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Power, Partnerships, and the Reality of Global Surgery Collaboration
In this episode of the Behind the Knife Global Surgery Series, we take a closer look at the real-world complexity of global surgery partnerships between high-income institutions and partners in the Global South. Words like equity, bidirecti
Clinical Challenges in Breast Surgery: The Fundamentals of Cancer Immunotherapy
Immune checkpoint inhibitors have rapidly reshaped care for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC)—but surgical teams increasingly encounter their downstream perioperative consequences. In this episode, we define immunotherapy through the len
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: What is Bioresorbable Mesh and Is It Worth It?
Join our OHSY Hernia team to review the current landscape of bioresorbable meshes and a conversation considering “are they worth it?" Hosts: • Dr. Maggie Bosley - @MBosleyMD • Dr. Sean Orenstein - @OrensteinSean • Dr. Amber Sandoval • Dr. P
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: ctDNA in Colorectal Cancer and Anal Squamous Cell Cancer
Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), a minimally invasive blood-based biomarker, has emerged as one of the most promising advances in cancer surveillance. Today, we will explore how ctDNA is transforming the management of colorectal cancer and an
Mattox Conference Pro-Con Debate 2026: REBOA
Every spring for over 50 years, the Trauma, Critical Care, and Acute Care Surgery conference, best known simply as the MATTOX conference, is held in Las Vegas (https://www.trauma-criticalcare.com/). The conference is unique in that it is en
Mattox Conference Pro-Con Debate 2026: Management of Pediatric Pancreatic Injuries
Every spring for over 50 years, the Trauma, Critical Care, and Acute Care Surgery conference, best known simply as the MATTOX conference, is held in Las Vegas (https://www.trauma-criticalcare.com/). The conference is unique in that it is en
Wellbeing and Mental Health in Surgeons
Join us as we discuss research on mental health and wellbeing in the surgical workforce with Drs. Yang and Collins. The episode explores key findings from recent national surveys showing that nearly one in seven surgeons report suicidal ide
OBGYN Oral Board Review - Sample Episode: Intraoperative and Postoperative Wound
INTRODUCING Behind the Knife OBGYN Oral Board Review! The oral boards aren't just about knowledge—they are about executing under pressure. This course is designed to give you the structure and confidence to command the room. We have curated
EPA Playbook: Blunt or Penetrating Trauma
Join Drs. Georgoff, Burke, and Premkumar in this episode of the EPA Playbook as they break down a practical, repeatable framework for managing patients in the trauma bay, one of the most high-pressure environments in surgical training. This
EPA Playbook: Small Bowel Obstruction
Join Drs. Georgoff, Burke, and Premkumar in this episode of EPA Playbook, where we tackle the evaluation and management of small bowel obstruction. Through a realistic series of scenarios, we walk step-by-step through how junior residents c
EPA Playbook: Inguinal Hernia
In this episode of EPA Playbook, Drs. Jason Bingham, Emma Burke, and Agnes Premkumar discuss the evaluation and management of inguinal hernias through a case-based approach that reinforces key EPA concepts for surgical trainees. We specific
EPA Playbook: Perioperative Care of Critically Ill Patient
In this episode of EPA Playbook, Drs. Kevin Kniery, Emma Burke, and Agnes Premkumar discuss management of critically ill surgical patients, using case-based discussions to reinforce core principles of shock, resuscitation, and ICU care. We
EPA Playbook: Benign or Malignant Colon
Join Drs. Steele, Burke, & Premkumar in this episode of EPA Playbook, where we tackle a core general surgery EPA: the evaluation and management of benign and malignant colon disease. From common presentations like diverticulitis and lower G
Are EPAs Actually Working? An Honest Look at Competency-Based Surgical Training
Two years into the EPA era — are we actually training surgeons differently, or just checking new boxes? In this episode, Behind the Knife co-director and Duke Trauma Surgeon Dr. Patrick Georgoff and Behind the Knife surgical education fello
Intraoperative Cholangiography Guidelines: Routine, Selective, or Never?
