

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast
Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast
Behind the Knife is the world’s #1 surgery podcast. From high-yield educational topics to interviews with leaders in the field, Behind the Knife delivers the information you need to know. Tune in for timely, relevant, and engaging content designed to help you DOMINATE THE DAY!
Behind the Knife is more than a podcast. Visit www.behindtheknife.org to learn more.
Behind the Knife is more than a podcast. Visit www.behindtheknife.org to learn more.
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Jan 1, 2025 • 39min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Critical Care
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 31, 2024 • 54min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Trauma - Part 2
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 30, 2024 • 46min
Clinical Challenges in Burn Surgery: Inhalation Injury
A nearby house fire has brought several patients to your hospital via ambulance, where you are the sole provider on duty. These patients require urgent triage and stabilization before transfer to the regional burn center. You are very concerned about inhalation injury and are tasked with making complex clinical decisions in a high-pressure situation. What are the next steps? Join Drs. Kevin Foster, Tina Palmeri, Ryan Rihani, Tommy Tran, and Kiran Dyamenahalli as they explore the intricacies of managing smoke inhalation injury and more!
Hosts:
Tommy Tran, Tristar Skyline Medical Center
Kiran Dyamenahalli, MGH Sumner Redstone Burn Center
Kevin Foster, Arizona Burn Center
Tina Palmeri, UC Davis Firefighters Burn Institute Regional Burn Center
Ryan Rihani, UT Health Dunn Burn Center
Tam Pham, Harborview Medical Center (Editor)
Learning Objectives:
Understand the etiology and common scenarios associated with inhalation injury
Understand the effect of inhalation injury on morbidity and mortality
Describe indications for invasive airway management (intubation, bronchoscopy, and mechanical ventilation).
Describe complications of inhalation injury and their management.
References:
Fournier, M., Turgeon, A. F., Doucette, S., Morrisette, M., Archambault, P., & Bouchard, N. (2016). Nebulized heparin for inhalation injury in burn patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Critical Care, 20(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13054-016-1285-8
Norris, C., LaLonde, C., Slater, H., & Purser, D. (2005). Survival from inhalation injury. Burns, 31(7), 803-815. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.burns.2005.04.003
Li, W., Tang, X., Chen, Y., & Zhao, Z. (2021). Update on smoke inhalation injury: Pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment. Journal of Thoracic Disease, 13(4), 1797-1808. https://doi.org/10.21037/jtd-20-3328
Hahn, S. M., Kim, Y. H., Kim, K. H., & Lee, S. U. (2020). Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of smoke inhalation injury in burn patients. Acute and Critical Care, 35(1), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.4266/acc.2020.00175
Bittner, E. A., Shank, E., Woodson, L., & Martyn, J. A. (2015). Acute and long-term outcomes of burn injuries: A focus on inhalation injury. Clinics in Chest Medicine, 36(4), 549-560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ccm.2015.08.007
Romanowski, K. S., & Palmieri, T. L. (2019). Inhalation injury in burns: Pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 40(5), 517-523. https://doi.org/10.1093/jbcr/irz123
Dyamenahalli, K., Garg, G., Shupp, J. W., Kuprys, P. V., Choudhry, M. A., & Kovacs, E. J. (2019). Inhalation injury: Unmet clinical needs and future research. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 40(5), 570-584. https://doi.org/10.1093/jbcr/irz055
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Dec 27, 2024 • 41min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Trauma - Part 1
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 26, 2024 • 44min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Hematology
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 10min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Breast
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

