their residency applications. This year, we have been focusing on the special challenges International Medical Graduates face when applying to US surgical residency positions. In our previous episode, we discussed how residents can make their applications stand out to program directors. Today, we wi...
35m Jun 17, 2024
35m
Dominate the Match - Episode 6: Applying to Residency as an International Medical Graduate - Part 1 of 2
It’s that time of year (again!)- when medical students- both US and International- are preparing their residency applications. In this episode, we will focus on the special challenges International Medical Graduates face when applying to US surgical residency positions and discuss tips and tricks for making IMG residency applicants standout to program directors in the US. Guests: David Hughes,...
31m Jun 13, 2024
31m
Journal Review in Minimally Invasive Surgery: Robotic Cholecystectomy and Bile Duct Injury
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy was introduced approximately 30 years ago and quickly became the gold standard due to multiple benefits over open cholecystectomy. It ushered in the laparoscopic revolution but also increased the number of bile duct injuries. Through the dedicated efforts of many the rate of bile duct injury has been reduced, now mirroring open cholecystectomy. The robotic surgery r...
32m Jun 10, 2024
32m
Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) - Episode 4: Gender Affirming Care and Gender Affirming Surgery
Join for the forth episode in the Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) series for a discussion on gender affirming care and gender affirming surgery. Host: Dan Scheese, MD Andrew Schlussel, DO, Colorectal and General Surgeon, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center Guests: 1. Dr. Megan Lane (She/her) megalane@med.umich.edu Dr. Lane is a Plastic Surgery resident at the University of Michigan ...
44m Jun 06, 2024
44m
So, You Want to be a Cardiac Surgeon?: Training Paradigms
Interested in cardiac surgery? The training paradigm for cardiac surgery has changed significantly over the past decade and we know may students often struggle when deciding what pathway is best for them. For this episode, we assembled a robust team of attendings, fellows, and residents to discuss their journey as well as some of the research that has been conducted about these different pathwa...
35m Jun 03, 2024
35m
Journal Review in Bariatric Surgery: Are Less Anastomoses Better?
Bariatric surgery is an evolving field with new procedures, or variations of old ones, being developed to meet the needs of patients with obesity. The single anastomosis duodenoileal bypass (SADI) and one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) are two such procedures which have recently entered the mainstream conversation. In this episode we will give a brief overview of the SADI and OAGB, go over s...
32m May 30, 2024
32m
Are we failing our patients? Ventral hernia recurrence with Drs. Todd Heniford and Michael Rosen
Join Drs. Jason Bingham (@BinghamMd) and Patrick Georgoff (@georgoff) for a thought-provoking discussion with titans of hernia surgery Drs. Todd Heniford (@THeniford) and Michael Rosen (@MikeRosenMD).  You don't want to miss this one!  This episode goes deep, touching on some of the most vexing questions in the world of abdominal wall reconstruction. Highlights: Hernia is chronic disease proc...
1hr 10m May 27, 2024
1hr 10m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Gastric Cancer
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of gastric cancer. Hosts: - Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center - Connor Chick, MD (@connor_chick) is a Surgical Oncology fellow at Ohio ...
30m May 23, 2024
30m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: J Pouch Creation and Management of Postoperative Pouch Complications
Join Drs. Peter Marcello, Jonathan Abelson, Tess Aulet and special guest Dr. Philip Fleshner as they discuss the management of small bowel strictures in Crohn’s disease. Learning Objectives 1.    Discuss the role for J-pouch in a patient with inflammatory bowel disease 2.    Identify the key steps in creation of the J-pouch and technical considerations. 3.    Describe post operative complicati...
35m May 20, 2024
35m
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: Quantitative Tension on the Abdominal Wall in Posterior Components Separation With Transversus Abdominis Release
How is each release of the TAR contributing to the final tension on the anterior and posterior fascia? Join Drs. Michael Rosen, Benjamin T. Miller, Sara Maskal, and Ryan C. Ellis as they discuss their group’s recent cohort study of tensiometry in 100 TARs. Hosts: - Michael Rosen, Cleveland Clinic - Benjamin T. Miller, Cleveland Clinic - Sara Maskal, Cleveland Clinic - Ryan C. Ellis, Cleveland ...
