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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 yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and ...
In this episode, Dr. Atul Gawande joins Dr. Patrick Georgoff to share his experiences as a surgeon, writer, and global health leader. From his innovative work at Ariadne Labs and Lifebox to his current role as Assistant Administrator for Global Health at USAID, Dr. Gawande discusses the challenges and rewards of creating large-scale impact. He reflects on balancing creativity in writing with precision in surgery, lessons learned from managing teams, and the critical importance of strengthening g...
A 67 year old woman with a history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and a 25 pack year smoking history is referred your clinic and is referred for evaluation of her peripheral arterial disease. She reports pain with walking that has limited her doing some daily activities. How can you optimally manage this patient? Does she need an operation? In this episode, we will cover the basics of peripheral arterial disease, discuss the specifics of optimal medical management and dive into the n...
In this BTK episode, the Hernia Content Team from Carolinas Medical Center discusses the evolution of training in hernia surgery. The team reviews residency and fellowship training requirements for hernia surgery and compares the training paradigm in the United States with other examples from around the world. As the field of hernia surgery continues to mature, so will training the next generation of hernia specialists. Hosts: - Dr. Sullivan “Sully” Ayuso, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Endeavor He...
The pancreatic anastomosis is often regarded as the “Achilles Heel” of the Whipple operation, as technical failure and leakage is a significant source of perioperative morbidity and mortality. In this episode from the HPB team at Behind the Knife listen in as we discuss the standard techniques for the anastomosis, alternative techniques for the pancreatic anastomosis in patients with aberrant anatomy and/or physiology, key factors to consider when selecting the ideal approach/technique for the a...
We’re excited to bring you the second episode in our BTK/ASGBI collaborative series, where we compare and contrast various aspects of surgery in the US and the UK, debating who does it better. In today’s episode, BTK fellow Jon Williams and ASGBI hosts Kellie Bateman and Jared Wohlgemut welcome the Christian Macutkiewicz from the UK and Scott Steele to discuss surgeon careers--from getting your first faculty job to broadening your impact to compensation structures. Dr. Macutkiewicz is the Presid...
This episode of Behind the Knife discusses the diagnosis and management of traumatic esophageal injuries. The hosts review the Western Trauma Association's clinical decision algorithm, covering both penetrating and blunt injuries. They detail diagnostic workup with CTA, surgical techniques for cervical and thoracic injuries, and considerations for primary repair versus esophagostomy, as well as expert advice for optimal patient care.
You have a patient with another episode of acute uncomplicated diverticulitis. This is the third episode. Do they need antibiotics? Is surgery the next step? What is their risk of recurrence with or without surgery? Tune in to find out! Join Drs. Peter Marcello, Jonathan Abelson, Tess Aulet and special guest Dr. Jason Hall MD, MPH as they discuss high yield papers discussing diverticulitis. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the impact on quality of life for patients who undergo surgery or non-ope...
We are seeing a 42F in the emergency room who underwent a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy 11 days ago. The operation was uneventful, and she had a negative airleak test. She had an uneventful postoperative course and was discharged on POD 1. Her medical history is significant for hypertension and hyperlipidemia, and he has no other surgical history. She has been able to keep up with her clear liquid diet. She complains that this morning she experienced abdominal and palpitations. You note her vi...
In this episode, we have a discussion about the intersection of health design/architecture and surgery with Dr. Andrew Ibrahim, a trained architect and practicing general surgeon and health services researcher. We discuss how hospitals, ICUs, operating rooms, and trauma bays are designed and the evidence behind them. Host: Cody Mullens, general surgery resident at the University of Michigan, current Behind the Knife Surgery Education Fellow. (@Cody_Mullens) Guest: Dr. Andrew Ibrahim. Associate P...
In this episode, Dr. Scott Butsch from the Cleveland Clinic’s Bariatric and Metabolic Institute discusses the evolving landscape of obesity medicine. He covers the history of obesity treatments, from behavioral interventions to groundbreaking medical therapies like GLP-1 receptor agonists and their future potential. The conversation also explores the challenges of bias, accessibility, and the integration of medications with surgical options for effective, long-term obesity management. Please vis...
In this, the fourth of 4 in our “What’s Your Worth” series, Matt and Mark discuss various compensation models including salary and hybrid models (e.g., productivity, quality-based, incentive-based) and fee-for-service. In addition, other variables that can be included in your contract when comparing jobs are covered (time away, professional fees, benefits, vacation). Finally, our guests cover aspects to think about when the job is not working out and you may need to leave an organization. Matthe...
Behind the Knife es el podcast quirúrgico líder en el mundo y una plataforma de educación quirúrgica. Nuestra misión es crear contenido innovador de educación quirúrgica que sea accesible para todos. Estamos muy emocionados de expandirnos al público hispanohablante y ofrecerles 4 episodios de muestra de nuestro Curso de Repaso para el examen de certificación de Cirugía General. Hoy, escucharás un caso de muestra de este curso de repaso en audio, que incluye 100 escenarios. El curso tiene un form...
In the third episode in our 4 part “What’s Your Worth” series, Lauren covers the hospital-side of finances, going through the world of financial literacy. In this episode, basic definitions and importance of income statements, metrics of financial performance, and others including revenue and expenses are reviewed. She also provides an inside view as to considerations that hospitals have to take into account for the overall financial portfolio and how that may play into determining salaries, wag...
Behind the Knife es el podcast quirúrgico líder en el mundo y una plataforma de educación quirúrgica. Nuestra misión es crear contenido innovador de educación quirúrgica que sea accesible para todos. Estamos muy emocionados de expandirnos al público hispanohablante y ofrecerles 4 episodios de muestra de nuestro Curso de Repaso para el examen de certificación de Cirugía General. Hoy, escucharás un caso de muestra de este curso de repaso en audio, que incluye 100 escenarios. El curso tiene un form...
