Behind the OR

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Welcome to Behind the OR, the Peters Surgical Podcast Channel ! Step into the hidden world of surgery as we pull back the curtain on what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. In each episode, expert surgeons reveal the intricacies of their craft, share insights on groundbreaking procedures, and discuss the realities of their daily lives both inside and outside the OR. Welcome to Behind the OR, where we bring you closer to the heart of surgical excellence. In this podcast, we explore the full scope of surgical practice, from the precise techniques used in the OR to the personal experiences and challenges surgeons face in their daily lives. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of surgery, guided by the expertise and passion of those who save lives every day. Take off your gloves, take a breath and let's talk behind the OR.  

  1. S2 - Episode 1 : From Germany to Nancy with Dr Tristan Ehrlich

    APR 14

    S2 - Episode 1 : From Germany to Nancy with Dr Tristan Ehrlich

    In this new season of Behind the OR, we are very pleased to welcome Dr. Tristan Ehrlich who shares his journey from Germany to France and how it shaped his approach to aortic valve repair. Trained in Germany alongside leading experts, he developed a rigorous, structured vision of valve repair as both a technique and a philosophy. Now based in Nancy, he is actively building a standardized aortic valve repair program, combining surgical precision, team training, and continuous data evaluation. Dr. Ehrlich discusses the challenges of training abroad, the importance of fostering a “repair mindset,” and his ambition to establish Nancy as a leading center for innovation, research, and education in valve repair. This episode highlights how collaboration, discipline, and knowledge-sharing are key to making valve repair a new standard in cardiac surgery.   About the speaker Tristan Ehrlich graduated in 2016 as a medical doctor at the University of Lorraine – France. After that, he started his residency in cardiac surgery at the Saarland University with Prof. Schäfers. Currently he is a cardiac surgeon in Nancy Hospital (France). His area of interest are adult cardiac surgery with focus on aortic valve repair and aortic surgery. LinkedIn Profile: Tristan Ehrlich | LinkedIn   About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Advanced Medical Solutions. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Visitez notre site web ici : https://admedsol.com/

    11 min
  2. S2 - Episode 1 : De l'Allemagne à Nancy avec le Dr Tristan Ehrlich

    APR 14

    S2 - Episode 1 : De l'Allemagne à Nancy avec le Dr Tristan Ehrlich

    Dans cette nouvelle saison de Behind the OR, nous avons le plaisir d'accueillir le Dr Tristan Ehrlich revient sur son parcours de formation en Allemagne et sur la manière dont cette expérience a façonné sa vision de la réparation valvulaire aortique. Formé aux côtés d’experts de référence, il y a acquis une approche rigoureuse et structurée, faisant de la réparation valvulaire bien plus qu’une technique : une véritable philosophie. Aujourd’hui à Nancy, il développe un programme standardisé de réparation valvulaire, fondé sur la précision chirurgicale, la formation des équipes et l’analyse continue des résultats. Il partage également les défis de la formation à l’international, l’importance de diffuser une “culture de la réparation” et son ambition de faire de Nancy un centre de référence en matière d’innovation, de recherche et d’enseignement. Un épisode inspirant qui met en lumière le rôle essentiel de la collaboration, de la rigueur et du partage des connaissances pour faire de la réparation valvulaire un nouveau standard en chirurgie cardiaque.   A propos de l'orateur Tristan Ehrlich a obtenu son diplôme de médecine en 2016 à l'Université de Lorraine, en France. Il a ensuite commencé son internat en chirurgie cardiaque à l'Université de la Sarre, sous la direction du professeur Schäfers. Il est actuellement Chirurgien Cardiaque au CHU de Nancy (France). Il s'intéresse particulièrement à la chirurgie cardiaque chez l'adulte, notamment à la réparation de la valve aortique et à la chirurgie aortique. Profil LinkedIn : Tristan Ehrlich | LinkedIn   A propos de Behind the OR Behind the OR est la chaine de podcast officiel de Advanced Medical Solutions. Nous vous invitons à pénétrer dans le monde de la chirurgie et à découvrir ce qui se passe derrière les portes fermées du bloc opératoire et au-delà. Chaque épisode présente des conversations approfondies avec des chirurgiens experts, donnant un aperçu des dernières techniques chirurgicales, des innovations et de la vie quotidienne de ceux qui se consacrent à sauver des vies. Visitez notre site web ici : https://admedsol.com/