22m May 16, 2024
22m
HuMaNiSm + Surgery # 1
Welcome to Humanism in Surgery, a new series where we take a deep dive into the extremes of humanity within the field of surgery. As surgeons, there are times when we feel deeply human and times when we feel we have lost our humanity. These experiences impact us immensely and shape our careers in important ways. It's time these stories are told! For those of you who are fans of NPR, think of th...
23m May 13, 2024
23m
Clinical Challenges in Burn Surgery: Burn Resuscitation - Getting Things Started - Part 1 of 2
A patient with a large TBSA burn injury presents to a local emergency department and you are the only surgeon on duty that evening. With snow covered roads and poor visibility, the patient requires initial stabilization prior to transfer to the regional burn center. You are faced with some difficult clinical decisions as you begin their resuscitation. Join Drs. Tam Pham, Rob Cartotto, Julie Riz...
29m May 09, 2024
29m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Palliative Care: Communication Skills for Difficult Conversations
Your patient was in a terrible car crash and is currently intubated with multiple traumatic injuries that will need surgery. Family has just arrived and all they’ve heard is that he has a broken leg. How do you share this serious news with family? What do you do when they become angry, cry or bombard you with questions that you don’t have answers to? Join the surgical palliative care team from ...
36m May 06, 2024
36m
Journal Review in Hepatobiliary Surgery: ctDNA & Colorectal Liver Metastasis
Circulating tumor DNA, more commonly referred to as ctDNA, has emerged as an attractive and potentially highly sensitive biomarker for patients with colorectal cancer. But what exactly is ctDNA, does it have any prognostic value for patients with colorectal liver metastasis, and how can it be incorporated into the management of said patients? In this episode from the HPB team at Behind the Knif...
35m May 02, 2024
35m
Is "Pump and Dump" Outdated? An Update on Lactating Patients
Taking a lactating patient the OR? Prescribing antibiotics? What about a CT scan with IV contrast? Pump and dump, right? WRONG. It's time to get educated! Today, we review the finer points of caring for our lactating patients. In this episode Dr. Patrick Georgoff is joined by Dr. Austin Eckhoff, general surgery resident at Duke University, Dr. Annie Dotson, family medicine and breastfeeding me...
25m Apr 29, 2024
25m
Scoring Changes to the ABSITE: The Trainee Perspective on Impact and Ramifications
The American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination will officially be switching from reporting percentile scores by year level to percent of questions correct. What does this change mean for residents? Podcast hosts Dr. Ananya Anand, Dr. Joe L’Huillier, and Dr. Rebecca Moreci are joined by three fellow CoSEF members for this discussion: Dr. Gus Godley, Dr. Colleen McDermott, and Dr. Josh Ros...
44m Apr 25, 2024
44m
ABSITE Updates and the Future of Boards with Dr. Jo Buyske
The ABSITE score report is changing… what does it mean? CEO of the American Board of Surgery Dr. Jo Buyske discusses ABSITE and MUCH more. Hosts: Dr. Scott Steele, Dr. Nina Clark, Dr. Jessica Millar Guest: Dr. Jo Buyske, President/CEO of the American Board of Surgery Resources: Announcement - ABSITE Percentiles: https://www.absurgery.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ABSITE-Percentiles.pdf ABSI...
37m Apr 22, 2024
37m
Clinical Challenges in Thoracic Surgery: Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
In this episode our team dives into the diagnosis, workup and management of malignant pleural mesothelioma. Listen as we debate the pros and cons of surgical management of this disease with extrapleural pneumonectomy versus pleural decortication and discuss the nuances of choosing the right approach for the right patient. Learning Objectives - Describe the workup and staging of a patient with ...
38m Apr 18, 2024
38m
Journal Review in Emergency General Surgery: Appendicitis
Can appendicitis wait until the morning? Join Drs. Ashlie Nadler, Jordan Nantais, Graham Skelhorne-Gross, and Marika Sevigny from our Emergency General Surgery Team as they discuss the role of deferring appendectomies from overnight to the next morning. Paper 1: Patel SV, Zhang L, Mir ZM, Lemke M, Leeper WR, Allen LJ, Walser E, Vogt K. Delayed Versus Early Laparoscopic Appendectomy for Adult P...
