Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Parathyroid
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. 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 thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2024 ABSITE podcast series...
18m Nov 29, 2023
18m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Thyroid
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. 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 thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2024 ABSITE podcast series...
18m Nov 28, 2023
18m
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 - Head and Neck
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2024 – Brand new, up-to-date, high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam. 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 thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2024 ABSITE podcast series...
21m Nov 27, 2023
21m
Clinical Challenges in Endocrine Surgery: Autofluorescence in Endocrine Surgery
Making a discovery that changes how we practice is one of the most exciting things about the fields of medicine and surgery. In this episode, join endocrine surgeons Drs. Barb Miller, John Phay, Priya Dedhia, and Surgical Oncology Fellow Dr. Samantha Ruff from The Ohio State University. Hear Dr. Phay tell the story of how parathyroid autofluorescence was discovered and the work that has gone on...
31m Nov 23, 2023
31m
Journal Review in Vascular Surgery: Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia: BEST-CLI and BASIL-2 Trials
What is the best surgical treatment for a vasculopathy with critical limb threatening ischemia? In this episode of Behind the Knife the vascular surgery subspecialty team discusses two pivotal trials (BEST-CLI and BASIL-2) and how the findings of these trials can help answer this question. In this episode, we will discuss the age old question: open bypass versus best endovascular treatment. Ho...
26m Nov 20, 2023
26m
Clinical Challenges in Minimally Invasive Surgery: MIS in the Pregnant Patient
If you operate for long enough, chances are you will come across the unique, and potentially daunting scenario of operating on a pregnant patient. If, and when, you do, would you know what to do? Join University of Washington and MIS faculty Drs. Andrew Wright, Nicole White, and Nick Cetrulo, and residents Drs. Ben Vierra and Paul Herman as they discuss non-obstetric surgery in the pregnant pat...
40m Nov 16, 2023
40m
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: Artificial Intelligence and Hernia Outcome Prediction
Join the Hernia Team from Carolinas Medical Center as they discuss applications of artificial intelligence in predicting outcomes for patients undergoing abdominal wall reconstruction. Emerging technologies are allowing us to understand hernia patients who are at risk for increased surgical complexity and postoperative complications – find out more in this Journal Review episode. Hosts: Dr. S...
26m Nov 13, 2023
26m
Medical Student Mentorship – Leveraging mentorship into scholarship
We’re all told to find mentors in medical training, but how does this actually work when you’re a new medical student interested in surgery? And how do you leverage those relationships into getting research experience and lines on your CV? Hosts: Nina Clark, MD Jessica Millar, MD Jon Williams, MD Guests: Michael Englesbe, MD, University of Michigan Erika Bisgaard, MD, University of Washington...
31m Nov 09, 2023
31m
Medical Student Mentorship – Who they are, what they do.
We’re all told to find mentors in medical training, but how does this actually work when you’re a new medical student interested in surgery? In this episode, our surgical education fellows and two expert mentors talk through the ins and outs of mentors – who are they, what can they do for you, how do you find one, and what do you do once you have one. Hosts: Nina Clark, MD Jessica Millar, MD J...
34m Nov 06, 2023
34m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Education: Ob/Gyn ResidencyCAS - Creation of a New Independent Residency Application System
Challenges continue to plague the residency application process, with programs receiving increased application volume that makes holistic review difficult, and medical student applicants burdened with application costs and uncertainty about what programs best align with their values. As a specialty, Ob/Gyn is facing these problems head on, and have united within their field to create a new inde...
29m Nov 02, 2023
29m
Journal Review in Trauma Surgery: Direct Peritoneal Resuscitation
Direct Peritoneal Resuscitation!  We’re not just dumping fluids into the open abdomen.  What is DPR?  Why do it?  Who should get it?  Does it work? Come try and stay awake for some basic science talk before then learning all about why you should consider adopting DPR into your Trauma/EGS practice? Join Drs. Cobler-Lichter, Kwon, Meizoso, Urréchaga, and Rattan as they guide you through all this ...