    11 min
  3. Episode 13 : A Day in the OR with Dr. Mahmoud Diab

    06/24/2025

    Episode 13 : A Day in the OR with Dr. Mahmoud Diab

    In this new episode of Behind the OR with Dr. Mahmoud Diab, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Rotenburg , we dive into the everyday reality of a cardiac surgeon performing minimally invasive CABG procedures. After discussing patient selection and technical aspects in our previous episodes, this time we explore Dr. Diab’s OR routines, preferred tools, and mindset during surgery. We uncover his views on operating room dynamics, the importance of team communication, and how technology—such as 3D cameras and robotics—is shaping the future of minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He also shares valuable advice for surgeons looking to start their journey in this technique.    About the speaker Dr. Mahmoud Diab is a renowned cardiac surgeon recognized for his expertise in complex heart surgeries and innovative surgical techniques. With a career spanning several decades, he has significantly contributed to advancements in cardiac surgery, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Diab's commitment to patient care and surgical excellence has earned him a distinguished reputation in the medical community. He is also a dedicated mentor, training the next generation of cardiac surgeons and continually pushing the boundaries of cardiovascular medicine.  LinkedIn profile: Mahmoud Diab | LinkedIn;   About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.  Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/

    10 min
  4. Episode 12 : Part C - Evolution in cardiac surgery with Dr. Celmeta

    04/23/2025

    Episode 12 : Part C - Evolution in cardiac surgery with Dr. Celmeta

    In this episode, Dr Bleri CELMETA takes us on a powerful journey through the history of open-heart surgery — from the pioneering work of John Gibbon and C. Walton Lillehei to the evolution of minimally invasive and robotic approaches. Discover how cardiac surgery progressed from experimental beginnings to life-saving daily procedures, and how innovation continues to shape the operating room. Dr. Bleri Celmeta is a cardiac surgeon operating on the Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Unit in Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio Hospital (Milan, Italy). He graduated in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Padova-Italy in 2014, then completed his residency program in Cardiac Surgery in the same university in 2020. His professional background included also a fellowship in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery in the University Hospital of Nantes-France (2019-2020).   He is the author of numerous publications and conference presentations with particular interest in minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and review editor of various international Journals (Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, Frontiers in Surgery, Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery, among others). Dr. Celmeta is a member of the Working Group on Cardiovascular Surgery - European Society of Cardiology (ESC), Italian Cardiac Surgery Society (SICCH) and Italian Society of Echocardiography and Cardiovascular Imaging (SIECVI).  LinkedIn profile: Bleri Celmeta | LinkedIn     About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.  Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/

    9 min
  5. Episode 11 - Part C : Back Home (FR)

    03/10/2025

    Episode 11 - Part C : Back Home (FR)

    Dans cet épisode, le Dr Hassan DEBBAGH partage son expérience en matière de constitution d'une équipe chirurgicale cardiovasculaire performante. Des défis professionnels aux infrastructures essentielles, en passant par la sélection du personnel et la collaboration, découvrez les facteurs clés qui garantissent la sécurité des patients et l'excellence chirurgicale. Écoutez maintenant pour obtenir des informations précieuses sur la logistique et la dynamique humaine de la constitution d'une équipe en chirurgie cardiaque ! Après 20 années d’expatriation en France, entre Paris, les Antilles-Guyane et Toulouse, le Dr Hassan DEBBAGH, Chirurgien cardio-vasculaire, a décidé d’exercer au Maroc, son pays d’origine. Entre légitimité et challenge, le grand saut dans l’inconnu ne s’est pas fait attendre : composer une équipe et proposer ses compétences dans ce qui pourrait être considéré comme un désert médical dans sa spécialité lui tenait réellement à cœur. Sa première intervention se focalisera sur les raisons l’ayant amené à prendre cette décision de vie, puis les différents aspects qu’il aura dû considérer dans son approche d’un environnement médico-social, qui n’avait certainement pas attendu son retour pour évoluer.  Le Dr Hassan DEBBAGH est passionné de chirurgie valvulaire conservatrice, de chirurgie aortique, d’assistance circulatoire et de transplantation. Il a fait partie de l’unité mobile d’assistance circulatoire des Antilles Françaises et a été vice-président de l’association des jeunes chirurgiens thoraciques et cardiovasculaires français. Il aspire plus récemment à être une force de propositions au sein de l’écosystème sanitaire marocain  Visitez son profil LinkedIn : Hassan Debbagh - LinkedIn   À propos de Behind the OR Behind the OR est la chaine de podcast officiel de Peters Surgical. Nous vous invitons à pénétrer dans le monde de la chirurgie et à découvrir ce qui se passe derrière les portes fermées du bloc opératoire et au-delà. Chaque épisode présente des conversations approfondies avec des chirurgiens experts, donnant un aperçu des dernières techniques chirurgicales, des innovations et de la vie quotidienne de ceux qui se consacrent à sauver des vies. Fondée en 1926, Peters Surgical est une société française présente dans plus de 90 pays. En tant que groupe de référence pour les pratiques chirurgicales dans le monde entier, nous nous consacrons à l'amélioration des résultats chirurgicaux grâce à des dispositifs médicaux innovants, notamment des sutures chirurgicales, des clips hémostatiques et de la colle chirurgicale. Notre expertise réside dans la conception, la fabrication et la distribution de ces dispositifs.  Visitez notre site web ici : https://peters-surgical.fr/

