Promising Young Surgeon

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we explore the challenges and triumphs of parenthood during medical training. As the medical workforce becomes increasingly female, the experience of resident physicians who are also parents is evolving. We dive into a 2022 study from the University of Alberta that examines the residency training experiences of residents with children, highlightin...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we tackle a topic that's vital to the growth and development of every medical trainee: feedback. Feedback is a cornerstone of medical education, both giving and receiving it. But the culture around feedback and how we approach it can be tricky.   In today's episode, we have Dr. Paul Tran, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Phoenix Children's a...

**This episode discusses sensitive topics, including sexual assault in the workplace. We understand that these conversations can be difficult or triggering for some listeners. Please take care of yourself and listen with caution. If you or someone you know is affected by these issues, we encourage you to seek support from a trusted professional or a local support service. In the Season 4 premiere...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we delve into the vital role of clinical history in diagnosing and treating multifactorial laryngeal problems with Dr. Frances Mei Hardin. Dr. Hardin shares her insights on common conditions like globus sensation and chronic throat clearing, emphasizing the importance of a thorough and algorithmic approach to patient history. She discusses how lif...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we explore the impact of cognitive distortions on our thought patterns and how they can subtly influence our professional lives. Dr. Brittany Busse joins us to share her inspiring journey of overcoming career setbacks after being forced out of a surgical residency program. Dr. Busse, a physician and co-founder of Vitel Health, discusses her transi...

In this week’s episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we explore the fascinating and multifaceted career of Dr. Anthony Chin-quee. From his beginnings as an otolaryngologist to his current roles as a television writer and memoir author, Dr. Chin-quee shares his unique journey and the lessons learned along the way. We discuss his work on shows like Grey's Anatomy and The Resident, the challenges of me...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we explore the critical yet often overlooked skills of interpersonal effectiveness and the impact of mindset on professional growth. Dr. Frances Mei Hardin kicks off the discussion by delving into the importance of interpersonal effectiveness skills, which she believes are as crucial as clinical expertise for a successful medical career. She intro...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we welcome Dr. Christopher Kennel, an ENT surgeon who has transitioned his practice from the US to New Zealand. Dr. Kennel shares his unique perspective on the dynamics of the operating room in New Zealand, his teaching philosophy as an attending, and the profound impact of his previous career as a carpenter on his medical training. Join us as we...

In this week’s episode of Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin is joined by Melisse Prusinski, a certified hypnotherapist, to explore the fascinating world of hypnosis and its applications for healthcare professionals. Missy provides a comprehensive introduction to hypnosis, debunking common myths and highlighting its benefits for stress reduction, trauma recovery, and enhanced creativi...

In this week’s episode of Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin delves into the fascinating world of women in medicine and the impact of surgeon sex on patient outcomes. Dr. Hardin reviews a groundbreaking JAMA surgery publication that examines the association of surgeon sex with long-term postoperative outcomes in over a million patients.   Joining Frances Mei is Dr. Noam Raiter, a...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin is joined by Peter Weber, an airline pilot and television personality, to explore the valuable lessons that healthcare workers can learn from the aviation industry. They discuss Peter's journey to becoming a pilot, the rigorous training involved, and how his experiences in aviation have parallels with the medical field, espe...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin is joined by Dr. Ceisha Ukatu, an accomplished female ENT surgeon, to discuss the underrepresentation and unique challenges faced by minorities, particularly black physicians, in surgical training. With black ENT surgeons making up only 1% of all ENT specialists in the U.S., Dr. Ukatu shares her inspiring journey, from her c...

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we delve into the hidden curriculum of medical training with Dr. Joanne Loethen. The hidden curriculum encompasses the informal lessons imparted through respect, language, demeanor, and attitude towards colleagues, team members, and patients. Dr. Loethen, an assistant professor of internal medicine and pediatrics at the University of Missouri Kans...

Join Dr. Frances Mei Hardin as she welcomes Dr. Philip Sossenheimer, the trailblazing leader of the Stanford Residency unionization efforts. This week, they tackle the transformative power of collective action within the medical community. Dr. Sossenheimer, a Stanford palliative care fellow and seasoned organizer, shares his insights on the pivotal role of unions in advocating for resident well-be...

On this week’s Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin and her husband Colin share an intimate look at the dynamics of their relationship during her years of residency. From their serendipitous meeting to navigating professional and personal milestones together, they reveal the challenges and triumphs of building a life while immersed in the demanding world of medical training. Listen as t...

On this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, Dr. Frances Mei Hardin welcomes Dr. Laura Vater, a compassionate oncologist and advocate for clinician well-being, to delve into the sensitive topics of medical error and compassion fatigue. They unpack the concept of Code Lavender, a support system for healthcare workers post-traumatic events, and discuss the impact of medical errors on physicians' ment...

In this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, our special guest, Dr. Stefanie Simmons, shares her intimate mental health journey and sheds light on the transformative work of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation in advocating for the well-being of healthcare professionals and the de-stigmatization of seeking mental health care. Discover the challenges physicians face in accessing care due to fears...

On this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we sit down with Dr. Valerie Libby, an OB-GYN and expert in reproductive endocrinology and fertility at Shady Grove Fertility in Atlanta. Dr. Libby shares her profound insights on the alarming rates of infertility and pregnancy complications among female surgeons, and how her own experiences with IVF have led her to pioneer a groundbreaking egg freezing...

Welcome to Season 2 of Promising Young Surgeon with Dr. Frances Mei Hardin! In this episode, Frances Mei leads us into the nerve-racking yet critical world of distress tolerance skills. With the precision of a seasoned surgeon, she dissects the importance of these skills not just in the high-stakes environment of the operating room, but as a superpower in everyday life. From the tale of a tense mo...

In this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we delve into the life-changing decision of Chelsea Turgeon, a former OB-GYN resident who bravely stepped away from the path of traditional medicine to carve out her own dream life. Chelsea, now a career transformation coach, best-selling author, and full-time digital nomad, shares her journey from academic excellence to the realization that her true cal...

This week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon invites us to challenge the status quo and reconsider our understanding of excellence in medicine. Colin Royal returns to introduce us to the concept of mediocrity as a strategic tool, not as a compromise of care but as a means to maintain a well-rounded life and a sustainable career in healthcare. He argues that by allowing ourselves a margin of exce...

**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about substance abuse, including alcohol and prescription drugs, as well as themes related to suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with these issues, please seek appropriate support. On this compelling episode of 'Promising Young Surgeon', we delve into the powerful narrative of Dr. Courtney Barrows M...

In this week’s episode of "Promising Young Surgeon," we peel back the curtain on a topic that often remains hidden in the shadows of the medical community: the experience of minorities in non-diverse residency programs. Dr. Frances Mei shares her personal journey through the lens of her own residency—where her height and ethnicity made her stand out in the small, Midwestern college town she called...

This week on 'Promising Young Surgeon', we're joined by the multifaceted Dr. Ellie DeJong, who shares her story of dual residency in Pediatrics and Anesthesiology and the importance of mental health for medical professionals. Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of a promising young surgeon who is redefining what it means to navigate the medical field. Tune in and be part of the conve...

In this episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we're not just talking medicine – we're dissecting the anatomy of the workplace with Colin Royal. Learn how to increase your mental agility, navigate office politics with finesse, and understand the power dynamics that shape your professional world. Whether it's discussing the Gervais Principle or exploring the separation of tasks, this episode is packed...