Gynecologic Surgeons Unscrubbed

Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
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Host Cara King, DO, MS, gynecologic surgeon from the Cleveland Clinic, focuses on surgical and medical education, featuring interviews providing expert pearls, patient perspective, and practice-changing discussion. This serial podcast is created in collaboration with the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. The information is provided for informational and educational purposes only.

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Advocating for yourself with Dr. Kelly Wright (Part 1)

    In the first part of this two-part episode, Dr. Cara King speaks with Dr. Kelly Wright, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Kelly dives into the impact of gender bias in all areas of medicine and how she manages this in the operating room. She also discusses the power of social media and how she advocates for herself for appropriate compensation when she’s approached by the industry for her opinion.   Resources: Dr. Kelly Wright on Twitter Dr. Kelly Wright on LinkedIn Caprice Greenberg’s AAS 2017 President Address “Sticky Floors and Glass Ceilings” Dr. Louise P. King on Gynecologic Surgeons Unscrubbed Part 1, Part 2

    29 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Advocating for yourself with Dr. Kelly Wright (Part 2)

    In the second part of this two-part episode, Dr. Cara King continues her conversation with Dr. Kelly Wright, a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles. Kelly discusses the power of social media and how to set boundaries with technology, including email and the ever expanding virtual world. She also offers pro-tips on how to capitalize on telehealth to optimize patient care.   Resources: Dr. Kelly Wright on Twitter Dr. Kelly Wright on LinkedIn 48th Annual Scientific Meeting Social Media Committee Presents: Harnessing the Power of Social Media in Gynecological Medicine Think Again by Adam Grant

    31 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Reimagining residency with Dr. Helen Morgan

    In this episode, Dr. Cara King speaks with Dr. Helen Morgan, ​​Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Learning Health Sciences at the University of Michigan. Dr. Morgan shares her insights on the diversification of the physician workforce. She also discusses how to optimize residency interviews, including the benefits of a standardized letter of evaluation, and the integration of coaching with medical education. Dr. Morgan talks about American Medical Association’s (AMA) reimagining residency grant “Right Resident, Right Program, Ready Day One,” where she is currently co-investigator and program evaluation lead.   Resources: Dr. Helen Morgan Right Resident, Right Program, Ready Day One

    39 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Patient Advocacy with Dr. Veronica Lerner

    In this episode, Dr. Cara King speaks with Dr. Veronica Lerner, ​​a Gynecologic Surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Lerner shares how her journey in medicine began and the personal impact of growing up in a family from the former Soviet Union with a background in medicine, passionate about helping others. She talks about how she approaches surgical education today and the importance of considering time and surgical complexity when teaching. She also talks about how she believes simulation can help trainees fine tune their surgical training experience in the long run. Dr. King and Dr. Lerner have an in depth discussion on the value of honesty in leadership, the importance of patient advocacy and why focusing on the delivery of quality care, over being motivated by the furthering of science and teaching is necessary.   Resources: Dr. Veronica Lerner

    50 min

  5. EPISODE 4

    Navigating Career Transitions: Insights from Dr. Mireille Truong

    In an insightful episode of Unscrubbed, Dr. Cara King converses with the exceptional Dr. Mireille Truong, program director at Cedars-Sinai MIGS Fellowship and a luminary in surgical education. This episode delves into the journey of Dr. Truong from her initial fellowship to significant life transitions, including the shift from her position in Virginia to her current role in the vibrant city of Los Angeles. Dr. Truong shares her experiences and challenges faced when starting as an attending physician, building a MiGS program, and ultimately realizing her goal to establish a fellowship. With an undying passion for education, Dr. Truong navigates us through making mindful career choices while aligning with institutional goals. She emphasizes the importance of setting personal and career goals through short-term achievable actions, utilizing an executive coach, and striking harmony between professional aspirations and workplace culture. Dr. Truong recounts her vulnerable journey into motherhood, confronting postpartum depression, and the significance of supportive work environments during such transformative phases of life.   Resources: Dr. Mireille Truong’s LinkedIn

    1h 4m
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Host Cara King, DO, MS, gynecologic surgeon from the Cleveland Clinic, focuses on surgical and medical education, featuring interviews providing expert pearls, patient perspective, and practice-changing discussion. This serial podcast is created in collaboration with the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons. The information is provided for informational and educational purposes only.

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  • Creator
    Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  • Episodes
    38
  • Seasons
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2019 Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
  • Show Website
    Gynecologic Surgeons Unscrubbed