    11 min
  6. Episode 11 - Part C : Back Home (EN)

    03/10/2025

    Episode 11 - Part C : Back Home (EN)

    In this episode, Dr. Hassan DEBBAGH shares his experience in assembling a successful cardiovascular surgical team. From professional challenges to essential infrastructure, staff selection, and collaboration, discover the key factors that ensure patient safety and surgical excellence. Listen now to gain valuable insights into the logistics and human dynamics of team building in cardiac surgery! After 20 years of expatriation in France, between Paris, the French West Indies and Toulouse, Dr. Hassan DEBBAGH, a cardiovascular surgeon, decided to practice in Morocco, his country of origin. Between legitimacy and challenge, the leap into the unknown did not wait: assembling a team and offering his skills in what could be considered a medical desert in his specialty was truly important to him.  Dr Hassan DEBBAGH is passionate about valve repair and aortic surgery, circulatory assistance and transplantation. He has been part of the French-Carribean Mobile Circulatory Assistance Unit, Vice-President of the French Association of Young Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgeons. His recent ambition is to be a driving force of proposals in the Moroccan healthcare ecosystem.  Visit his LinkedIn Profile : Hassan Debbagh - LinkedIn   About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.  Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/

    11 min
  7. Episode 10 - Part B : What is a Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)?

    02/06/2025

    Episode 10 - Part B : What is a Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)?

    In this episode, Dr. Mahmoud Diab dives into the technical aspects of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). From patient selection to surgical techniques and innovative tools, discover how these advancements are improving outcomes and reshaping cardiac surgery practices.  Dr. Mahmoud Diab is a renowned cardiac surgeon recognized for his expertise in complex heart surgeries and innovative surgical techniques. With a career spanning several decades, he has significantly contributed to advancements in cardiac surgery, particularly in minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Diab's commitment to patient care and surgical excellence has earned him a distinguished reputation in the medical community. He is also a dedicated mentor, training the next generation of cardiac surgeons and continually pushing the boundaries of cardiovascular medicine.    LinkedIn profile: Mahmoud Diab | LinkedIn;   About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.  Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/

    14 min
  8. Episode 9 : The Value of Robotic Coronary Surgery in the Current Era of Bypass Grafting

    01/09/2025

    Episode 9 : The Value of Robotic Coronary Surgery in the Current Era of Bypass Grafting

    In this episode, Dr. Gianluca Torregrossa, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Lankenau Heart Institute in Philadelphia, discusses the advancements and potential of robotic coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). From minimally invasive techniques to the future of total endoscopic CABG (TCAB), he shares insights into how these innovations improve outcomes, reduce recovery time, and offer new hope for patients with complex coronary artery disease.  Discover how robotic platforms are transforming cardiac surgery and the need to inspire the next generation of specialized surgeons.  Dr TORREGROSSA was graduated from the University of Padua Itlay in 2006. In 2011, he was a part of the team who implanted the first total artificial Heart in Italy. Few years later he was appointed Associate director of Robotic Heart Surgery at Mount Sinai St Luke (NYC), then joined the Cardiac Robotic and Minimally Invasive Division of Surgery at University of Chicago and since 2021 he is the Director of the Robotic Coronary Program in Main Health Hospital Philadelphia. Dr Torregrossa is the author of more than 80 publications in peer-reviewed journals, including 1 book. He serves as reviewer for several journals, and his current h index is 12. Finally, he speaks 4 languages and crossed the Sahara twice on his motorbike.  Visit his LinkedIn profile: Gianluca Torregrossa | LinkedIn   About Behind the OR Behind the OR is the official podcast channel by Peters Surgical. Here, we invite you to step into the world of surgery, where we uncover what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. Each episode features in-depth conversations with expert surgeons, providing insights into the latest surgical techniques, innovations, and the daily lives of those who dedicate themselves to saving lives. Founded in 1926, Peters Surgical is a French company with a global presence in over 90 countries. As a reference group for surgical practices worldwide, we are dedicated to improving surgical outcomes through innovative medical devices, including surgical sutures, hemostatic clips, and surgical glue. Our expertise lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing these devices.  Visit our website here : https://peters-surgical.com/

    11 min
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Welcome to Behind the OR, the Peters Surgical Podcast Channel ! Step into the hidden world of surgery as we pull back the curtain on what happens behind the closed doors of the operating room and beyond. In each episode, expert surgeons reveal the intricacies of their craft, share insights on groundbreaking procedures, and discuss the realities of their daily lives both inside and outside the OR. Welcome to Behind the OR, where we bring you closer to the heart of surgical excellence. In this podcast, we explore the full scope of surgical practice, from the precise techniques used in the OR to the personal experiences and challenges surgeons face in their daily lives. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of surgery, guided by the expertise and passion of those who save lives every day. Take off your gloves, take a breath and let's talk behind the OR.  

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  • Creator
    Advanced Medical Solutions
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
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