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The Neuro Experience
How this Surgeon Optimises his Sleep and Nutrition to Perform Better - Dr Karan Rajan
Jan 25, 2023
Dr. Karan Rajan discusses the importance of sleep, nutrition, and exercise for optimal performance in surgery. He also talks about the impact of social media on health outcomes and shares his experience using Instagram as a surgeon. The chapter explores the burden faced by doctors, the benefits of supplements, and the importance of rest, hydration, and observation in surgery. Additionally, it discusses the significance of sleep, nutrition, and exercise for overall health and addresses the divisive nature of nutrition on social media.
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- Surgery and elite athletic performance share similarities in terms of split-second decision-making, precision, and focus, highlighting the importance of a high-performance mindset for surgeons.
- Dr. Karan Rajan emphasizes the importance of sleep, supplementation, and exercise for optimal health, discussing their impact on cognitive abilities, mood, immune system, memory, and organ systems.
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Similarities between mindset of elite athletes and surgeons
Dr. Karan Rajan, an NHS general surgeon, shares insights on the similarities between the mindset of elite athletes and surgeons. He highlights how both professions require split-second decision-making, precision, and focus. The mindset of high-performance athletes can also be beneficial for surgeons, and Dr. Rajan discusses ways in which surgeons can optimize their brain and body, such as through sleep, supplementation, and exercise.
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