Podcasts about surgical outcomes

It's hospital day five. The patient looked better yesterday… but now she's hypotensive, on vasopressors, acidotic, and spiraling toward multi-organ failure. The CT scan doesn't show perforation or megacolon, but your gut tells you this is going south. Do you keep pushing medical therapy… or is it time to operate?Join Drs. Rushabh Dev, Jeffrey Coughenour, Kevin Bartow, Raymond Okeke, and Desra Fletcher from the Emergency General Surgery team in Tiger Country at Mizzou as they tackle one of the deadliest and most challenging diseases acute care surgeons face: fulminant Clostridioides difficile infection. In this Clinical Challenges episode, the panel discusses diagnostic stewardship, ASCRS recommendations, timing of operative intervention and technique, subtotal colectomy versus diverting loop ileostomy with lavage, and physiology that should push surgeons toward definitive source control. Through a real-world high-risk case vignette, the team explores the hardest question in emergency general surgery: when to stop hoping medical therapy will work and pull the operative trigger.Hosts Dr. Rushabh Dev FACS (Moderator, Surgical Attending) – Assistant Professor of Surgery, Associate PD ACS & SCCM Fellowship, SICU Medical Director, Lieutenant Commander United States Navy Reserve  Dr. Jeffery Coughenour FACS (Surgical Attending) – Professor of Surgery and Emergency Medicine, Trauma Medical Director at the University of Missouri SOM Dr. Kevin Bartow FACS (Surgical Attending) –Professor of Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgeon and General Surgery. Department of General Surgery at the University of Missouri SOM Raymond Okeke – Acute Care Surgery/Surgical Critical Care Fellow, University of Missouri School of Medicine  Desra Fletcher – PGY 3 General Surgery Resident, University of Missouri School of Medicine  Learning ObjectivesBy the end of this episode, listeners should be able to: Define the spectrum of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), including non-severe, severe, and fulminant disease, and recognize the physiologic implications of fulminant colitis.  Review contemporary diagnostic stewardship for CDI, including appropriate stool testing, pitfalls of PCR/NAAT interpretation, and the role and limitations of CT imaging in fulminant disease.  Describe evidence-based medical management of fulminant CDI, including high-dose enteral vancomycin, intravenous metronidazole, rectal vancomycin for ileus, and principles of antimicrobial stewardship.  Recognize the high-risk clinical features that should prompt urgent surgical evaluation, including worsening shock, vasopressor dependence, lactate elevation, organ failure, and evolving abdominal exam findings.  Discuss the operative indications and timing for surgery in fulminant CDI and understand why delayed intervention contributes to mortality.  Compare subtotal colectomy with end ileostomy versus diverting loop ileostomy with antegrade lavage, including current evidence, patient selection, limitations of the literature, and ASCRS recommendations.  Review practical operative strategies for subtotal colectomy in unstable patients, including damage-control principles and common technical pitfalls.  Apply clinical reasoning to a complex, high-risk case of fulminant CDI in a patient with decompensated cirrhosis, septic shock, and multi-organ dysfunction.  References ASCRS Clinical Practice Guidelines for *Clostridioides difficile* Infection (2021)  Surgical Management of *Clostridium difficile* Colitis — Neal et al., 2011 (Loop Ileostomy + Lavage Protocol)  Clinical Practice Guidelines for *Clostridioides difficile* Infection in Adults and Children (IDSA/SHEA, 2021 Update)  Adjunctive Hyperbaric Oxygen and Surgical Outcomes in Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections (Background discussion of severe infection physiology)  Total Abdominal Colectomy Versus Diverting Loop Ileostomy for Fulminant CDI — Systematic Review & Meta-analysis  Current Status of Surgical Therapy for Fulminant *Clostridioides difficile* Colitis  Behind the Knife Episode 648 – Emergency General Surgery Journal Review: *Clostridioides difficile* Infection  Bottom line: Fulminant C. diff is one of the few EGS diseases where the hardest decision is not what operation to perform — it's recognizing when medical therapy has failed before the patient becomes unsalvageable.Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://behindtheknife.org/listenBehind the Knife Premium: https://behindtheknife.org/premiumOral Board Review: https://behindtheknife.org/oral-boardOral Board Simulator: https://behindtheknife.org/oral-board/simulatorGeneral Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/general-surgery-oral-board-reviewTrauma Surgery Video Atlas: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/trauma-surgery-video-atlasDominate Surgery: A High-Yield Guide to Your Surgery Clerkship: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/dominate-surgery-a-high-yield-guide-to-your-surgery-clerkshipDominate Surgery for APPs: A High-Yield Guide to Your Surgery Rotation: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/dominate-surgery-for-apps-a-high-yield-guide-to-your-surgery-rotationVascular Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/vascular-surgery-oral-board-reviewColorectal Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/colorectal-surgery-oral-board-reviewSurgical Oncology Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/surgical-oncology-oral-board-reviewCardiothoracic Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/cardiothoracic-surgery-oral-board-reviewDownload our App:Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049Android/Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app&hl=en_US

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Grant Hogue for an insightful conversation with the paper award winners of the 33rd International Meeting on Advanced Spine Techniques, as they discuss the design of their study and highlight their key findings. A list of the guests and their respective awards:2026 Thomas E. Whitecloud Award for Best Clinical Research PaperPaper #4: From Adolescence to Late Adulthood: Quality of Life and Surgical Outcomes in Idiopathic Scoliosis Across the Lifespan. Ferran Pellise, MD, PhD2026 Thomas E. Whitecloud Award for Best Basic/Translational Science Research PaperPaper #11: Deep Phenotyping Revolutionizes Genetic Diagnosis of Scoliosis through Nine Strategic CategoriesNan Wu, MD, PhD2026 IMAST Innovation AwardPaper #1: The SRS-Lenke-Aubin 3D Classification: A Structured and Clinically Relevant Extension of the Lenke System to Capture Transverse Plane Deformities in AIS. Carl-Eric Aubin, PhD, P.Eng2026 IMAST E-Point AwardPaper #281: Improving Early Scoliosis Detection with a Low-Dose Mobile Imaging and Automated Measurement Platform: A Cross-Sectional Screening Study. Guilin Chen, MDView ALL papers HERE.*The Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) podcast is aimed at delivering the most current and trusted information to clinicians that care for patients with scoliosis and other spinal conditions. From news in the world of spinal conditions, to discussions with thought leaders in the field, we aim to provide up-to-date, quality information that will impact the daily practice of spinal conditions.

