Journal Review in Burn Surgery: Global Engagement and Sustainable Participation
In our recent episode on global burn surgery with Dr. Barclay Stewart and Dr. Manish Yadav, we discussed several cases at Kirtipur Hospital in Nepal to illustrate the global burden of burns and similarities and differences in treating burns at Harborview Medical Center, a level 1 trauma and ABA verified burn center in Seattle, WA and Kirtipur Hospital (Nepal Cleft and Burn Center) in Kathmandu,...
32m May 05, 2025
32m
USA vs. UK: ASGBI Ep. 4 - Conferences
Surgical conferences are a forum of the profession–where we all gather to socialize, share clinical experiences, promote academic work, and learn from each other. But what goes into putting these conferences together? In this next installment of the BTK/ASGBI collaborative series, Jon Williams and ASGBI co-hosts Kellie Bateman and Jared Wohlgemut welcome Mr. Dimitrios Damaskos from Edinburgh an...
44m May 01, 2025
44m
JUST FOR APPs: Dominate Surgery - Fellowship
Hey APPs - Are you ready to DOMINATE surgery?  Well let's go!  Perform at the highest level on day one of your rotation using our easy to navigate text, tables, flashcards, podcasts, and videos.  Go beyond rote memorization and learn what really matters.  We are talking practical, high-yield, and engaging content all available at your fingertips.  Get the information you need to know FAST.  Whe...
29m Apr 30, 2025
29m
JUST FOR APPs: Dominate Surgery - First Assist
Hey APPs - Are you ready to DOMINATE surgery?  Well let's go!  Perform at the highest level on day one of your rotation using our easy to navigate text, tables, flashcards, podcasts, and videos.  Go beyond rote memorization and learn what really matters.  We are talking practical, high-yield, and engaging content all available at your fingertips.  Get the information you need to know FAST.  Whe...
20m Apr 29, 2025
20m
JUST FOR APPs: Dominate Surgery - Tips and Tricks
Hey APPs - Are you ready to DOMINATE surgery?  Well let's go!  Perform at the highest level on day one of your rotation using our easy to navigate text, tables, flashcards, podcasts, and videos.  Go beyond rote memorization and learn what really matters.  We are talking practical, high-yield, and engaging content all available at your fingertips.  Get the information you need to know FAST.  Whe...
30m Apr 28, 2025
30m
Surgical Endoscopy Series Ep. 2: Endobariatrics
In this episode, the Surgical Endoscopy team, accompanied by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brian Dunkin of Boston Scientific, review primary and revisional endoscopic treatment options for bariatric patients. They focus on the emerging data available for procedures such as endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) and endoscopic gastrojejunal revision (EGJR) and offer technical tips on how to perform th...
48m Apr 24, 2025
48m
Journal Review in Surgical Education: Away Rotations & Sub-Internships
Thinking about doing an away rotation? In this episode of Behind the Knife, we break down everything you need to know about away rotations and sub-internships. From how to apply and what to expect to making a great impression and building connections, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we discuss whether you should even do an away rotation at all and how to decide if it's the right move for your appl...
31m Apr 21, 2025
31m
Journal Review in Thoracic Surgery: The ESOPEC Trial
Listen as we discuss the highly-awaited ESOPEC trial, which examines treatment regimens for esophageal and EGJ adenocarcinoma. Wildly impress your thoracic attendings or peers with your nuanced knowledge! FLOT who? You’ll know. Pull out the paper and listen along! Learning Objectives: -Discuss the patient population in the ESOPEC trial -Discuss the main differences between the ESOPEC trial and...
25m Apr 17, 2025
25m
Journal Review in Surgical Education: Blue Ribbon Committee II
In 2002 a group of surgeons got together and radically changed surgical training forever. They just got together again... They call themselves the Blue Ribbon Committee. When they met in 2002 they addressed critical issues such as residency structure, specialization, work-life balance, and simulation-based training. Now, with rapid advancements in medicine and education, BRC II has revisited th...
33m Apr 14, 2025
33m
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: Bowel Endometriosis
Join Drs. Galandiuk, Bolshinsky, Kavalukas, and Simon, with guest Dr. Farr Nezhat, as they discuss management, surgical treatment, and outcomes of bowel endometriosis.  Come with us as we learn from expert Dr. Nezhat’s experience and discuss the importance of interdisciplinary approach to bowel endometriosis. Hosts: - Susan Galandiuk, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, @DCREdInChief - V...