22m Apr 15, 2024
22m
Cardiac Cowboys: The Heroic Invention of Heart Surgery
Before 1952, open heart surgery was considered science fiction. The heart was off limits to surgeons despite more than half a million Americans dying annually from heart disease. Doing nothing was the strategy. However, the status quo would soon change thanks to a few brave and imaginative surgeons who dared to break the most rigid of medical taboos: Do not touch the human heart. We sat down wi...
25m Apr 11, 2024
25m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: Management of Advanced and Malignant Polyps
Join Drs. Galandiuk, Bolshinsky, Kavalukas, and Simon as they discuss Management of Advanced and Malignant Polyps.  Come with us as we navigate through sessile serrated lesions, pathology reports, and rectal polyp nuances. Hosts: - Susan Galandiuk, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @DCREdInChief - Vladimir Bolshinsky, Peninsula Health, Victoria, Australia, @bolshinskyv - Sandy Ka...
35m Apr 08, 2024
35m
Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) - Episode 3: LGBTQ+ Healthcare
Join for the third episodes in the Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) series for a discussion on LGBTQIA+ healthcare providers and their patients. Host: Nina Clark, MD Guests: - Andrew Schlussel, DO, Colorectal and General Surgeon, Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center - Dr. James Taylor, Assistant Professor of Colorectal Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center - Dr. Alex Bonte, General Sur...
49m Apr 04, 2024
49m
Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Open Preperitoneal Ventral Hernia Repair
Listen to another episode by the Hernia Team from Carolinas Medical Center as they discuss their approach to open preperitoneal ventral hernia repair. Although uncommonly performed, a preperitoneal approach offers several advantages including the ability to achieve large mesh overlap without the need for myofascial release. The team discusses their tips and tricks for utilizing the preperitonea...
21m Apr 01, 2024
21m
Clinical Challenges in Trauma Surgery: Approach to Pancreatic Injury
Eat when you can, sleep when you can, and don’t F with the pancreas!  What happens when that third rule goes wrong, and why do people say pancreas injuries are like eating crawfish?  Whether you love the pancreas or just the mention of the P-word strikes fear in your heart, or if you just want the answer to the aforementioned questions, join Drs. Cobler-Lichter, Kwon, and Meizoso, as they guide...
26m Mar 28, 2024
26m
Global Surgery Episode 2: Trauma Care in Resource-Limited Settings
Join us for another episode of our Global Surgery series, where we have a special focus on trauma care in resource-limited settings. Traumatic injury remains one of the largest burdens of disease and causes of mortality internationally. The WHO estimates that 4.4 million lives are lost to traumatic injuries per year, accounting for approximately 8% of all deaths. Notably, traumatic injuries ar...
35m Mar 25, 2024
35m
Global Surgery Episode 1: How Health Infrastructure Interacts with Global Surgical Care
Join us for a new edition of our global surgery series! On this episode, Dr. Jon Williams is joined by Dr. Sudha Jayaraman and Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide to discuss how we define global surgery today and how health infrastructure interacts with global surgical care. Dr. Jayaraman is a trauma and acute care surgeon at University of Utah, and the director of the Center for Global Surgery. After at...
42m Mar 21, 2024
42m
Journal Review in Surgical Education: Artificial Intelligence
With the increasing popularity of artificial intelligence, its uses are quickly becoming not only a part of everyday life, but also training in surgery. Those of us without much understanding of the technology might be intimidated by this nebulous topic, or worry that we won’t be able to comprehend the advancements to come to the field. Luckily, we’re joined by a leading expert in the use of AI...
32m Mar 18, 2024
32m
Hot Topics in Trauma: Western Trauma Association 2024
The Fellowship of the Snow kept it interesting this year…both on and off the slopes!  On this episode, Patrick Georgoff discusses the Western Trauma Association’s updated resuscitative thoracotomy algorithm with Ron Tesoriero, the results of a WTA multicenter trial exploring chest tube irrigation for the prevention of retained hemothorax with Thomas Carver, and prehospital blood administration ...