In this episode of the Award-winning PRS Journal Club Podcast, 2026 Resident Ambassadors to the PRS Editorial Board – Lucas Harrison, Christopher Kalmar, and Priyanka Naidu- and special guest, Andrea L. Pusic, MD, discuss the following articles from the May 2026 issue: "Cost of Care and Surgical Outcomes between Direct-to-Implant and Staged Tissue Expander Breast Reconstruction" by Chakraborty, Bouhadana, Bernstein et al. Read the article for FREE: https://bit.ly/DTI_TE_Comparison Dr. Andrea L. Pusic is our special guest. She serves as Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Director of Patient-Reported Outcomes, and the Joseph Murray Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Pusic also holds a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. She completed her general surgery residency at Dalhousie University, followed by a plastic surgery residency at McGill University and a microsurgery fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Her clinical practice focuses on breast reconstruction and aesthetic breast surgery, including both autologous tissue reconstruction and implant-based techniques, with a strong emphasis on individualized, patient-centered care and quality-of-life outcomes. An internationally recognized leader in patient-reported outcomes research, Dr. Pusic has authored more than 200 publications. She developed the BREAST-Q, a widely used instrument for measuring patient satisfaction and quality of life after breast surgery. She also co-led the NCI-funded Mastectomy Reconstruction Outcomes Consortium, a multi-institutional collaboration across 11 centers studying patient perspectives on breast reconstruction. Dr. Pusic now leads the PROVE Center, where she advances the use of patient-reported outcomes to improve surgical quality, patient experience, and healthcare value. READ the articles discussed in this podcast as well as free related content: https://bit.ly/JCMay26Collection

Can preparing the body before cancer treatment improve recovery, reduce complications, and even protect brain function?In this episode, Sahir sits down with Dr. Christopher Gaffney, Senior Lecturer in Integrative Physiology at Lancaster University, to explore the growing science of prehabilitation. Prehabilitation uses exercise, nutrition, and psychological support to help cancer patients better tolerate surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy.They discuss how a patient's baseline fitness can influence treatment outcomes, why exercise is increasingly being viewed as medicine, the emerging evidence around “chemo brain,” and why healthcare may need to shift from reactive treatment to proactive preparation.A fascinating conversation at the intersection of cancer research, physiology, and preventative medicine.Topics Covered What prehabilitation is and why it matters  Exercise as medicine in cancer care  How fitness affects surgery and chemotherapy outcomes  The science behind chemo brain and fatigue  Why medicine needs to think earlier, not laterSupport the showSupport us and reach out!https://smoothbrainsociety.comhttps://www.patreon.com/SmoothBrainSocietyInstagram: @thesmoothbrainsocietyTikTok: @thesmoothbrainsocietyTwitter/X:  @SmoothBrainSocFacebook: @thesmoothbrainsocietyMerch and all other links: Linktreeemail: thesmoothbrainsociety@gmail.com

Recorded in Dublin, Ireland, and hosted by The British Journal of Anaesthesia at their annual meeting, this week's TopMedTalk focuses on translational research. Presented by Andy Cumpstey and Kate Leslie with their guest Professor Gareth Ackland Clinical Professor of Perioperative Medicine at the William Harvey Research Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). The conversation delves into the autonomic nervous system's role in exercise capacity and its implications for postoperative outcomes. Why specifically does exercise help? Professor Ackland explains groundbreaking work involving neural control, genetic modifications, and translational models, shedding light on how parasympathetic function affects fitness and recovery from surgery. The conversation underscores the importance of personalized medicine and mechanistic research in understanding human physiology and improving clinical practices. It also explains why anaesthesia journals publish high quality translational studies as well as clinical research.

In this episode, host Dr. Dan Beswick speaks with Dr. Waleed Abuzeid. They discuss the recently published Original Article: “Predicting Surgical Outcomes in Chronic Rhinosinusitis From Preoperative Patient Data: A Machine Learning Approach.” The full manuscript is available in the International Forum of Allergy and Rhinology. Listen and subscribe for free to Scope It Out […]