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Dec 24, 2024 • 37min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Thoracic
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 23, 2024 • 47min
Clinical Challenges in Surgical Education: Exploring Professional Development Time (PDT) and Professional Identity Formation (PIF)
In this episode, podcast hosts Dr. Josh Roshal, Dr. Darian Hoagland, and Dr. Maya Hunt discuss the ins and outs of professional development time (PDT) and professional identity formation (PIF) during surgical training. Joined by insights from fellow CoSEF members, the team dives into key topics such as mentorship, timing, and making the most of this critical phase in residency. From rapid-fire tips to personal reflections, this episode offers a wealth of advice for trainees considering their PDT and PIF..
Episode Hosts:
–Dr. Josh Roshal, University of Texas Medical Branch, @Joshua_Roshal, jaroshal@utmb.edu
–Dr. Darian Hoagland, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, @DHoaglandMD, dlhoagla@bidmc.harvard.edu
–Dr. Maya Hunt, Indiana University, @dr_mayathehunt, mayahunt@iu.edu
–CoSEF: @surgedfellows, cosef.org
Guests:
-Dr. Ariana Naaseh, Washington University in St. Louis, @ariananaaseh, a.naaseh@wustl.edu
-Dr. Colleen McDermott, University of Utah, @ColleenMcDMD, Colleen.McDermott@hsc.utah.edu
-Dr. Shahnur Ahmed, Indiana University, shahme@iu.edu
-Dr. Xinyi “Cathy” Luo, Tulane University, @DoctorSoySauce, xluo@tulane.edu
-Dr. Ananya Anand, Stanford University, @AnanyaAnandMD, aa24@stanford.edu
References:
Smith SM, Chugh PV, Song C, Kim K, Whang E, Kristo G. Perspectives of Surgical Research Residents on Improving Their Reentry Into Clinical Training. J Surg Educ. 2024 Nov;81(11):1491-1497. doi: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2024.07.005. Epub 2024 Aug 31. PMID: 39217679. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39217679/
Kochis MA, Cron DC, Coe TM, Secor JD, Guyer RA, Brownlee SA, Carney K, Mullen JT, Lillemoe KD, Liao EC, Boland GM. Implementation and Evaluation of an Academic Development Rotation for Surgery Residents. J Surg Educ. 2024 Nov;81(11):1748-1755. doi: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2024.08.015. Epub 2024 Sep 23. PMID: 39317122. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39317122/
Gkiousias V. Scalpel Please! A Scoping Review Dissecting the Factors and Influences on Professional Identity Development of Trainees Within Surgical Programs. Cureus. 2021;13(12):e20105. doi:10.7759/cureus.20105 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35003955/
Rivard SJ, Vitous CA, De Roo AC, et al. “The captain of the ship.” A qualitative investigation of surgeon identity formation. Am J Surg. 2022;224(1 Pt B):284-291. doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.01.010 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35168761/
Irby DM, Cooke M, O’Brien BC. Calls for reform of medical education by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching: 1910 and 2010. Acad Med J Assoc Am Med Coll. 2010;85(2):220-227. doi:10.1097/ACM.0b013e3181c88449 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20107346/
Veazey Brooks J, Bosk CL. Remaking surgical socialization: work hour restrictions, rites of passage, and occupational identity. Soc Sci Med 1982. 2012;75(9):1625-1632.doi:10.1016/j.socscimed.2012.07.007 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22863331/
Cruess RL, Cruess SR, Boudreau JD, Snell L, Steinert Y. A schematic representation of the professional identity formation and socialization of medical students and residents: a guide for medical educators. Acad Med J Assoc Am Med Coll.2015;90(6):718-725.doi:10.1097/ACM.0000000000000700 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25785682/
Huffman EM, Anderson TN, Choi JN, Smith BK. Why the Lab? What is Really Motivating General Surgery Residents to Take Time for Dedicated Research. J SurgEduc.2020;77(6):e39-e46.doi:10.1016/j.jsurg.2020.07.034 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32768383/
Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 20, 2024 • 49min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Vascular - Part 2
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.

Dec 19, 2024 • 48min
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 - Vascular - Part 1
Behind the Knife ABSITE 2025 – Up-to-date and high yield learning to help you DOMINATE the exam.
Don’t forget to check out our ABSITE Podcast Companion Book available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Behind-Knife-ABSITE-Podcast-Companion/dp/B0CLDQWZG3/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Be sure to check out our brand new free study aid, which includes all 32 review episodes, brief written summaries, high yield images, and flash cards. Simply create an account on our iOS or Android app or on our website and you will find the entire course in your Library.
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app
Behind the Knife would like to sincerely thank Medtronic for sponsoring the entire 2025 ABSITE podcast series. Medtronic has a rich history of supporting surgical education, and we couldn’t be happier that they chose to partner with Behind the Knife. Learn more at https://www.medtronic.com/en-us/index.html
If you like the work that Behind the Knife is doing, please leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.
Visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.


