Martin Zielinski

Dr. Martin Zielinski, a Professor of Surgery at the Mayo Clinic, dives into the complexities of bowel obstruction management. He explains the significance of imaging and clinical findings, emphasizing the need for careful assessment before surgery. The podcast highlights the innovative Gastrografin swallow protocol for treating small bowel obstruction. Zielinski discusses tailored surgical strategies, nutritional management, and the importance of biomarkers, shedding light on optimizing patient outcomes in this critical area of trauma care.