In this episode of Skin Anarchy, Dr. Ekta Yadav sits down with Dr. Alexes Hazen—board-certified plastic surgeon, microsurgery specialist, and founder of Zen Essentials—for a thoughtful conversation on skin health, ethical aesthetics, and why real results can never be separated from whole-body well-being. With a background that spans public health, global medicine, and some of the most technically demanding surgical training, Dr. Hazen brings a rare depth to how she thinks about beauty, healing, and care.Her path to medicine was anything but linear. From working with the New York City Department of Health during the AIDS crisis to serving in the Peace Corps in Honduras, Dr. Hazen learned early that medicine isn't just technical—it's human. Those experiences shaped a philosophy she carries into every aspect of her work today: outcomes are influenced as much by mental health, sleep, nutrition, and support systems as they are by surgical skill.Throughout the conversation, Dr. Hazen challenges the surface-level thinking that dominates skincare culture. Skin, she reminds us, is an organ—and it reflects what's happening internally. No product can compensate for chronic stress, dehydration, or exhaustion. When those fundamentals are addressed, skincare finally has the space to work as it should.She also speaks candidly about ethics in aesthetic medicine—why board certification matters, why saying “no” is sometimes the most responsible choice, and how listening to patients should always come before selling solutions.That same restraint and intention led to the creation of Zen Essentials, born from Dr. Hazen's own struggles with severe skin sensitivities. Designed to be effective yet calming, the line reflects her belief that skincare should support the body—not fight it.Listen to the full episode to hear Dr. Alexes Hazen unpack holistic healing, ethical aesthetics, and why real skin health starts with caring for the whole person.SHOP Zen Essentials and learn more on social media!CHAPTERS:(0:02) - Introduction & Guest Welcome(0:46) - A Nonlinear Path Into Medicine(1:26) - Public Health, AIDS Education & the Peace Corps(2:46) - Falling in Love With Surgery & Plastic Surgery Training(3:01) - Early Burn Injury, Scars & Coming Full Circle(4:12) - Why Holistic Care Matters in Surgical Outcomes(8:40) - Skin as a Reflection of Whole-Body Health(11:22) - Ethics, Training & Responsibility in Aesthetic Surgery(26:21) - The Origins of Zen Essentials & Sensitive Skin SciencePlease fill out this survey to give us feedback on the show!Don't forget to subscribe to Skin Anarchy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred platform.Reach out to us through email with any questions.Sign up for our newsletter!Shop all our episodes and products mentioned through our ShopMy Shelf!*This is a paid collaboration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following recent improvements in surgical outcomes, hospitals are now confronting new challenges tied to patient complexity, post-acute care access, and workforce capacity. In this episode, Chris DeRienzo, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Physician Executive for the American Hospital Association, discusses findings from the latest Vizient and AHA analysis, including how delayed discharges and administrative demands affect care delivery. The conversation also looks at what hospitals are doing to sustain safety gains amid increasing acuity and staffing pressures. You can listen to the first half of the conversation here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new analysis from Vizient and the American Hospital Association shows that outcomes for hospitalized surgical patients have improved in recent years. In this episode, Chris DeRienzo, Senior Vice President and Chief Physician Executive for the AHA, discusses the data behind those findings and what may be contributing to the changes. The conversation looks at how hospitals are managing increasingly complex patients while maintaining gains in safety and quality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can dietitians help patients enter surgery stronger and recover faster? In this episode, Kristy-Lee Raso, Senior Colorectal Dietitian and research lead of the PREHAB-GI study, shares how prehab nutrition is transforming perioperative care. From nutrition optimisation to multidisciplinary teamwork, Kristy-Lee explores practical strategies and leadership opportunities for dietitians to drive better surgical outcomes for patients. In the episode, we discuss: Key nutrition priorities to optimise surgical recovery​ Insights on weight management and GLP-1 medications​ The role of immunonutrition in patient preparation​ How to tailor timelines within busy surgical pathways​ Where dietitians can lead and make the biggest impact Hosted by Bec Sparrowhawk Click here for the shownotes The content, products and/or services referred to in this podcast are intended for Health Care Professionals only and are not, and are not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. The content is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgement before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. The reference to particular products and/or services in this episode does not constitute any form of endorsement. Please see here for terms and conditions.

No one ever wants surgery, but if you need it, you absolutely want the best possible outcome. In this episode of While You Wait… I share practical, science-backed steps you can take before and after surgery to support your recovery.From pre-op education and nutrition to exercise, stress management, and even when to sip clear liquids, I cover the details most patients don't hear until the very last minute. I also opened up about my own breast cancer diagnosis and what preparing for surgery has taught me personally.Whether you're facing urogynecologic surgery or any other procedure, these tips can help you feel prepared, confident, and supported through every step of the journey.Additional Resources:YourPelvicFloor.org (IUGA patient resources)Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support – peer support communityAAMC Article on Improving Surgical ResultsTimeline:00:30 Introduction: Preparing for Surgery 01:32 Personal Story and Podcast Introduction 02:33 Importance of Preoperative Education 09:53 Physical Preparation: Exercise and Nutrition 12:11 Mental and Lifestyle Preparation 15:08 Day Before and Day of Surgery Tips 16:53 Post-operative Care and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Tom Varghese, MD, FACS, is joined by Timothy Pawlik, MD, FACS, from The Ohio State University. They discuss Dr Pawlik's recent article, “Association of Discharge Against Medical Advice with Surgical Outcomes and Healthcare Cost,” in which the authors found that discharge against medical advice (DAMA) among surgical patients is associated with increased 30-day readmission, complication, fragmented care, and higher healthcare cost. DAMA patients were younger, socioeconomically vulnerable, and often had substance use or psychiatric disorders.     Disclosure Information: Drs Varghese and Pawlik have nothing to disclose.    To earn 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for this episode of the JACS Operative Word Podcast, click here to register for the course and complete the evaluation. Listeners can earn CME credit for this podcast for up to 2 years after the original air date.   Learn more about the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original contributions on all aspects of surgery, including scientific articles, collective reviews, experimental investigations, and more.    #JACSOperativeWord 

Let's talk about what it really means to show up for your patients—and yourself—as a surgeon. In this episode of Backtable ENT, Dr. Mel Thacker, an otolaryngologist and founder of The Empowered Surgeon and the Surgeons with a Purpose Podcast, joins hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to discuss humanity in surgery, and how to stay grounded in a profession that demands so much of us. --- SYNPOSIS Dr. Thacker shares her journey from experiencing anxiety and panic attacks in the operating room to becoming a coach who helps surgeons discover their purpose and practice medicine with greater humanity. They discuss the significance of self-awareness, the importance of protecting oneself as a valuable asset, and how to serve patients with compassion and empathy. Practical advice is offered on shifting mindset, engaging in meaningful connections with patients, and fostering a collaborative, rather than hierarchical, approach in medical practice. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction03:04 - Discovering Coaching10:52 - Residency Reflections23:06 - Improving Patient Relationships29:48 - Coaching Surgeons and Addressing Emotional Growth37:49 - Serving vs. Fixing: A New Perspective on Patient Care44:09 - Daily Practices for Empathy and Self-Awareness44:40 - Three Essentials for Success in Medicine46:31 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This week we speak with Professor Vladimiro Vida of U. Padua about a recent ECHSA large scale study assessing surgical outcomes of newborn cardiac surgery in Europe. What trends have become apparent in the past 10 years and why are outcomes generally better overall in this complex patient group? Why have outcomes for single ventricle surgery not improved as much as other newborn surgeries? Is there a relationship between center volume and outcomes? What interventions might result in improvements in outcomes of Norwood palliation? Dr. Vida provides his insights this week. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.athoracsur.2024.07.023

