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Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast 500 Episodes Jul 23, 2026

Behind the Knife is the world's #1 surgery podcast, offering high-yield educational topics and interviews with leaders in the field. It delivers timely, relevant, and engaging content designed to help listeners dominate the day. The podcast is more than just audio; it also provides additional resources at behindtheknife.org.

Episodes

Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: What is Bioresorbable Mesh and Is It Worth It?
Journal Review in Hernia Surgery: What is Bioresorbable Mesh and Is It Worth It? Jul 23, 2026 1716 Join our OHSY Hernia team to review the current landscape of bioresorbable meshes and a conversation considering “are they worth it?"Hosts:  Dr. Maggie Bosley - @MBosleyMD Dr. Sean Orenstein - @OrensteinSean Dr. Amber Sandoval Dr. Peter Ferrin Institution: Oregon Health & Science UniversityReferences:- Long-Term, Prospective, Multicenter Study of Poly-4-Hydroxybutyrate Mesh (Phasix Mesh) for
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: ctDNA in Colorectal Cancer and Anal Squamous Cell Cancer
Journal Review in Colorectal Surgery: ctDNA in Colorectal Cancer and Anal Squamous Cell Cancer Jul 20, 2026 2493 Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), a minimally invasive blood-based biomarker, has emerged as one of the most promising advances in cancer surveillance. Today, we will explore how ctDNA is transforming the management of colorectal cancer and anal squamous cell cancer across the disease continuum—from risk stratification and adjuvant therapy decision-making to surveillance and early detection of recur
Mattox Conference  Pro-Con Debate 2026:  REBOA
Mattox Conference Pro-Con Debate 2026: REBOA Jul 17, 2026 1688 Every spring for over 50 years, the Trauma, Critical Care, and Acute Care Surgery conference, best known simply as the MATTOX conference, is held in Las Vegas (https://www.trauma-criticalcare.com/).  The conference is unique in that it is entirely focused on practice-changing clinical education. It’s a damn good time too!  A favorite feature is the annual debates.  Today, we are featuring a showd
Mattox Conference  Pro-Con Debate 2026: Management of Pediatric Pancreatic Injuries
Mattox Conference Pro-Con Debate 2026: Management of Pediatric Pancreatic Injuries Jul 16, 2026 1599 Every spring for over 50 years, the Trauma, Critical Care, and Acute Care Surgery conference, best known simply as the MATTOX conference, is held in Las Vegas (https://www.trauma-criticalcare.com/).  The conference is unique in that it is entirely focused on practice-changing clinical education. It’s a damn good time too!  A favorite feature is the annual debates.  Today, we are featuring a showd
Wellbeing and Mental Health in Surgeons
Wellbeing and Mental Health in Surgeons Jul 13, 2026 2481 Join us as we discuss research on mental health and wellbeing in the surgical workforce with Drs. Yang and Collins. The episode explores key findings from recent national surveys showing that nearly one in seven surgeons report suicidal ideation in the past year, with depression, anxiety, and PTSD affecting 15–20% of the surgical population. The conversation highlights protective factors—professi
OBGYN Oral Board Review - Sample Episode: Intraoperative and Postoperative Wound
OBGYN Oral Board Review - Sample Episode: Intraoperative and Postoperative Wound Jul 9, 2026 1432 INTRODUCING Behind the Knife OBGYN Oral Board Review!The oral boards aren't just about knowledge—they are about executing under pressure. This course is designed to give you the structure and confidence to command the room. We have curated 98 high-yield scenarios covering the "Big Three" of the exam: Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Office Practice. Whether it’s a surgical emergency or a complex clinic
EPA Playbook: Blunt or Penetrating Trauma
EPA Playbook: Blunt or Penetrating Trauma Jul 7, 2026 3018 Join Drs. Georgoff, Burke, and Premkumar in this episode of the EPA Playbook as they break down a practical, repeatable framework for managing patients in the trauma bay, one of the most high-pressure environments in surgical training. This episode focuses on the critical first minutes of evaluation, anchored in a structured primary survey. We emphasize how to recognize and immediately address li
EPA Playbook: Small Bowel Obstruction
EPA Playbook: Small Bowel Obstruction Jul 6, 2026 1499 Join Drs. Georgoff, Burke, and Premkumar in this episode of EPA Playbook, where we tackle the evaluation and management of small bowel obstruction. Through a realistic series of scenarios, we walk step-by-step through how junior residents can approach this diagnosis using an evidence-based approach.We break down the key components of the small bowel obstruction EPA, from rapid initial assessment
EPA Playbook: Inguinal Hernia
EPA Playbook: Inguinal Hernia Jul 5, 2026 1290 In this episode of EPA Playbook, Drs. Jason Bingham, Emma Burke, and Agnes Premkumar discuss the evaluation and management of inguinal hernias through a case-based approach that reinforces key EPA concepts for surgical trainees. We specifically highlight the importance of a thorough history and physical exam, emphasize risk stratification, and indications for surgery versus watchful waiting. We b
EPA Playbook: Perioperative Care of Critically Ill Patient
EPA Playbook: Perioperative Care of Critically Ill Patient Jul 4, 2026 1487 In this episode of EPA Playbook, Drs. Kevin Kniery, Emma Burke, and Agnes Premkumar discuss management of critically ill surgical patients, using case-based discussions to reinforce core principles of shock, resuscitation, and ICU care. We first review the four major types of shock. We then discuss two cases centered around managing a patient in septic shock and cardiogenic shock, delving into th
EPA Playbook: Benign or Malignant Colon
EPA Playbook: Benign or Malignant Colon Jul 3, 2026 1676 Join Drs. Steele, Burke, & Premkumar in this episode of EPA Playbook, where we tackle a core general surgery EPA: the evaluation and management of benign and malignant colon disease. From common presentations like diverticulitis and lower GI bleeding to the diagnosis and workup of colon cancer, this episode provides a structured framework you can use on the wards, in clinic, and on call. Usin
Are EPAs Actually Working? An Honest Look at Competency-Based Surgical Training
Are EPAs Actually Working? An Honest Look at Competency-Based Surgical Training Jul 2, 2026 2232 Two years into the EPA era — are we actually training surgeons differently, or just checking new boxes? In this episode, Behind the Knife co-director and Duke Trauma Surgeon Dr. Patrick Georgoff and Behind the Knife surgical education fellows Dr. Agnes Premkumar and Dr. Emma Burke sit down with Dr. Ruchi Thanawala, thoracic surgeon at OHSU, informatician, and founder of Firefly Labs, to get an ho

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