48m Apr 10, 2025
48m
BIG T Trauma Ep. 23: Trauma Pitfalls #4
BIG T TRAUMA is back with more TRAUMA PITFALLS!  Join Drs. Teddy Puzio (University of Texas in Houston), Jason Brill (Tripler Army Medical Center), Patrick Georgoff (Duke University, @georgoff) and special guest Dr. Tyler Simpson (Trauma Fellow at Duke University) for a fast-moving, no-nonsense discussion on the many pitfalls you are bound to encounter in the high-stakes world of trauma surgery...
34m Apr 07, 2025
34m
BIG T Trauma Ep. 22: Trauma Pitfalls #3
BIG T TRAUMA is back with more TRAUMA PITFALLS!  Join Drs. Teddy Puzio (University of Texas in Houston), Jason Brill (Tripler Army Medical Center), Patrick Georgoff (Duke University, @georgoff) and special guest Dr. Jared Ourieff (Trauma Fellow at University of Texas in Houston) for a fast-moving, no-nonsense discussion on the many pitfalls you are bound to encounter in the high-stakes world of...
31m Apr 03, 2025
31m
Behind the Knife Rural Surgery Series: Ep. 3 - Rural Surgery Practice 2
In the third episode of our rural surgery series, Dr. Cody Mullens meets with Dr. Randy Lehman, a rural general surgeon from Rensselaer, Indiana to discuss rural practice, lifestyle, resources, and tips & tricks for general surgery residents interested in pursuing rural practice. The Rural American Surgeon Podcast and Contact:  https://www.theruralamericansurgeon.com/ The North American Rural...
52m Mar 31, 2025
52m
Behind the Knife Rural Surgery Series: Ep. 2 - Rural Surgery Training
In the second episode of our rural surgery series, Dr. Cody Mullens sits down with Dr. Brad Muncy, a 2nd year general surgery resident at Marshall University Rural General Surgery Residency Program and Dr. Jodi Cisco-Goff, an Associate Program Director at Marshall University Rural General Surgery Residency Program to discuss educating and training rural surgeons at Marshall University, the firs...
28m Mar 27, 2025
28m
Behind the Knife Rural Surgery Series: Ep. 1 - Rural Surgery Practice 1
Introducing a new series on rural surgery - In this episode, BTK fellow Dr. Cody Mullens sits down with Dr. Bret Autrey, a general surgery attending at Ludington Hospital in Ludington, MI.  Dr. Autrey is a career rural surgeon who discusses, in detail, rural surgery practice, how it's evolved, and both the upside and challenges of practicing rural general surgery. ***Fellowship Application Lin...
34m Mar 24, 2025
34m
Nutrition Tips for Busy Medical Professionals with Julia Zumpano, RD
Join BTK hosts Dr. Scott Steele and Dr. John McClellan and our guest Julia Zumpano, RD. She is a registered dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Human Nutrition, and her expert insight helped inform the guidelines for two programs featured in the hospital’s new wellness and diet coaching app, the Cleveland Clinic Diet app. Both programs aim to educate and empower users in making healt...
36m Mar 20, 2025
36m
Dr. Christian Jones Memorial Episode with Mock Oral Board Cases
Dr. Christian Jones was a trauma and acute care surgeon, and an early innovator in surgical education. Dr. Jones generously participated and promoted Behind The Knife in its early years. He passed away in late 2024, and we spend the first 15 minutes of this episode reflecting on the person he was and the impact he made in surgery. Here is a link to his obituary https://www.peacefulalternatives...
1hr 5m Mar 17, 2025
1hr 5m
BIG T Trauma Series Ep. 21: All Things TXA
Join Patrick Georgoff as he welcomes Dr. Gene Moore and Dr. Ian Roberts, two giants in trauma surgery and epidemiology, to discuss tranexamic acid (TXA) in trauma care. Dr. Moore, a legendary trauma surgeon and researcher, and Dr. Roberts, the architect of the CRASH trials, break down the science, controversies, and practical applications of TXA. They explore who should get TXA, when it should ...
49m Mar 13, 2025
49m
Disability Insurance of Surgeons Part 2 - What is GSI or Guaranteed Standard Issue Insurance? Pearls and Pitfalls to owning a GSI Plan
In this second part of a two-part series on disability insurance, Kevin and Larry delve into the specifics of Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI) disability insurance. They discuss what GSI is, why it's crucial for residents and fellows, and how to avoid common pitfalls that could jeopardize eligibility.
40m Mar 11, 2025
40m
Disability Insurance for Surgeons Part 1 - What You Need to Know
In this first part of a two-part series, Dr. Kevin Kniery interviews Insurance Agent and Certified Financial Planner professional Larry Keller about the fundamentals of disability insurance for physicians, particularly surgeons. They discuss the importance of individual disability policies, key differences between policies, and how to choose the right agent. ***Fellowship Application Form: htt...