33m Oct 30, 2023
33m
Pelvic Exenteration Surgery Series Episode 2: Anterior compartment tumors
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...
27m Oct 26, 2023
27m
Pelvic Exenteration Surgery Series Episode 1: Principles of Patient Selection and Surgery
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 th...
29m Oct 23, 2023
29m
Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) – Episode 2: The Medical Student and Resident Perspective
This week, we discuss the experiences of residents and medical students in surgery who identify as LGBTQIA+. We discuss the question of disclosure during interviews, how to identify programs that are welcoming to diverse identities, and how AOSA has grown the community of trainees and faculty mentors and hopes to continue to support them in the future. Hosts: Jason Bingham, MD Nina Clark, MD ...
31m Oct 19, 2023
31m
BIG T Trauma Series Ep. 18 – Rib Plating Update
Has the pendulum swung too far?  Is it time to put the drill down??  Or, drill, baby, drill!  While the number of rib plating cases has exploded the data supporting the practice is less-than-stellar.  On this episode of the BIG T Trauma series Drs. Patrick Georgoff, Teddy Puzio, and Jason Brill bring you up to speed on rib plating. If you haven’t already, we recommend you listen to Behind the ...
29m Oct 16, 2023
29m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: Management of Horseshoe Abscess
You have a young patient with a horseshoe abscess. How should you address the abscess initially? What is the best approach to drain it? Now that it is drained, what do I do with all the drains? Tune in to figure out how to best approach the most challenging of perianal abscesses. Join Drs. Peter Marcello, Jonathan Abelson, Tess Aulet and special guest Dr. Julia Saraidaridis as they discuss the...
36m Oct 12, 2023
36m
Journal Review in Bariatric Surgery: Mesenteric Defect Closure and Internal Hernia Evaluation/Management
To close or not to close - that is the question!  Internal hernias following bariatric surgery can be a vexing source of delayed postoperative morbidity.  Join Drs. Matthew Martin, Kunoor Jain-Spangler, Adrian Dan, and Vincent Cheng for this EXCELLENT Journal Review in Bariatric Surgery. Article #1: Stenberg 2023 - Long-term Safety and Efficacy of Closure of Mesenteric Defects in Laparoscopic ...
29m Oct 09, 2023
29m
Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) - Episode 1
This week we sat down with the Association of Out Surgeons & Allies (AOSA) leadership in the first installment of a BTK/AOSA collaboration addressing issues important to LGBTQ+ surgeons, patients, and allies. We are joined by Guest Host Dr. Andrew Schlussel, BTK Members Drs. Nina Clark and Jason Bingham, and AOSA Leaders Drs. Nicole Goulet, Alexis Moren, and Courtney Collins. More information a...
25m Oct 05, 2023
25m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs)
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs)! 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 Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncol...
33m Oct 02, 2023
33m
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: Smoking in Elective Open Ventral Hernia Repair
How do you counsel the patient with a large painful hernia who still smokes a pack of cigarettes every day? Join Drs. Michael Rosen, Clayton Petro, Sara Maskal, and Ryan Ellis as they discuss some of the highlights in the literature on smoking and its impact on postoperative outcomes in elective, clean open ventral hernia repairs. Hosts: - Michael Rosen, Cleveland Clinic - Clayton Petro, Cleve...
27m Sep 28, 2023
27m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Palliative Care: “When the horse is out of the barn: Skills to avoid offering surgical overtreatment at the end of life"
Surgeons are trained to, well…do surgery, but is that always the right treatment for the patient? Not offering surgery can be a challenge, especially when you’re consulted about a sick patient in the middle of the night and the clinical momentum is moving toward the OR. Join Drs. Katie O’Connell, Ali Haruta, Lindsay Dickerson, and Virginia Wang from the University of Washington as we discuss ho...
22m Sep 25, 2023
22m
Clinical Challenges in Burn Surgery: Electrical Burns - Part 2 of 2
While on your burn rotation, the emergency department calls due to a patient who may have been injured at his job site, coming in contact with a high-voltage line. Join Drs. Tam Pham, Clifford Sheckter, Alex Morzycki and Jamie Oh as they discuss the work-up, management, resuscitation, and subsequent complications and reconstruction for electrical injuries. Hosts: - Dr. Tam Pham: UW Medicine Re...
