Advances in Surgery | Podcast Advances in Surgery

In this podcast, led by Dr. Luis Felipe Cabrera and Dr. Diego Lima, they dive into the nitty-gritty of surgical research, sharing practical tips that surgeons and residents everywhere can benefit from. Dr. Lima's wealth of experience adds depth to the conversation, especially when discussing how to find research opportunities and master the necessary statistical and methodological skills for academic success.



The podcast guides listeners through the journey from starting research to getting published. Dr. Lima stresses the importance of matching research findings with the right journal audience, ensuring that scholarly work gets the attention it deserves.



Ultimately, this podcast is a valuable resource for aspiring surgeons, offering down-to-earth insights from seasoned professionals. It encourages a well-rounded approach to surgical training, emphasizing empathy, ongoing learning, and a strong dedication to pushing the boundaries of surgical knowledge.

In the second episode of the Surgery, Pregnancy, and Parenthood podcast series, Dr. Romina Pena hosts Dr. Barbora Esat, a Czech surgeon specializing in abdominal wall surgery and mother. 



Dr. Esat shares her experiences with the challenges of surgical training and the difficulties faced by female surgeons returning to work after having children. She discusses the lack of standardized training programs, the stress of exams, and the absence of support for surgeon-mothers, highlighting the need for better institutional support to help women balance their careers and family responsibilities.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jacqueline Van Laarhoven, an accomplished surgeon and mom of three, talks about her journey becoming a mother during her surgical training. Dr. Romina Pena, an experienced surgeon without kids, shares her opinion and inquiries about the experience of being a surgeon and being a mother.

In the second and final episode of these podcast series, Dr. Pena wonder about the essential support Dr. Van Laarhoven received from her surgical team when returning to work after becoming a parent, emphasizing the role of colleagues in her successful reintegration. Meanwhile, Dr. Van Laarhoven discusses her journey as a mother and surgeon, underlining the support from her team and the emotional challenges she faced in the initial days of working, constantly thinking about her children at home.

In this podcast, Dr. Cabrera and Dr. Zundel discuss surgical mentorship and sponsorship, highlighting the importance of nurturing surgeons as skilled professionals and well-rounded individuals.


They stress that mentorship should be about time, not money, and extend beyond surgical skills to include personal and professional growth. The mentors underscore that sponsorship is not limited to academic or surgical success; it's about becoming better human beings. They offer practical insights on guiding mentees to excel in surgery and life. This podcast sheds light on how mentorship can shape future surgeons into not only skilled professionals but
also emerging leaders.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jacqueline Van Laarhoven, an experienced surgeon and mom of three,
talks about her journey becoming a mother during her surgical training. Dr. Romina
Pena, a relevant surgeon without kids, shares her opinion and inquiries about
the experience of being a surgeon and being a mother.  

In the first episode of a two-part podcast series, Dr. Pena and Dr. Van Laarhoven opened up
about their respective paths, exploring personal journeys of managing the
demands of surgery and motherhood, shedding light on the balance between career
aspirations and family life. Finally, they talk about the childcare expenses
offering financial insights for aspiring surgeon parents.

Luis Felipe Cabrera Vargas - MD, MACC, FACS, MACCVA, MFELAC, General surgeon, Fellow in vascular and endovascular surgery of Universidad Militar Nueva Granada, President of the Future surgeons
chapter of the Colombian Surgery Association, Assistant editor of the American Journal of Surgery and General Surgery Professor of Universidad El Bosque and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogota - Colombia Senior researcher MinCiencias, Colombia



Dr. Rhea Liang - MBChB, BA(Ed,) MSurgEd, FRACS,  FACS, FFSTEd, FRCSEng(Hon), Clinical Sub Dean for GCHHS, Bond University; Consultant General and Breast surgeon, Robina Hospital, Australia