Moderator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Albert Garcia-Casanovas, M.H.A. and Douglas Colquhoun, M.B., M.Sc., M.P.H. Articles Discussed: Association Between Adherence to Patient Blood Management Recommendations and Postoperative Complications in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Patient Blood Management: Moving Beyond Guidelines to Action Transcript

Send us a textThis recording features audio versions of May 2025 Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (JVIR) abstracts:Recurrent Portal Hypertension after Liver Transplant: Impact on Survival and the Role of Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt Creation in Management ReadNontarget Hemangioma Size Reduction after Bleomycin–Ethiodized Oil Embolization of Primary Hepatic Hemangioma ReadMR–Guided Microwave Ablation for Patients with Cirrhosis Complicated by Small Hepatocellular Carcinoma ReadEmbolotherapy for Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformations in the Pediatric Population with Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasias—A Retrospective Case Series ReadEffects of Prophylactic Coil Embolization of Pelvic Arteries on Surgical Outcomes in Hemodynamically Stable Patients with Complex Acetabular Fractures ReadPercutaneous Ablation versus Radiotherapy for Pain Related to Bone and Soft Tissue Malignancies: A Multipayor Database Analysis of Outcomes ReadJVIR and SIR thank all those who helped record this episode. To sign up to help with future episodes, please contact our outreach coordinator at millennie.chen.jvir@gmail.com.  Host:Sonya Choe, University of California Riverside School of MedicineAudio editor:Sonya Choe, University of California Riverside School of MedicineOutreach coordinator:Millennie Chen, University of California Riverside School of MedicineAbstract readers:Ahmed Alzubaidi, Wayne State University School of MedicineIpek Midillioglu, Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic MedicineNate Wright, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University Sanya Dhama, University of California Riverside School of MedicineTiffany Nakla, Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic MedicineKalei Hering, Harvard Medical School SIR thanks BD for its generous support of the Kinked Wire.Contact us with your ideas and questions, or read more about about interventional radiology in IR Quarterly magazine or SIR's Patient Center.(c) Society of Interventional Radiology.Support the show

Today, I'm joined by the exceptional Dr. Amir Karam, a genius at the intersection of science and art in facial aesthetics. I've been following Dr. Karam's work for years, and having him on the show feels like a fantastic opportunity to explore why our faces age and what we can truly do to maintain a youthful appearance.   What we discuss: Dr. Amir Karam's Background ... 00:07:35 Facial Rejuvenation Evolution ... 00:08:46 Historical Context of Facelifts ... 00:09:20 Vertical Approach in Rejuvenation ... 00:12:37 Genetics and Aging ... 00:20:39 Importance of Skin Care ... 00:23:00 Fillers' Long-Term Impact ... 00:34:04 Botox Best Practices ... 00:42:19 Skin Care Techniques ... 00:46:31 Light Therapy and Microcurrent ... 00:47:01 Diet and Skin Health ... 01:00:44 Surgical Outcomes and Longevity ... 01:17:29   Our Amazing Sponsors: Troscriptions - Blue Cannatine - think of it as a small but mighty brain boost that melts in your mouth. A precise blend of methylene blue, caffeine, CBD, and microdosed nicotine gives me steady energy, focus, and mental clarity without the usual ups and downs. Visit  troscriptions.com and use code NAT10 for 10% off. Get in the zone and stay there.   Qualia - NAD+ This vital molecule powers cellular energy, supports DNA health, aids detox, and helps keep your body remain youthful. Visit qualialife.com/nathalie to try Qualia NAD+, backed by a 100-day money-back guarantee, and use promo code NATHALIE for 15% off!   Quantum Upgrade - Imagine plugging yourself into a limitless power source rigorously tested and shown to improve blood flow, reduce stress, and even boost cellular energy by up to 29%. Try it today at quantumupgrade.io/NAT and start running life, instead of life running you. Use my code NAT15 to get a 15-day free trial on the All-in-One Frequency Bundle. Good through June 1st, 2025   Nat's Links: YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group

Dr. Powell discusses the benefits of avoiding marijuana, alcohol, and smoking before surgery for patient safety and successful surgical outcomes.

Rounding out this season's theme of ‘Surgical Horror Stories,' Jeffrey Whitsett, MD, joins Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, and Gary Wörtz, MD, to discuss his approach to managing the disappointment of poor surgical outcomes. He also shares a case example in which he encountered a complication during combination MIGS and cataract surgery, which resulted in a significant vitreous hemorrhage.. Drs. Whitsett, Williamson, and Wörtz also review the best ways to navigate potential horror stories in the business side of building a practice.

In this podcast, Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: The Vital Work of RNFAs, we investigate an area of nursing that you may not know about: the registered nurse first assistant, or RNFA. You will find this practitioner in the operating room assisting the surgeon. Anna Gray, who serves in this role, is here to explain what it involves. This is a position that requires years of training and passing a difficult examination. It's an expanded set of nursing skills that involves both knowledge of the dynamics of an OR and a deep understanding of surgical processes. And that's not all. Communication skills assume paramount importance in this position. The RNFA must coordinate the flow of work and appropriately delegate tasks so that surgeons have everything they need to successfully perform the operation. It might be considered a high-level version of directing traffic in order to keep traffic flowing smoothly. Having RNFAs working in an OR is frankly more cost-effective than having another surgeon as first assist, and both surgeons and hospitals have embraced having these highly-qualified nurses in the OR. For LNCs, though, the RNFA's role is problematic, since it's not required to be documented. This will prove frustrating to LNCs, as they often need to figure out, when an operation goes wrong, why it happened. OR notes may not even record that the RNFA was present. Anna says she relies on the operating room nurse to record her presence, but LNCs may also want to dig down to discover if an RFNA was working in the OR. Here's What to Expect from the Podcast: Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: The Vital Work of RNFAs What is an RNFA? What education and training does it require? How has having an RNFA available in a hospital become a selling point? What questions should an LNC ask about how the RNFA functioned in an operating room scenario? How can an LNC deal with lack of requirements for an RNFA to keep records of what goes on in an OR? Listen to our podcasts or watch them using our app, Expert.edu, available at legalnursebusiness.com/expertedu. Get the free transcripts and also learn about other ways to subscribe. Go to Legal Nurse Podcasts subscribe options by using this short link: http://LNC.tips/subscribepodcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT45Fji_nlw Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: The Vital Work of RNFAs - Anna Gray Build a Successful Strategy for Attracting Attorney Clients Are you finding it tough to attract more attorney clients? You are not alone! Join us for the 11th LNC SUCCESS® 3-DAY ONLINE CONFERENCE on February 27-28 and March 1, 2025! It's a chance to learn how to overcome common challenges and gain the skills you need to succeed in legal nurse consulting. Connect with industry experts who will share practical strategies for standing out, building strong relationships with attorneys, and effectively presenting your value. No matter your experience level, this conference will empower you to discover fresh opportunities and advance your business. What to Expect Expert-Led Sessions: Engage with sessions led by top industry professionals. Interactive Workshops: Participate in hands-on workshops designed to enhance your consulting skills. Networking Opportunities: Build lasting connections with peers and potential clients. Resource Materials: Receive exclusive materials that will support your ongoing professional development. Don't miss this chance to make a real impact on your business. Register Today Secure your spot at the 11th LNC SUCCESS® 3-Day Online Conference on February 27-28 and March 1, 2025, and take your first step toward becoming a leading legal nurse consultant! We look forward to welcoming you to this pivotal event in February 2025! Your Presenter of Enhancing Surgical Outcomes: The Vital Work of RNFAs Anna Gray, owner and CEO of Limitless Legal Nurse Consulting,

