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Nostalgia Imperfecta

A 2019 article reported high incidence of discrimination, abuse, harassment, and burnout among surgical residents. Dr. Tom Varghese points out how the "good old days" of surgical residency programs were plagued by toxic culture, and that this toxicity must be stamped out to create a more productive learning environment.

Oct 31, 2019

7 min read

Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS

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No Such Thing as an Innocent Bystander

Creating a work culture of professionalism, personal safety, and inclusiveness is a team effort. When seeing a colleague who is undergoing sexual harassment, whether it is being subjected to sexually crude jokes, unwanted sexual attention, or even quid pro quo sexual coercion, bystander intervention is a must.

Aug 24, 2019

4 min read

David Tom Cooke, MD

Blog
Parental Leave During Surgical Residency

Although the concept of parents taking time off to bond with a newborn child would seem to be a reasonable and straightforward expectation, parental leave for surgeons can still be a major logistical challenge.

Aug 15, 2019

5 min read

Melanie A. Edwards, MD

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The Aging Surgeon’s Performance

CT surgery is one of the most technically, cognitively, and physically demanding fields. CT surgeon performance does correlate with patient outcomes, so this issue needs to be addressed in our field.

May 19, 2019

4 min read

Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS

Video
The Risks and Benefits of Media Exposure for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Media coverage can be a powerful way for cardiothoracic surgeons to help more patients and their families understand important health care information. But how can you handle a reporter’s tough questions and still get your message across? Todd K. Rosengart, MD leads a panel discussion with cardiothoracic surgeons who have had experience with handling awkward media situations, connecting with a lay audience, and helping to change the course of a conversation when a reporter has incorrect information. Also features John V. Conte, MD, Robert E. Merritt, MD, Mara B. Antonoff, MD, Robbin G.

Podcast
#31: The Risks and Benefits of Media Exposure for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Todd K. Rosengart, MD leads a panel discussion with cardiothoracic surgeons who have had experience with handling awkward media situations, connecting with a lay audience, and helping to change the course of a conversation when a reporter has incorrect information.

18 min.

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How Busy Surgeons Can Achieve Work-Life Integration

Jan 23, 2019

5 min read

Mara B. Antonoff, MD

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