Gut Check

the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons
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From clinical cases to career stages, we talk about the life and practice of colorectal surgeons from "top-to-bottom". Gut Check is the official podcast of the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons.

  1. 15/12/2025

    Ep. 67 - Navigating within Safety Net Hospitals

    Our hosts dig into the realities, challenges, and triumphs of caring for patients in America's safety-net hospitals. Despite having no single, universally accepted definition, safety-net hospitals share common threads: they serve high volumes of Medicaid and uninsured patients, operate with limited resources, and play an outsized role in supporting the health of vulnerable communities. Listen in as hosts discuss the policy and funding structures that shape these hospitals, and the lived experiences of surgeons working within them.

    47 min

  2. 24/11/2025

    Ep. 66 - CMS Physician Fee Schedule Changes & Proposed Changes with guest Dr. Chris Childers

    In this timely episode of Gut Check, the hosts sit down with Dr. Chris Childers, surgeon, researcher, and health policy expert, to unpack the latest CMS Physician Fee Schedule proposals that could reshape practice in 2026.

    47 min

  3. 22/09/2025

    Ep. 65 - Parting Thoughts from the Founding Hosts

    Since Gut Check launched three years ago, Dr. Jonathan Abelson and Dr. Erin King-Mullins have helped shape its voice—sparking candid conversations, sharing laughs, and building memorable connections with guests and listeners alike. In this special farewell episode, they revisit the interviews that left a lasting mark, the buzz of the 2024 and 2025 live shows, and the surprises that made hosting so rewarding. As they pass the mic to the continuing Gut Check team, Jon and Erin share their hopes for what's ahead—and a reminder that at its core, the show has always been about the community it serves.

    23 min

  4. 18/08/2025

    Ep. 64 - Is It OK to Say No?

    Join our hosts for a candid conversation about one of the hardest—but most powerful—words to say: no. In a world full of opportunities, requests, and expectations, how do professionals protect their time without closing doors? This episode dives into the real-life challenge of setting boundaries, weighing what to say yes to, and recognizing your value when new commitments come your way. The hosts share personal insights and practical tips on how to turn down asks with confidence—and kindness—while staying true to what matters most.

    41 min

  5. 21/07/2025

    Ep. 63 - Gut Check Live in San Diego!

    In this special live-recorded episode of Gut Check, your favorite hosts return to the mic from the ASCRS Annual Meeting in San Diego. Recorded in front of a live audience for the second year in a row, this episode captures unscripted Q&A with attendees, reflections on standout sessions, and personal highlights from this year's meeting.   The conversation spans everything from regional society meetings to the complexities of operating on friends and family members. Plus, former Gut Check host Avery Walker drops by and shares a few insights of his own. Enjoy this fun, candid, and content-packed listen straight from the heart of the meeting.

    57 min

  6. 23/06/2025

    Ep. 62 - Contributions of Minorities in Colorectal Surgery with Dr. Moises Jacobs

    In this episode, Gut Check hosts sit down with Dr. Moises Jacobs—world-renowned laparoscopic surgery pioneer in Miami, FL. Dr. Jacobs shares his journey from medical school at the University of Miami to becoming a trailblazer in bariatric and colorectal surgery. Dr. Jacobs reflects on the challenges and triumphs of being a minority surgeon, and opens up about challenges of losing a patient.

    38 min

  7. 27/05/2025

    Ep. 61 - The Health and Wellness of a Colorectal Surgeon

    In this candid episode, join our hosts as they tackle the critical topic of health, wellness, and burnout in surgery. Drawing from their own personal experiences, they share the practical strategies they use to maintain balance, build resilience, and foster joy both in and out of the operating room.   But this conversation goes beyond coping mechanisms. Our hosts dive deep into the root causes of stress in the surgical profession and explore what it means to proactively design healthier, happier workplaces. They discuss how shifting the focus from individual stress management to eliminating systemic stressors can lead to more sustainable change.

    46 min

  8. 21/04/2025

    Ep. 60 - Family Planning and Work-Life Integration

    Join Biddy, Meghana and Alexis as they discuss the complexities of family planning and maintaining a healthy work-life balance within a demanding surgical career. From planning for parental leave and fertility preservation during pivotal career moments to carving out space for family, social connection, and personal renewal, this conversation explores what it means to show up fully in every role. With the recognition that real support matters, we're also proud to offer on-site childcare at this year's ASCRS Annual Scientific Meeting—part of a growing effort to make our professional spaces more inclusive and sustainable for working parents.

    40 min
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From clinical cases to career stages, we talk about the life and practice of colorectal surgeons from "top-to-bottom". Gut Check is the official podcast of the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons.

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  • Creator
    the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Gut Check

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