Stay up to date on the latest advancements in gynecologic surgery. In this episode of the BackTable OBGYN Podcast, hosts Dr. Amy Park and Dr. Mark Hoffman invite Dr. Johnny Yi, a pioneer in the field of minimally invasive surgery and urogynecology, to discuss the latest advancements in, benefits of, and challenges with single port robotic gynecologic surgery. --- SYNPOSIS The discussion covers evolutionary strides in robotic-assisted surgeries such as sacral colpopexy and myomectomies, the transition from traditional laparoscopy, and the intricacies of handling large uteri procedures. The episode also navigates the global adoption of these technologies, particularly in South Korea and Japan, and the varying applications in different specialties. Key topics include surgical skill requirements, training needs, innovative techniques, FDA approvals, and the future potential of single port surgeries. Overall, this discussion provides a well-rounded perspective on the current state and forward-looking innovations in the field of gynecologic surgery. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 03:57 - Single Port Robotic Surgery 08:27 - Benefits of Robotics with Sacral Colpopexy 11:37 - Technical Aspects of Single Port Surgery 14:40 - Training for Single Port Surgery 19:43 - Global Adoption and Future Potential of Single Port Surgery 25:35 - Access into the Abdomen 29:39 - Challenges and Innovations in Single Port Surgery 31:34 - Evaluating Risks and Success Rates 33:16 - Cost Analysis 35:16 - Training and Simulation for Single Port Surgery 39:35 - Future of Single Port and vNOTES Surgery 45:05 - Patient Reactions and Satisfaction 46:34 - Closing Techniques 52:14 - Future Prospects and Final Thoughts --- RESOURCES Oh S, Yi J, Song AY, Jee J, Bae N, Shin JH. Intraoperative Complications and Perioperative and Surgical Outcomes of Single-Port Robotics-Assisted Sacrocolpopexy. Int Urogynecol J. 2024 Jul; 35 (7):1521-1526 Epub 2024 June 20.

In this episode, Dr. Rob Whitfield, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Travis Osborne, CRNA, co-founder of Celebrity Anesthesia, discuss anesthesia during surgery. Travis explains advanced anesthesia techniques and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols that minimize postoperative pain, nausea, and complications. They highlight the importance of preemptive pain management and patient-centered care to improve surgical outcomes and comfort. The episode serves as a valuable resource for women considering explant surgery and seeking to understand breast implant illness. Show Highlights: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol (00:02:17) Travis discusses the importance of minimizing postoperative pain and complications through advanced protocols. Personalized Care and Techniques (00:07:11) Discussion on tailoring anesthesia techniques to patients' specific needs, including genetic considerations. Understanding General Anesthesia (00:12:09) A detailed explanation of what general anesthesia entails and how patient safety is ensured. Addressing Anesthesia Concerns (00:14:02) Travis reassures listeners about the risks of waking up during surgery and the monitoring process. Surgery Duration and Safety (00:16:16) Dr. Whitfield discusses limits on surgery duration and the importance of appropriate monitoring. Collaboration Between Surgeon and Anesthesia Provider (00:18:47) Travis describes the seamless teamwork between him and Dr. Whitfield during surgeries for optimal patient care. Serratus Anterior Block Overview (00:21:36) Explanation of the serratus anterior block and its impact on pain management during surgery. Wind-Up Phenomenon and Pain (00:24:50) Discussion on how blocking nerve impulses can prevent increased postoperative pain and inflammation. Proactive Pain Management Strategies (00:25:29) Emphasis on proactive measures taken to manage pain and nausea before and after surgery. Non-Opioid Pain Management (00:27:35) Discussion on using non-opioid medications to minimize side effects associated with narcotics. Connect with Dr. Whitfield: Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?_t=8oQyjO25X5i&_r=1) IG (https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/) FB (https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/) X.com (https://x.com/rjwhitfield?lang=en) Read this article (https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness) Shop Dr. Whitfield's Solutions (https://drrobssolutions.com) SHARP (https://www.harp.health) NVISN Labs (https://nvisnlabs.com/) Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee (https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg) - Use our link for mold-free coffee. JASPR Air Purifier (https://jaspr.co/)- Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier. Echo Water (https://echowater.com/)- Get high-quality water with our code DRROB10. BallancerPro (https://ballancerpro.com) - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology. Ultrahuman (https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield)- Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable.

