The author shares their experiences and challenges during their first year of general surgery residency, including being misunderstood initially and how their chiefs supported them. They also discuss the importance of first impressions, exceeding expectations, and recognizing the contributions of essential workers during the pandemic.
Craig Smith has been a heart surgeon for more than 40 years, and in that time he's saved the lives of ordinary patients and one former President of the United States. Today, he's on the show to reflect on his vocation and what it means to be a servant leader.