53m Mar 14, 2024
53m
Clinical Challenges in Vascular Surgery: Dialysis Associated Steal Syndrome
In this episode of Behind the Knife the vascular surgery subspecialty team discusses a few case scenarios of patients with dialysis associated hand ischemia (or steal syndrome). Although a rare, steal syndrome can be detrimental to patients with end stage renal disease and result in not only risk of losing dialysis access but even their limb.  What options do you have to fix this problem? In th...
37m Mar 11, 2024
37m
Circulation-First Approach to Trauma Resuscitation
Join BTK eduction fellows, Drs. Nina Clark and Jon Williams along with guests Drs. Sharmila Dissanaike and Paula Ferrada for a discussion on whether it’s time for a paradigm shift toward a circulation-first approach to trauma resuscitation. Hosts: Nina Clark, MD and Jon Williams, MD Guests: Sharmila Dissanaike, MD - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX Paula Ferrada, MD -...
48m Mar 07, 2024
48m
Journal Review in Surgical Oncology: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs)
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss “One versus Three Years of Adjuvant Imatinib for Operable Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor: A Randomized Trial,” the randomized trial guiding duration of imatinib treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). Hosts: - Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services Univers...
26m Mar 04, 2024
26m
Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Lateral Abdominal Wall Hernias
Though relatively rare, lateral abdominal wall hernias present a unique challenge to surgeons. Join Drs. Ajita Prabhu, Lucas Beffa, Sara Maskal and Ryan Ellis as they talk through their approach to these difficult cases. Hosts: · Ajita Prabhu, MD, Cleveland Clinic, @aprabhumd1 · Lucas Beffa, MD, Cleveland Clinic, @BeffaLukeMD · Ryan Ellis, MD, Cleveland Clinic, @EllisMD2020 · Sara Maskal, MD, ...
33m Feb 29, 2024
33m
In-Flight Emergencies
Do the words “Is there a doctor on board” fill you with anxiety? For Dr. Thomas Doyle, responding to in flight medical events is just another day at the office. As the medical director for STAT-MD, him and his team provide on the ground consultation for passengers experiencing medical events at 35,000 feet. In this episode we talk about what events are most common, what equipment is on board, w...
33m Feb 26, 2024
33m
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: Anal Dysplasia and Anal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
You have a patient referred to you for a history of anal dysplasia and found to have an anal lesion on colonoscopy. How do you evaluate this? What are the risk factors? How will you perform surveillance afterwards? Does everyone need HRA? Tune in to find out! Join Drs. Peter Marcello, Jonathan Abelson, Tess Aulet and special guest Dr. Lisa Breen as they discuss high yield papers discussing Ana...
35m Feb 22, 2024
35m
Clinical Challenges in Bariatric Surgery: Internal Hernia
You get called to see a consult in the middle of the night. It is a middle-aged woman with a bariatric history, and she says her stomach is smaller but doesn’t know the name of the operation. She developed worsening abdominal pain after dinner and it’s been getting worse. She’s not peritonitic, but she’s clearly in discomfort. Is it cholecystitis, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, marginal ulcer, o...
37m Feb 19, 2024
37m
Clinical Challenges in Cardiac Surgery: Mitral Valve Disease
We know cardiac surgery can seem a bit daunting on the surface. However, most surgeons will come across cardiac surgery patients at some point whether in the OR, ICU, ED, etc. As the FIRST cardiac surgery specialty team for Behind the Knife, we are excited to bring you episodes focused on high-yield topics to help you navigate common cardiac surgery challenges, discuss relevant literature to he...
25m Feb 15, 2024
25m
Behind the Knife Cardiothoracic Oral Board Review - Sample Episode 2 - Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Our Cardiothoracic Oral Board Audio Review includes 43 high-yield scenarios designed for Cardiothoracic Surgeons by Cardiothoracic Surgeons. Scenarios are 5 to 7 minutes long and include a variety of tactics and styles. If you are able to achieve this level of performance in your preparation you are sure to pass the oral exam with flying colors. The second part introduces high-yield commentary...
