How can residents maximize their surgical skills development and personal growth during the grueling years of urology residency? In the second edition of the BackTable Urology podcast’s PGY Playlist series, host Dr. Gina Badalato interviews Dr. George Moran, a chief resident from Columbia University, about his recommended strategies.
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SYNPOSIS
Dr. Moran shares his approach to studying medical guidelines, using the spaced repetition app, Anki, and preparing for the annual in-service exam. The doctors also discuss GAMERS, a surgical simulation competition started by Dr. Moran intended to improve robotic skills. Finally, Dr. Moran speaks to the importance of adaptability, personalization, and mentorship in effective learning during residency.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
02:38 - Strategies for Learning Medical Knowledge
09:08 - Preparing for Exams
16:14 - Robotic Simulation
21:46 - Final Wisdom
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