46m Mar 10, 2025
46m
Journal Review in Vascular Surgery: Burnout in Vascular Surgery Trainees
The Vascular Surgery Subspecialty Team dives into the pressing issue of burnout among vascular surgery trainees. Unveiling surprising statistics and expert insights, they explore the alarming prevalence of burnout, its causes like work-home conflict and physical discomfort, and the protective role of mentorship and a supportive learning environment. With research-backed discussions, they naviga...
30m Mar 06, 2025
30m
Journal Review in Trauma Surgery: Whole Blood Resuscitation in Trauma
Do you find yourself saying: “Hey, what’s the big idea with that newfangled whole blood in the refrigerator next to the trauma bay?”  Like using whole blood but not sure why?  Don’t like using whole blood but not sure why? Join us for a 30 minute power session in whole blood where we try to get you the information you need to know! Hosts: - Michael Cobler-Lichter, MD, PGY4/R2: University of Mi...
29m Mar 03, 2025
29m
How Do You Maintain Relationships as a Surgeon? A BTK Roundtable
Join the BTK crew as they discuss how surgeons maintain relationships despite the demanding nature of their profession. The speakers are surgeons at different career stages (residents, fellows, attendings) and they share tips and tricks for maintaining relationships with significant others, children, parents, and friends. ***Scroll to the bottom and download our Coloring and Activity book for ...
36m Feb 27, 2025
36m
Journal Review in Bariatric Surgery: Pediatric Bariatric Surgery
Join the Behind the Knife Bariatric Surgery Team as they kick off 2025 with a crucial discussion on pediatric and adolescent bariatric surgery. Drs. Matt Martin, Adrian Dan and Katherine Cironi delve into the latest ASMBS guidelines, comparing long-term outcomes of gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy in adolescents versus adults. They explore key comorbidities, including type 2 diabetes, hype...
35m Feb 24, 2025
35m
Generational Dynamics in Surgical Education
You're a new attending leading a busy surgical service. You’re tasked with teaching a team that includes every learner from medical students to junior and senior residents—all from different generations. How do you adapt your teaching style to effectively reach everyone? Dr. Abbey Fingeret, Endocrine Surgeon at University of Nebraska and passionate Surgical Educator, joins our host, Dr. Elizabe...
37m Feb 20, 2025
37m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Small Bowel
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of neuroendocrine tumors of the small bowel. Learning Objectives: In this episode, we review the basics of neuroendocrine (NE) tumors of the small bowel, including how to evaluate patients with presenting symptoms consistent with NE tumors, initial work-up, staging, and management.  We disc...
41m Feb 17, 2025
41m
A Digital Education Manifesto: How You Can Make Great Content
Join Patrick Georgoff to learn more about how YOU can make amazing digital education content. At Behind the Knife we are often asked how to create digital education content. Thanks to the democratization of technology and rise of the creator economy, all of the tools are at your fingertips. Would you like to enhance your next lecture, grant application, manuscript submission, or patient educati...
20m Feb 13, 2025
20m
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: Sugarbaker versus Keyhole for Retromuscular Parastomal Hernia Repair
Join Drs. Michael Rosen, Clayton Petro, and Sara Maskal as they review their recently published randomized controlled trial comparing open retromuscular Sugarbaker and Keyhole approaches to parastomal hernia repair Hosts: - Sara Maskal, MD, Cleveland Clinic - Clayton Petro, MD, Cleveland Clinic - Michael Rosen, MD, Cleveland Clinic Learning Objectives: - Understand the trial design - Review t...
36m Feb 10, 2025
36m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: Parastomal Hernias
You are planning to perform an APR on a patient with rectal cancer. How will you create your permanent stoma? Is there a role for prophylactic mesh? Post operatively at one year surveillance they have developed a parastomal hernia, when do you fix it and how? Join Drs. Abelson, Marcello and Aulet and special guest Dr. Paul Sturrock as they discuss key management considerations. Learning Object...
34m Feb 06, 2025
34m
BIG T Trauma Series Ep. 20: Defining the Value of an Acute Care Surgeon
In this episode, Drs. Patrick Georgoff, Teddy Puzio, and Jason Brill are joined by special guest Dr. Pat Murphy, who helps us delve into the evolving field of acute care surgery (ACS), exploring its history, challenges, and the nuances of defining full-time employment in this demanding specialty. The discussion highlights the origins of ACS as a response to unmet emergency surgical needs and it...