24m Feb 12, 2024
24m
Behind the Knife Cardiothoracic Oral Board Review - Sample Episode 1 - Hemoptysis and Infectious Lung Disease
Our Cardiothoracic Oral Board Audio Review includes 43 high-yield scenarios designed for Cardiothoracic Surgeons by Cardiothoracic Surgeons. Scenarios are 5 to 7 minutes long and include a variety of tactics and styles. If you are able to achieve this level of performance in your preparation you are sure to pass the oral exam with flying colors. The second part introduces high-yield commentary...
23m Feb 08, 2024
23m
UK-REBOA Trial with Dr. Karim Brohi
REBOA is one spicy meatball!   On this episode, Drs. Nina Clark and Patrick Georgoff discuss the landmark UK-REBOA trial with Dr. Karim Brohi.  This is the first randomized controlled trial studying REBOA and provides invaluable information about its potential indications. Dr. Karim Brohi is a trauma and vascular surgeon at the Royal London Major Trauma Centre and director of the London Major ...
35m Feb 05, 2024
35m
Clinical Challenges in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Bilateral Colorectal Liver Metastasis
Surgical resection of bilateral colorectal liver metastasis (CLM) can pose a significant challenge to even the most experienced HPB surgeon. Is surgical resection justified, if so, in which patients? What’s the best surgical approach for curative intent resection of all lesions, and does ablation play a role? In this episode from the HPB team at Behind the Knife, listen in on the discussion abo...
34m Feb 01, 2024
34m
Journal Review in Surgical Palliative Care: RCTs in Surgical Palliative Care
2023 was an exciting year for Surgical Palliative Care research! Join Drs. Katie O’Connell, Ali Haruta, Lindsay Dickerson, and Virginia Wang from the University of Washington to discuss two seminal randomized controlled trials in the Surgical Palliative Care space. Hosts: ·    Dr. Katie O’Connell (@katmo15) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Washington. She is a trauma s...
23m Jan 29, 2024
23m
Pelvic Exenteration Surgery Series Episode 4: Reconstruction and Recovery
Join Professor Michael Solomon, Dr Kilian Brown and Dr Jacob Waller from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia, for this special four part series on pelvic exenteration surgery for locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer. Learn about these ultra-radical procedures which go beyond the traditional TME planes that we learn during surgical training, and into all compartments of the...
35m Jan 25, 2024
35m
Pelvic Exenteration Surgery Series Episode 3: Posterior and Lateral Compartment Tumours
Join Professor Michael Solomon, Dr Kilian Brown and Dr Jacob Waller from Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia, for this special four part series on pelvic exenteration surgery for locally advanced and recurrent rectal cancer. Learn about these ultra-radical procedures which go beyond the traditional TME planes that we learn during surgical training, and into all compartments of the...
38m Jan 22, 2024
38m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Quick Hits 4
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***Fellowship Application - https://forms.gle/5fbYJ1JXv3ijpgCq9*** Don’t forget to check out our NEW ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Behind the Knife would like to sincerely ...
29m Jan 16, 2024
29m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Quick Hits 3
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***Fellowship Application - https://forms.gle/5fbYJ1JXv3ijpgCq9*** Don’t forget to check out our NEW ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Behind the Knife would like to sincerely ...
17m Jan 15, 2024
17m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Quick Hits 2
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***Fellowship Application - https://forms.gle/5fbYJ1JXv3ijpgCq9*** Don’t forget to check out our NEW ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Behind the Knife would like to sincerely ...
21m Jan 12, 2024
21m
Journal Review in Surgical Education: The Salary of Resident Physicians
As the cost of living continues to rise, the salary and housing stipends of resident physicians are not keeping pace. Dr. Melissa Drezdzon and Dr. Jed Calata from the Medical College of Wisconsin have explored these issues in depth and share their insights. Join hosts Dr. Ananya Anand, Dr. Joe L’Huillier, and Dr. Rebecca Moreci and their special guests as they discuss the salary of resident phy...
46m Jan 11, 2024
46m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Quick Hits 1
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***Fellowship Application - https://forms.gle/5fbYJ1JXv3ijpgCq9*** Don’t forget to check out our NEW ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Behind the Knife would like to sincerely ...
30m Jan 10, 2024
30m