This educational activity is specifically designed for OR Nurses, Infection Preventionists, Vascular Access, Surgeons (Residents, Fellows, New Surgeons), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Anesthesiologists, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners.  After participating in this activity, learners should be better able to: Examine the Role of Normothermia in Surgical Recovery, integrate pre-warming practices into enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)protocols, explore best practices for pre-operative warming, recognize the importance of temperature management throughout surgical procedures, and evaluate outcomes from and implement quality improvement initiatives

Episode 7 was filmed live in Niagara, Ontario at the 13th Annual Juravinski Cancer Centre and Walker Cancer Centre Uro-oncology Forum! Our hosts discuss Dr. Christopher Wallis' presentation about physician and surgeon gender and how it impacts patient care, surgical outcomes, mortality and more - especially in the field of genitourinary cancers. The View on GU with Lalani & Wallis integrates key clinical data from major conferences and high impact publications, sharing meaningful take home messages for practicing clinicians in the field of genitourinary (GU) cancers. Learn more about The View on GU: https://theviewongu.com This podcast has been made possible through financial support by AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb, Merck, and TerSera.

In this interview, Jason Mouabbi, MD, an Oncology Data Advisor Editorial Board Member and Assistant Professor in the Department of Breast Oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, sat down with Valerie Brutus, MD, FACS, a Breast Surgical Oncologist at St. Vincent's Medical Center of Hartford HealthCare, and Elizabeth Stirling Craig, MD, Director of Microvascular Breast Reconstruction at St. Vincent's Medical Center of Hartford HealthCare, to discuss improving breast cancer surgical outcomes with lymphovenous bypass surgery. Dr. Mouabbi engages Dr. Brutus and Dr. Craig in a thought-provoking discussion about lymphovenous bypass surgery: what it is, who qualifies for this procedure, its viability, what to expect from this procedure and its treatment process, and more about breast cancer surgical outcomes.

In this episode, Dr. Scott Sigman is joined by Dr. Reza Jazayeri, an L.A.-based orthopedic surgeon and entrepreneur. Here, they is discuss the importance of nutrition and how it can heavily influence surgical and healthcare outcomes. This episode is brought to you by Shoulder 360. Use code ORTHOSHOW10 at checkout for 10% off registration.

In this episode of The Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal podcast series, Pat Chibbaro, Multimedia Specialist and co-author, interviews Jenn J. Park and Roberto L. Flores, authors of the CPCJ article entitled, "Implementation of an Ambulatory Cleft Lip Repair Protocol: Surgical Outcomes" (coauthored by Ricardo Rodriguez Colon, Bachar F. Chaya, Danielle H. Rochlin, Pradip R. Shetye and David A. Staffenberg).

On this episode of Five to Thrive Live, our guest, anesthesiologist and integrative medicine physician, Dr. Rosie Sheinberg will empower you with ways to prepare for surgery. Dr. Sheinberg will also explain how to use integrative strategies after surgery to optimize recovery.Five To Thrive Live is broadcast live Tuesdays at 7PM ET.Five To Thrive Live Radio Show is broadcast on W4CS Radio – The Cancer Support Network (www.w4cs.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com).Five To Thrive Live Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Dr. Elizabeth Raskin is a trailblazing integrative surgeon who is combining nutritional guidance, mind-body techniques, and cutting-edge robotics to change surgical care. Dr. Raskin’s journey into medicine was marked by a deep curiosity about the interconnectedness of the human body, mind, and spirit. As a result, she has become a pioneer in the field of integrative surgery, a discipline that embraces a holistic approach to healing. In this conversation, Drs. Weil, Maizes, and Raskin discuss how inexpensive and widely-available mind-body techniques, such as breathwork and meditation, are being used to prepare patients mentally and emotionally for surgery, leading to faster recoveries. Dr. Raskin discusses how the foods we eat can play a pivotal role in both preventing and recovering from illness and surgery. We also delve into integrative medicine’s philosophy of patient-centered care, where the individual is seen as a whole, unique person rather than a collection of symptoms. You won't want to miss this insightful look at the future of surgical care.

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In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes podcast, Dr. Danielle Leblanc discusses direct-to-implant breast reconstruction, the benefits of direct-to-implant vs expander reconstructions, the importance of a close collaboration with the breast oncology surgeon, the use of acellular dermal matrices and resorbable synethic meshes in implant reconstruction and augmentations, the nuances of implant positioning and wrapping, how to safely perform a simultaneous mastopexy and direct-to-implant reconstruction in nipple sparing mastectomies, and her approach to preprectoral augmentations. Dr. Danielle Leblanc is a board certified plastic surgeon who has been in private practice in Fort Worth, Texas for 17 years. She has a practice focused on breast reconstruction as well as breast and body aesthetic surgery. She is a Plastic Surgery Foundation Visiting Professor for 2023, and in the coming year will be visiting the Ohio State University, Medical College of Wisconsin, and University of California, Irvine, among other places.   Your host, Dr. Puru Nagarkar, is a board-certified plastic and hand surgeon, and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Read a classic PRS Global Open study that covers some of the breast reconstruction science discussed in this episode, “Surgical Outcomes in Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction”  by Urquia, Hart, Liu, and Losken: https://bit.ly/DC_Leblanc   #PRSGlobalOpen #DeepCutsPodcast #PlasticSurgery #LevelingUp

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My friend Vi Nguyen is back on the podcast to share her expertise as an orthopedic surgery physician's assistant! In this episode, we're talking about how your body weight and nutrition leading up to a surgery can affect your surgical outcomes. Even if you don't have a surgery coming up, this might be helpful information for a family member or friend in the future! This episode is kind of a part two to episode 75, so check that out too! Check out Bada Bean Bada Boom for delicious snacks high in protein and fiber and low in calories! Place your order at  http://www.badabeansnacks.com/themillennialnutritionist and use code “themillennialnutritionist” at checkout to get 15% off!   Links mentioned: Listen to episode 75: How to Prevent and Manage Arthritis in Your 20s and 30s People: ‘My 600 lb. Life' Star Rejects Doctor's Advice to Get Surgery Listen to episode 71: Debunking Online Myths About Gut Health Some key takeaways from this episode include: Studies show that having a high BMI, especially a BMI of 40 or above, can dramatically increase your risks during surgery. If it's not time sensitive, some doctors may recommend losing weight before your surgery. If you carry a lot of body weight around your neck, it can affect your anesthesiologist's ability to administer anesthesia and monitor your breathing during surgery.  Undereating can prevent your surgical wounds from healing properly. You need to make sure you're eating enough food, especially protein, to prevent any complications during the healing process.   Hi! I'm Illa (MS, RDN) and I am a Registered Dietitian who provides weight loss coaching for millennials. There are so many health companies and fad diets out there that want to convince you to buy their products, but I'm here to show you that you don't need any products to lose weight! It just takes a little behavior change and food tracking. The Millennial Nutritionist is a private practice dedicated to helping people lose weight and build better health habits to support their busy lifestyles. We offer a 3-month Lifestyle Reset Program and a monthly Millennial Living Membership to support you with your goals! Learn more about our programs at https://themillennialnutritionist.com/services.     Connect with us!: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.millennial.nutritionist/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@millennialnutritionist  Website: https://themillennialnutritionist.com/