26m Sep 21, 2023
26m
Clinical Challenges in Burn Surgery: Electrical Burns - Part 1 of 2
While on your burn rotation, the emergency department calls due to a patient who may have been injured at his job site, coming in contact with a high-voltage line. Join Drs. Tam Pham, Clifford Sheckter, Alex Morzycki and Jamie Oh as they discuss the work-up, management, resuscitation, and subsequent complications and reconstruction for electrical injuries. Hosts: - Dr. Tam Pham: UW Medicine Reg...
20m Sep 18, 2023
20m
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Education: Thriving as a Surgical Intern
Surgical residency is hard. In some ways, intern year may be the hardest. We’ve been there. We’re a group of surgical residents formally known as the Collaboration of Surgical Education Fellows (CoSEF), a multi-institutional organization of surgical education research fellows working together to foster peer mentorship, networking, and scholarly collaboration. We’ve collectively reflected on our...
30m Sep 14, 2023
30m
Journal Review in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Advances in Liver Venous Deprivation and Hypertrophy
For patients with insufficient future liver remnant (FLR) volume, adequate hypertrophy after Portal Venous Embolization (PVE) is associated with reduced likelihood of post-operative hepatic insufficiency. But what happens when PVE isn’t enough to obtain adequate volume prior to surgery? In this episode from the HPB team at Behind the Knife, listen in on the discussion about advances in venous d...
33m Sep 11, 2023
33m
BTK Surgical Oncology Oral Board Review - Sample Episode 2 - Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
Our Surgical Oncology Oral Board Audio Review includes 46 high-yield scenarios that cover all of the SCORE CGSO topics designed for Surgical Oncology Surgeons by Surgical Oncology 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....
29m Sep 07, 2023
29m
BTK Surgical Oncology Oral Board Review - Sample Episode 1 - Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Our Surgical Oncology Oral Board Audio Review includes 46 high-yield scenarios that cover all of the SCORE CGSO topics designed for Surgical Oncology Surgeons by Surgical Oncology 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....
16m Sep 04, 2023
16m
Clinical Challenges in Cardiac Surgery: Common Post-Op Cardiac Surgery Problems
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...
33m Aug 31, 2023
33m
Continuing Medical Education (CME) - What? When? How?
CME - What is it? Why do I need it? How do I get it?  How much do I need?  How do I keep track of credits? Listen to BTK's Dr. Kevin Kniery's interview with the CEO of ACCME, Dr. Graham McMahon, to learn about the nuts and bolts of CME as well as recent changes to the program. Helpful Links: Behind the Knife's FREE CME: https://behindtheknife.org/cme/ CME Passport: CMEpassport.org (http://cme...
30m Aug 28, 2023
30m
Innovations in Surgery: PEG Tube
In the fifth episode of the “Innovation in Surgery” series, Dan Scheese sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Ponsky to discuss his innovation, the PEG tube. Dr. Ponsky shares many stories about his work with endoscopy in the late 1970s and how the idea for the PEG tube originated. “The Development of PEG: How it was” https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3136860/ “Following the light: A history o...
34m Aug 24, 2023
34m
Clinical Challenges in Colorectal Surgery: Let’s Talk Ostomies!
Have you ever struggled choosing which type of stoma to mature in an anatomically or medically challenging patient? What about wrestled with the associated postoperative complications? Join Drs. Galandiuk, Bolshinsky, Kavalukas, and Simon as they discuss ostomy creation and management of stoma complications. Hosts: - Susan Galandiuk MD, University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, @DCREdInC...
32m Aug 21, 2023
32m
Clinical Challenges in Thoracic Surgery: Complex Pleural Effusions & Empyema - Part 2 of 2
In this two-part episode our team debates management of complex pleural effusions and empyema. Our surgical team is joined by Dr. Jed Gorden, an interventional pulmonologist, as we explore the nuances of deciding on fibrinolytic therapy (part 1) versus surgical management (part 2). Part 1: https://behindtheknife.org/podcast/clinical-challenges-in-thoracic-surgery-complex-pleural-effusions-empy...