Behind the Knife es el podcast quirúrgico líder en el mundo y una plataforma de educación quirúrgica. Nuestra misión es crear contenido innovador de educación quirúrgica que sea accesible para todos. Estamos muy emocionados de expandirnos al público hispanohablante y ofrecerles 4 episodios de muestra de nuestro Curso de Repaso para el examen de certificación de Cirugía General. Hoy, escucharás un caso de muestra de este curso de repaso en audio, que incluye 100 escenarios. El curso tiene un form...
This second episode of our 4 part "What’s Your Worth” series picks up what Dr. Maykel left off. Strategies regarding contracts and what can be negotiated into your contract are reviewed. In addition, gender-equity differences are discussed, as well as strategies to approach your contract negotiations depending on the stage in your career. Justin A. Maykel, MD - Chief, Division of Colorectal Surgery, UMASS Medical Center, Worcester, MA. https://www.ummhealth.org/about-us/our-caregivers/caregiver-...
Behind the Knife es el podcast quirúrgico líder en el mundo y una plataforma de educación quirúrgica. Nuestra misión es crear contenido innovador de educación quirúrgica que sea accesible para todos. Estamos muy emocionados de expandirnos al público hispanohablante y ofrecerles 4 episodios de muestra de nuestro Curso de Repaso para el examen de certificación de Cirugía General. Hoy, escucharás un caso de muestra de este curso de repaso en audio, que incluye 100 escenarios. El curso tiene un form...
Our first episode in our 4 part "What’s Your Worth” series introduces some of the basics of identifying all that factors that go into determining your worth as a surgeon. Topics vary from your “value" (ie., contribution margin, profit margin), revenue structure, hospital costs, and value based case. Further, Dr. Maykel covers how physician salaries are determined, average salaries across a spectrum of disciplines, and resources to find out more. Justin A. Maykel, MD - Chief, Division of Colorect...
In this episode, we review key components of the landmark MAGIC and FLOT-4 trials that investigated perioperative chemotherapy in the treatment of locally advanced gastric cancer. We discuss limitations of both trials and the evolving clinical landscape of gastric cancer treatment. Hosts : - Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Brooke Army Medical Center. - Da...
Is the medical publishing industry a scam? As the open access model has grown, pay-to-publish has helped large publishers maintain profit margins similar to that of large tech companies. The problem? They do so by exploiting the blood, sweat, and tears of academics and the institutions that support them. Join Dr. Patrick Georgoff (@georgoff, Duke Surgery), Dr. Ayman Ali (BTK education fellow, Duke Surgery), and special guest Dr. Allan Detsky for an engaging discussion. Paper discussed: The Chang...
Welcome to the first episode of our new collaborative series with the Association of Surgeons in Great Britain and Ireland! During this series, BTK fellow Jon Williams and ASGBI hosts Kellie Bateman and Jared Wohlgemut compare and contrast the surgeon profession between the United States and the United Kingdom, debating who does what better. In this episode, we take a deep dive into surgical training in the US and the UK, from fostering student interest to trainee operating to specialization and...
In this episode, podcast hosts Dr. Josh Roshal, Dr. Darian Hoagland, and Dr. Maya Hunt dive into two important papers that provide guidance on navigating the hidden curriculum of the surgical residency match process. Joined by fellow CoSEF members Dr. Ariana Naaseh and Dr. John Woodward, the discussion revolves around practical tips for finding your perfect surgical residency and filtering out the noise during the application process. Journal Club Hosts: –Dr. Josh Roshal, University of Texas Med...
Low urine output – when is it a cause for alarm? Emma Burke is joined by Dr. Bryan Tucker to discuss quick hits on acute kidney injury as part of the Med/Surg Consult series. Host: - Emma Burke, MD – General Surgery Resident at Baylor College of Medicine, @emmaburke017 Guest: - Bryan Tucker, DO – Nephrologist at Baylor College of Medicine, @bmtucker3 Learning Objectives: - Define acute kidney injury (AKI) using KDIGO guidelines. - Develop a framework for initial workup of perioperative AKI. - Di...
Welcome to another episode of our medicine-surgery consult series! If your case was just cancelled because you and your patient did not know to hold their new GLP-1 agonist and you’re wondering what to do in the interim, this may be the perfect time to tune into a quick refresher of diabetes quick-hits as it pertains to surgical teams. You’ve just finished rolling a patient up to the OR in the middle of the night after a gunshot wound to the chest, and now you need to deal with something even mo...
You're the new intern on your first night of night float. First page, right off the bat – AFib with rates into the 150s. What's your next move?! Dr. Nathan Anderson takes the anxiety out of approaching Atrial Fibrillation in the post-operative patient. Join him and Dr. Elizabeth Maginot as they discuss this very common post-operative you're guaranteed to see on the wards. Hosts : - Dr. Nathan Anderson, Internal Medicine Associate Professor and Hospitalist, University of Nebraska - Dr. Elizabeth ...
Parastomal hernias are some of the toughest cases in abdominal wall reconstruction. 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, Cleveland Clinic Learning Objectives: - Review anatomy of parastomal abdominal wall hernias - Review perioperative ...
A patient with a large TBSA burn injury is transferred to a regional burn center. You are faced with some difficult clinical decisions as the resuscitation proves to be challenging. Join Drs. Tam Pham, Rob Cartotto, Julie Rizzo, Alex Morzycki and Jamie Oh as they discuss the clinical challenges in titrating and troubleshooting during acute burn resuscitation. Hosts: · Dr. Tam Pham: UW Medicine Regional Burn Center · Dr. Robert Cartotto: University of Toronto, Ross Tilley Burn Centre · Dr. Julie ...
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