May marks Older Americans Month and AMA's Senior Physicians Recognition Month. Rachelle E. Bernacki, MD, MS, joins to discuss surgical care and improving health outcomes for senior patients. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.Learn how the AMA is #FightingForDocs and access resources from the AMA Recovery Plan for America's Physicians by visiting: https://www.ama-assn.org/recovery

In this episode Maxwell Cooper, M.D. interviews Tamir Wolf, M.D., Ph.D., Co-Founder and CEO of Theator, a digital platform using AI and computer vision to help improve surgical care, optimize processes, and reduce variation in surgical outcomes. Dr. Wolf tells the listeners about his previous career as a trauma surgeon in the Israeli equivalent of US Navy Seal Team 6 and how his career transitioned toward medical innovation and entrepreneurship. Dr. Wolf discusses how when he learned about the disparities in surgical outcomes and care a single city of the US, he was inspired to start Theator to help improve surgical outcomes. Dr. Wolf partnered with Co-Founders experienced in tech development and created the Theator platform, which analyzes surgical video footage using AI and computer vision to provide insights into key decision points, eventful steps, and important milestones during the procedure. Theator has already been implemented across several hospital systems, including the Mayo Clinic, with the intent of equalizing outcomes, identifying areas of improvement, and improving education for surgical residents and practicing surgeons looking to expand their skillset. Lastly, Dr. Wolf discusses the importance of finding Co-Founders and team members that compliment your skill and how to provide the right balance of oversight and freedom for team members to do their best work. *Views expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals, not their respective institutions   Thank you to our sponsor Doc2Doc Lending, the Personal Lending platform designed for Doctors, by Doctors. Check out https://doc2doclending.com/davinci to learn more today.   Tamir Wolf, M.D., Ph.D. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamirwolf Theator Website: https://theator.io/   The DaVinci Hour Podcast Website: https://www.dviacademy.com/the-davinci-hour LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-davinci-hour/ DaVinci MedTech YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davincimedtech Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davincimedtech/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavinciMedtech Website: https://www.dviacademy.com/

Listen to our newest podcast with Dr. Jamie Kroft, the author of "Surgical Outcomes Between Routes of Hysterectomy in Patients with a Previous Cesarean Section," where she shares her findings for different modes of hysterectomy from her Canadian database!

Today, Gary Habermas, well known proponent of the minimal facts argument for the resurrection, talks to us about the statement "extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence," and when it comes time for the evidence...he DOESN'T give the minimal facts argument!Sources:Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://tinyurl.com/2k8symb8In America, Does More Education Equal Less Religion?: https://tinyurl.com/2j2qulyvInterpretation Sparks a Grave Theology Debate: https://tinyurl.com/2flbu5mqAWARE—AWAreness during REsuscitation—A prospective study: https://tinyurl.com/2njqv3wsAWARE Results Finally Published – No Evidence of NDE: https://tinyurl.com/2fpdrr3kNeurochemical models of near-death experiences: A large-scale study based on the semantic similarity of written reports: https://tinyurl.com/2fff8fuwGender-Affirming Mastectomy Trends and Surgical Outcomes in Adolescents: https://tinyurl.com/2m3ml5ebWhat the Science on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Kids Really Shows: https://tinyurl.com/y379upd7Original Video: https://tinyurl.com/2lay9twsCards:Extraordinary Claims Require Extraordinary Evidence (William Lane Craig response):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvRExSxpe_cWhere do Atheists Get Their Morals?:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wekaY7FboTIAll my various links can be found here:http://links.vicedrhino.comGo to https://buyraycon.com/vicedrhino to get 15% off your order, plus get free domestic or flat fee international shipping! Brought to you by Raycon.

Marcel Perret-Gentil presents six simple-to-implement techniques to significantly improve surgical outcomes, to lessen post-op mortality and improve data yield after surgery.

Marcel Perret-Gentil presents six simple-to-implement techniques to significantly improve surgical outcomes, to lessen post-op mortality and improve data yield after surgery.

This week, the topic of discussion was: Mind Body Connection Psychotherapy Chronic Pain Surgical Outcomes Pain Psychiatry Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT Depression Anxiety Nerve Pain Triple Neurectomy Electroconvulsive Therapy ECT Low Dose Naltrexone LDN Microdosing Psychedelics MDMA LSD Cannabis Meditation Positive Thinking Optimism Positive Emotions Gaslighting PrehabilitationWelcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center. This is the only Q&A of its kind, aimed at educating and empowering patients about all things related to hernias and hernia-related complications. For a personal consultation with Dr. Towfigh: +1-310-358-5020, info@beverlyhillsherniacenter.com.If you find this content informative, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to the HerniaTalk Live channel and visit us on www.HerniaTalk.com.Follow Dr. Towfigh on the following platforms:Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Balachundhar Subramaniam, M.D., M.P.H. Articles Discussed: Intraoperative Hypotension and Acute Kidney Injury, Stroke, and Mortality during and outside Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Retrospective Observational Cohort Study Transcript