23m Aug 17, 2023
23m
Clinical Challenges in Thoracic Surgery: Complex Pleural Effusions & Empyema - Part 1 of 2
In this two-part episode our team debates management of complex pleural effusions and empyema. Our surgical team is joined by Dr. Jed Gorden, an interventional pulmonologist, as we explore the nuances of deciding on fibrinolytic therapy (part 1) versus surgical management (part 2). Learning Objectives: -Discuss the pros and cons of small bore versus large bore chest tubes for complex pleural ...
28m Aug 14, 2023
28m
Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs)- They’re Here, Now What
Entrustable Professional Activities, or EPAs, is a term you may have heard…or maybe not.  EPAs represent a tectonic shift in surgical training and how residents will be evaluated. So, what are EPAs?  How will they affect you?  And what do you need to know? We sat down with Dr. George Sarosi, previous member of the ABS EPA Advisory Council and current General Surgery Residency Program Director a...
50m Aug 10, 2023
50m
Journal Review in Emergency General Surgery: Clostridium Difficile Infection
An ever-present spectre looming over the hearts of general surgeons everywhere! Please join our Emergency General Surgery team for a journal review about Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection. Dr. Ashlie Nadler and Dr. Jordan Nantais are joined by guest Dr. Marika Sevigny, recent graduate of trauma and acute care surgery at the University of Toronto, as Dr. Graham Skelhorne-Gross prepares f...
23m Aug 07, 2023
23m
Dominate the Match – Episode 5: "Meet the Match-2024”
It’s that time of year (again!)- when medical students across the country are preparing their residency applications. The process can be a bit daunting, and there have been a number of changes to process for the 2024 application cycle. Join our education fellow, Dr. Jessica Millar, and Dr. David Hughes as they review the “nuts and bolts” of this year’s residency application cycle. Guests: Davi...
28m Aug 03, 2023
28m
BTK Throw Down: Trauma Vascular Access
The first BTK THROW DOWN!  A spicy debate…a war of words…a battle of ideas!  This fiery episode features leaders in the field of trauma surgery discussing the optimal approach to vascular access in trauma patients.  A recent study titled “Moving the Needle on Time to Resuscitation: An EAST Prospective multicenter study of vascular access in hypotensive injured patients using trauma video review...
59m Jul 31, 2023
59m
Journal Review in Endocrine Surgery: AAES Guidelines for the Definitive Surgical Management of Secondary and Tertiary Renal Hyperparathyroidism - Part 2 of 2
In this two-part series, we come to you LIVE! from the 2023 Annual meeting of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons in Birmingham, Alabama. If you think evaluating and managing patients with primary hyperparathyroidism is difficult, patients with secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism can be even more difficult to evaluate and manage. Join Drs. Barb Miller, Sophie Dream, Jessica Li...
42m Jul 27, 2023
42m
Journal Review in Endocrine Surgery: AAES Guidelines for the Definitive Surgical Management of Secondary and Tertiary Renal Hyperparathyroidism - Part 1 of 2
In this two-part series, we come to you LIVE! from the 2023 Annual meeting of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons in Birmingham, Alabama. If you think evaluating and managing patients with primary hyperparathyroidism is difficult, patients with secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism can be even more difficult to evaluate and manage. Join Drs. Barb Miller, Sophie Dream, Jessica Li...
33m Jul 24, 2023
33m
Clinical Challenges in Trauma Surgery: Approach to Stab Wounds of the Torso
The anterior abdominal stab wound! Who gets explored? When do you get imaging? Who gets serial abdominal exams? How does this change depending on the location of injury? Join Drs. Cobler-Lichter, Kwon, Meizoso, and Urréchaga in their first episode as the new Miami Trauma team  - as they discuss how to navigate the nuances of stab wounds to the torso! Hosts: - Michael Cobler-Lichter, MD, PGY2: ...