In this episode, we use the recent SAGES guidelines to tackle one of the most common and controversial questions in general surgery. Through a case-based discussion, our experts review the evidence for intraoperative biliary imaging, discus
Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Is Optimization Still Necessary for Hernia Surgery?
Join our Hernia Team for a review of the current controversy around preoperative optimization and the practical implications. Hosts: • Dr. Maggie Bosley - @MBosleyMD • Dr. Sean Orenstein - @OrensteinSean • Dr. Amber Sandoval • Dr. Peter Fer
Rectal Cancer in the Young and Pregnant: Fertility and Management Considerations
As colorectal cancer rates rise among younger adults, surgeons are increasingly caring for patients with rectal cancer who are pregnant or hoping to preserve future fertility. With more individuals delaying childbearing, balancing effective
Journal Review in Bariatric Surgery: Socioeconomic Disparities
Why do millions of patients qualify for bariatric surgery, yet only a fraction ever make it to the operating room? Hosts · Matthew Martin, trauma and bariatric surgeon at the University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Cen
Whole Blood vs. Components: The Prehospital Debate
Prehospital blood is one of the hottest debates in trauma resuscitation — and the evidence just got a lot more interesting. In this episode, Drs. Patrick Georgoff and Ayman Ali sit down with Dr. Ed Barnard, UK defense professor of emergency
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Melanoma
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss clinical challenges through case-based examples including the diagnosis, workup, and management of patients with cutaneous melanoma. Learning Objectives: In this episode, we rev
Clinical Challenges in Vascular Surgery: Phlegmasia in Pregnancy
A 25-year-old pregnant woman presents with a 1-day history of progressive pain and swelling. The foot is cold, pulseless and neurologic function is deteriorating by the hour. Imaging shows a massive iliofemoral DVT. Now both the limb and th
Bad Day on Call: Live Case Discussion from ASGBI Conference
Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most anticipated sessions from the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland Annual Conference: “Bad Day on Call.” In this session, expert surgeons from the United States, United Kingdom
Clinical Challenges in Emergency General Surgery: C Diff - When to Pull the Operative Trigger
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 g
BIG T Trauma Ep. 28: Retained Ballistic Fragments: What We Were Never Taught
The majority of non-fatal gunshot wound survivors walk away with a bullet still inside them. Most are discharged without a removal attempt, without a surveillance plan, and without a conversation about what comes next. This episode fills th
Journal Review in Surgical Education: What We Can Learn From America’s Literacy Crisis
In this episode, hosts Drs. Maya Hunt, Nicole Santucci, Bryanna Stukes and Zoe Zhou explore the parallels between the literacy crisis in America and current challenges in surgical education, drawing insights from the podcast "Sold a Story."
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: Methods for Ileocolic Anastomosis in Crohn's Disease
Ileocolic resection is one of the most common operations performed for Crohn's disease, yet the optimal approach to anastomotic construction and mesenteric management remains an active area of debate. From the configuration of the anastomos
Cancer Vaccines: The Future is Now
As cancer vaccines move into Phase II and III clinical trials, it is increasingly important for surgeons to understand their role in this evolving landscape. What exactly are these vaccines, how do they work, and what should the surgical co
Using AI Today: A Practical Guide
Can an algorithm actually give you your life back? A recent Stanford paper revealed that using large language models at home yields massive efficiency gains—up to 176%. For busy surgeons drowning in clinical duties and administrative bloat,
Journal Review in Endocrine Surgery: Updates of the 2025 American Thyroid Association Guidelines for Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
What are the experts saying about thyroid cancer treatment in 2025? Maybe it’s time to discuss deescalation of aggressive surgical care for lower risk thyroid cancers. We can accept that less surgery may be appropriate in select cases, incl
Clinical Challenges in Vascular Surgery: Asymptomatic Carotid Artery Stenosis
For decades, a tight carotid stenosis felt like a ticking time bomb — a plaque waiting to throw an embolus and cause the next stroke. We were taught that severe narrowing meant surgery, and trials like ACAS and ACST-1 seemed to prove it. Bu