Hosts Katherine Raspovic and Jacob Wynes have discussions with award winning Scientific Format poster authors:    Scientific Choice Award: Poster SCI-314: Predictive Value of Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Wound Healing Among Patients Undergoing Transmetatarsal Amputations: A Retrospective Cohort Study, discussion with poster author Jonathan D. Furmanek, DPM.   1st Place – Poster No. SCI-319: Calcaneocuboid Joint Preparation in Charcot Reconstruction and its Effect on Postoperative Outcomes, discussion with poster author Taylor J. Bunka, DPM 2nd Place – Poster No. SCI-305: Risk Factors and Surgical Outcomes in Patients With Positive Soft Tissue Cultures at Time of Closure, discussion with poster author Robert Sheckler, DPM 3rd Place – Poster No. SCI-320: Outcomes in Drainage Ankle Disarticulation versus Guillotine Transtibial Amputation in the Staged Approach to Below Knee Amputation, discussion with poster author Nicole K. Cates, DPM, AACFAS For more educational resources, visit: https://www.acfas.org/  Release Date: April 22, 2022 Run Time: 11min 14sec

We have a great show for you this Saturday which will provide all of the answers you have come to expect from The Word on Medicine. We will discuss the potential overuse and the potential underuse of health care. Have you seen situations where the treatment may have seemed worse than the disease? Have you heard of situations where a diagnosis may have been missed or a treatment not applied for a somewhat routine problem? Complex issues in today's healthcare, but ones that are so important for us to deal with. Drs. Karl Bilimoria, Stacy O'Connor, Anu Elegbede, Tracy Wang, Anai Kothari and Carrie Peterson anchor this unique program and they are joined by Gabriella Pyptiuk (nurse practitioner) Erin Dorn (Charge Nurse in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit) and one of Dr. Peterson's patients. The Word on Medicine is really thrilled to have Dr. Karl Bilimoria join us for this program - he is the founder of the Surgical Outcomes and Quality Improvement Center at Northwestern. This show is packed with important information for us all so be sure to listen!

Today's surgeons must operate with outdated technologies under pressure, which requires a surgeon to constantly switch their focus in order to interpret static 2D information in a dynamic 3D space in high-stake environments that require precision and accurate live data.   In this episode, Pearly Chen talks with Proprio CEO Gabriel Jones about the inspiration behind Proprio and how the company's tech is leading the way towards a future of better surgical outcomes. Proprio is a surgical navigation company that superpowers surgeons by combining XR, computer vision, machine learning and robotics. Episode 04: Show Notes Today, we'll cover how XR can transform medicine, specifically surgeries, by giving surgeons the superpower to see and work better for patients.  Tune in to hear how Proprio brings world class medical care to every human. Key Points From This Episode:  An introduction to Proprio and how the company enhances a surgeons' abilities. Proprio is tackling challenges in the operating rooms with new technological breakthroughs and creating new opportunities.  How Proprio is elevating surgeons so they can actually begin to think about new, innovative treatments and approaches in their work.  Surgeons have begun to grow accustomed to this technology and begin to adapt to this new operating way.  Proprio has brought joyness and delight to many doctors, which is rare in medicine.  Proprio is the only company to apply rendering techniques in the operating room and diminished the use of X-Rays, which subsequently put surgeons at risk for developing cancer.  Proprio gives surgeons more natural interfacing tools to enhance performance, it is also smarter, better, faster and cheaper so  medical operations are as simple and effective as possible.   Gabriel closes with his personal motives behind building a company to address problems in the surgery industry.  Tweetables: “This is similar to the concept of calm design that I think Proprio is really at the forefront of, which is technology at its best where it's designed really, really well and very thoughtfully implemented should just melt away.” - @aGabrielJones [0:09:18] “Overall, we think technology can help bring the physician back to the direct interaction through technology with the patient. I think that should be our overarching goal, not just to implement technology for the sake of selling a product or launching something that's really cool.” - @aGabrielJones [0:10:42] “So if we could reduce the need for surgeries like that and not be over-focused on driving more surgery, that's not the goal. The goal is perfection. If you're going to do surgery, get it as close to perfection as you possibly can. I think the data and computation is really one of the best ways to, over time, achieve a little bit more of that perfection.” - @aGabrielJones [0:25:08] Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Proprio website Gabriel Jones on LinkedIn Gabriel Jones on Twitter Pearly Chen on Twitter HTC VIVE website HTC VIVE on LinkedIn HTC VIVE on Twitter HTC VIVE on Instagram HTC VIVE on Facebook 

The Journal RETINA is devoted exclusively to diseases of the retina and vitreous.  These podcasts are intended to bring to its listeners summaries of selected articles published in the current issue of this internationally acclaimed journal.

Hear three more articles selected from the January/February issue of Modern Optometry. First, Leslie O'Dell, OD, FAAO, explains why it's important to treat eye disease before cataract or refractive surgery (0:55). Next up, Bobby Saenz, OD, MS, FAAO, and Brett Mueller, DO, PhD, tackle the question of whether scleral lenses or CXL should come first when managing patients with keratoconus (8:01). Jessilin Quint, OD, MS, MBA, FAAO, concludes the episode with her article on how to get involved in ocular aesthetics (15:35).

In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Oscar Manrique MD discusses implant-based reconstruction in younger women The PRS Global Open article discussed is available to read for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com. “Surgical Outcomes of Prepectoral Versus Subpectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction in Young Women” by Oscar J. Manrique, Joseph Banuelos, Amjed Abu-Ghname, Minh-Doan Nguyen, Nho V. Tran, Jorys Martinez-Jorge, Christin Harless, Basel Sharaf, James W. Jakub, Amy C. Degnim, Judy C. Boughey and Steven R. Jacobson. Read Here: http://bit.ly/IBROutcomes Dr. Oscar Manrique is a board-certified plastic surgeon at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Plastic surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

Featuring: Ronald G. Donelson, MD, MS, Ryan A. Tauzell, PT, MA, MDT, F. Todd Wetzel, MD Disclosures: Donelson, Ronald G.: Scientific Advisory Board: Chord Health Inc. (A); Stock Ownership: Chord Health Inc (A, 4%). Tauzell, Ryan A.: Other: North American Spine Socity (Travel Expense Reimbursement). Wetzel, F. Todd: Stock Ownership: Relievant Medical (

PDF Notes for Surgery 101 episode on Surgical Outcomes in the Elderly.