Reconstructive Minds

Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
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Reconstructive Minds is a podcast created to demystify plastic surgery for medical students. Through theme-based conversations with attendings and residents, the series explores the full breadth of the specialty - from microsurgery and hand to craniofacial, burn, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. Each episode blends clinical insight, academic pathways, research innovation, and personal reflection, offering listeners a deeper understanding of what plastic surgery truly is beyond common misconceptions.

Episódios

  1. 5 de jun.

    Ep. 2: Paediatric and Global Plastic Surgery (w/ Dr. Johanna Riesel)

    Welcome to Episode 2 of Reconstructive Minds, a podcast dedicated to demystifying plastic and reconstructive surgery for medical students across Canada and beyond! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Johanna Riesel, a paediatric craniofacial surgeon at the Hospital for Sick Children (Toronto, ON) and Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Together, we explore the breadth of plastic surgery, with a focus on paediatric plastic and reconstructive surgery, global surgery, surgical education, and surgeon wellness. We discuss Dr. Riesel’s career journey, her perspectives on building a meaningful career in surgery, and much more! Whether you're early in medical school or considering a future in plastic surgery, this episode offers valuable insights from one of Canada’s leading paediatric craniofacial surgeons. This episode is brought to you by medical students at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Date of Recording: May 25th, 2026Guest: Dr. Johanna Riesel, MD, MHPE, FRCSCHosts: Valentina Shamoun (2T8) and Parsa Razeghi (2T8)Producer: Joseph Elgallad (2T8)Logistics: Valentina Shamoun (2T8), Parsa Razeghi (2T8), Joseph Elgallad (2T8), and Gursharan Marwaha (2T9)

    44 min

  2. 14 de fev.

    Ep. 1: What is Plastic Surgery? (w/ Dr. Kyle Wanzel)

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of Reconstructive Minds, a podcast dedicated to demystifying plastic and reconstructive surgery for medical students across Canada and beyond! In Episode 1, we sit down live with Dr. Kyle Wanzel, the Program Director of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency program at the University of Toronto and Head of Plastic Surgery at St. Joseph’s Health Centre (Toronto, ON). Together, we explore the true breadth of plastic surgery, pathways to career exploration within the field, what makes training at the University of Toronto unique, and much more! Whether you're early in medical school or actively considering a career in plastic surgery, this episode offers insight into the specialty from one of Canada’s leading educators and plastic surgeons. This episode is brought to you by medical students at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Date of Recording: February 4th, 2026Host: Valentina Shamoun (2T8)Guest: Dr. Kyle Wanzel, MD, MEd, FRCS(C)Podcast Logistics: Dalal Mahir (2T8), Parsa Razeghi (2T8), Valentina Shamoun (2T8), Yasmin Meghdadi (2T8), and Gursharan Marwaha (2T9)Microphone/Audio Support and Editing: Joseph Elgallad (2T8)

    51 min
  • 2 episódios

Sobre

Reconstructive Minds is a podcast created to demystify plastic surgery for medical students. Through theme-based conversations with attendings and residents, the series explores the full breadth of the specialty - from microsurgery and hand to craniofacial, burn, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. Each episode blends clinical insight, academic pathways, research innovation, and personal reflection, offering listeners a deeper understanding of what plastic surgery truly is beyond common misconceptions.

Informações

  • Criado por
    Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
  • Anos de atividade
    2 mil
  • Episódios
    2
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
  • Site do podcast
    Reconstructive Minds