48m Feb 03, 2025
48m
Surgical Endoscopy Series Ep. 1: An Introduction to Surgical Endoscopy
In their BTK debut, the Surgical Endoscopy team from Endeavor Health (formerly Northshore University Health System) discusses why it is important for surgeons to acquire basic and advanced endoscopic skills. There are an increasing number of ways to endoscopically intervene and solve problems that were traditionally relegated to open and minimally invasive surgery. The Surg Endo team presents a...
41m Jan 30, 2025
41m
Artificial Intelligence for the Clinician Ep. 1: AI Primer
In this episode, Behind the Knife fellow Ayman Ali, and Dr. Patrick Georgoff introduce a new series on Behind the Knife – Artificial Intelligence for the Clinician. Over the course of a few episodes, we aim to go over all things AI, with a particular focus on how you can use AI today to enhance your quality of life as a clinician, with just enough detail to understand key concepts. This first ...
1hr 2m Jan 27, 2025
1hr 2m
USA vs. UK: ASGBI Ep. 3 - Who Does Research Better?
Research is so critical to the field of surgery worldwide. But how does the world of academic surgery compare in the UK? Join BTK fellow Jon Williams and ASGBI partner Jared Wohlgemut  for another installment of our BTK/ASGBI collaborative series where we take a deep dive investigating the many facets of surgical research–everything from getting started, funding, collaboration, mentorship, and ...
37m Jan 23, 2025
37m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Palliative Care: Goals-of-Care Conversations
Join University of Washington’s surgical palliative care team for another engaging role play episode, where we tackle the challenging goals-of-care conversation. Using the VitalTalk REMAP framework, we explore effective communication strategies, highlight common pitfalls, and simulate two real-world scenarios: an on-call surgeon discussing goals of care with a complex patient facing an emergent...
34m Jan 20, 2025
34m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Quick Hits 4
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***SPECIALTY TEAM APPLICATION LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX2a_zsiyaz-NwxKuUUa5cUFolWhOw3945ZRFoRcJR1wjZ4w/viewform?usp=sharing Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLD...
29m Jan 19, 2025
29m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Quick Hits 3
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***SPECIALTY TEAM APPLICATION LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX2a_zsiyaz-NwxKuUUa5cUFolWhOw3945ZRFoRcJR1wjZ4w/viewform?usp=sharing Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLD...
17m Jan 18, 2025
17m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Quick Hits 2
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***SPECIALTY TEAM APPLICATION LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX2a_zsiyaz-NwxKuUUa5cUFolWhOw3945ZRFoRcJR1wjZ4w/viewform?usp=sharing Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLD...
21m Jan 17, 2025
21m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Quick Hits 1
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. ***SPECIALTY TEAM APPLICATION LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdX2a_zsiyaz-NwxKuUUa5cUFolWhOw3945ZRFoRcJR1wjZ4w/viewform?usp=sharing Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLD...
31m Jan 16, 2025
31m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
17m Jan 15, 2025
17m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Urology
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
26m Jan 14, 2025
26m
Journal Review in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Treatment Sequencing for Synchronous Liver Metastasis from Rectal Cancer
Among patients with colorectal cancer and synchronous liver metastases, the subgroup with a primary cancer in the rectum is especially challenging. Compared with colon cancer, most patients with stage IV rectal cancer will have locally advanced primary tumors at increased risk for obstructive and/or post-operative complications resulting in delays in systemic therapy. In this episode from the H...
24m Jan 13, 2025
24m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Pediatric Surgery
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
1hr 10m Jan 10, 2025
1hr 10m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Minimally Invasive Surgery and Endoscopy
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
17m Jan 09, 2025
17m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Hernias
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
45m Jan 08, 2025
45m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Fluids and Electrolytes
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
18m Jan 07, 2025
18m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: Management of Enterocutaneous Fistulas
 Join Drs. Galandiuk, Bolshinsky, Kavalukas, and Simon as they discuss non-operative and operative management of enterocutaneous fistula.  Come with us as we navigate through tips and tricks for preventing and managing enterocutaneous fistulas! Hosts: - Susan Galandiuk, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @DCREdInChief - Vladimir Bolshinsky, Peninsula Health, Victoria, Australia, @...
39m Jan 06, 2025
39m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Skin & Soft Tissue
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
19m Jan 03, 2025
19m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Burns
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
19m Jan 02, 2025
19m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Critical Care
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
39m Jan 01, 2025
39m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Trauma - Part 2
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high y...
54m Dec 31, 2024
54m