32m Jul 20, 2023
32m
Innovations in Surgery: LifeFlow
In the fourth episode of the “Innovation in Surgery” series, Drs. Patrick Georgoff and Dan Scheese sit down with Dr. Mark Piehl to discuss his innovation, LifeFlow. Additionally, Dr. Piehl covers multiple other topics in this episode, including circulation-first resuscitation and the process of innovation from the physician’s perspective. 410 Medical Website: https://410medical.com (https://ur...
41m Jul 17, 2023
41m
Clinical Challenges in Vascular Surgery: Aortic Graft Infections
In this episode of Behind the Knife the vascular surgery subspecialty team discusses a case of an infected endovascular aortic graft. Although rare, aortic graft infections remain a devastating complication.  What options do you have to fix this problem? In this episode, we will cover the who is at risk of this, how they present, and what options you have to fix it. Hosts: Dr. Bobby Beaulieu is...
28m Jul 13, 2023
28m
Journal Review in Minimally Invasive Surgery: Robotic Emergency General Surgery
Have you transitioned a portion of your practice to the robot, but would be hesitant to book an urgent/call case on the robot? Have you wondered if the robot might be useful in your emergency or acute care surgery practice? Join University of Washington MIS Surgeons, Drs. Andrew Wright, Nicole White, and Nick Cetrulo, and Resident Drs. Ben Vierra and Paul Herman as they discuss the growing use ...
36m Jul 10, 2023
36m
Intern Bootcamp - Dominate Intern Year
Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. In this last episode of the intern bootcamp mini-series, we’ll talk about tips & tricks as well as good habits to establish in order to dominate intern year. Hosts: Shanaz Hossain, Nina Clark Tips for New Interns: GENERAL TIPS FOR SUCC...
13m Jul 07, 2023
13m
Intern Bootcamp - Scary Pages
Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. Today, we’re hitting the wards and tackling some of the scary clinical scenarios you will see as an intern. Hosts: Shanaz Hossain, Nina Clark Tips for new interns: THINGS TO REMEMBER ·       BREATHE. In most cases, you have a little bit...
23m Jul 06, 2023
23m
Intern Bootcamp - Consults
Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. This episode, we’ll talk about how to give and receive consults in the hospital like a pro. We’ll also provide some tips on how to make those long call days a little more manageable. Hosts: Shanaz Hossain, Nina Clark Tips for New Intern...
15m Jul 05, 2023
15m
Intern Bootcamp - Medical Students
Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. You’ve been a doctor for about 3.5 seconds, and suddenly that bright eyed, bushy-tailed medical student on service is looking to you for advice? Don’t fret, in this episode we’ll give you some tips for how to handle it. Hosts: Shanaz Hos...
17m Jul 04, 2023
17m
Intern Bootcamp - Resource Overload
SHOW NOTES Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. This episode, we’ll tackle the resources that you should know about to support your own learning throughout residency. Hosts: Shanaz Hossain, Nina Clark Tips for new interns: STRUCTURE YOUR STUDYING - 2 things you need to do...
18m Jul 03, 2023
18m
Intern Bootcamp - The First Day
Buckle up, PGY-1’s! Intern year is starting whether you’re ready or not. Don’t fret, BTK has your back to make sure you dominate the first year of residency. First up, the first day of intern year. Hosts: Shanaz Hossain, Nina Clark Tips for new interns: BRING WHAT YOU NEED Name badge Scrubs, white coat, and extra clinic clothes Comfortable shoes - even on clinic days Pager Phone Pen Bonus s...
16m Jun 30, 2023
16m
Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Loss of Domain
In their BTK debut, the Hernia team from Carolinas Medical Center discusses how to approach a hernia patient with loss of domain. This Clinical Challenges episode reviews strategies that optimize patients and provide them with the best chance of fascial closure. So, tune in, and enjoy a data driven conversation with our newest hernia enthusiasts! Hosts: - Sullivan "Sully" Ayuso, MD - PGY4 Gene...
39m Jun 29, 2023
39m