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Surgery 101

Surgery 101 Team
Surgery
Endoscopy
Ophthalmology
Emergency Medicine
Laparoscopy
Surgical History
Glaucoma
Diagnosis
Facial Nerve Palsy
Anatomy
Surgical Procedures
Orbital Fracture
Anesthesia
Bell's Palsy
Mandibular Fractures
Whipple Procedure
Hearing Loss
Cholesteatoma
Strabismus
Renal Colic

Welcome to Surgery 101, a series of podcasts produced with the help of the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. The podcasts are intended to serve as brief introductions or reviews of surgical topics for medical students. We've aimed to cover a single topic in between 10-20 minutes so that you can quickly get a good idea of the basic concepts involved. Every episode is divided into chapters ... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Chen
Medical student presenting on laryngeal cancer
Episode: 444. Laryngeal Cancer
Omar Mohammed
Medical student (fourth year)
University of Alberta
Episode: 443. Neck Dissection
Sonpreet Chima
Medical student presenting on the history of endoscopy and laparoscopy
Episode: 441. From Fiber to Video: The Visual Revolution in Endoscopy and Laparoscopy
Julius Bruch
Dentist who created the stomatoscope for oral cavity examinations.
Episode: 438. From Mirrors to Incandescent Bulbs: The 19th- Century Leap
Antoine Jean Desormeaux
French surgeon known for his advancements in endoscopy
Episode: 438. From Mirrors to Incandescent Bulbs: The 19th- Century Leap
Adolf Kussmaul
Professor at the University of Freiburg, noted for his contributions to endoscopic procedures.
Episode: 438. From Mirrors to Incandescent Bulbs: The 19th- Century Leap
Dr. Jane Schultz
Urogynecologist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital
Royal Alexandra Hospital
Episode: 426. Pain Management in Outpatient Gynecological Procedures
Carol Duncan
Sociologist and great-granddaughter of Dr. Simon Powell Sebastian
Wilfrid Laurier University
Episode: 421. History of Surgical Innovator Dr. Sebastian - Interview with Dr. Duncan
Sunpreet Cheema
Medical student presenting the series on surgical instruments.
University of Alberta
Episode: 416. The History of Retractors

Host

Jonathan White
Host and surgeon with affiliation to the University of Alberta / Royal Alexandra Hospital; central figure guiding surgical education episodes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 349 ratings
  • Practical

    Very useful for reviewing high-yield sections while driving

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just want to submit a comment
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful learning resource!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Janora
    4 years ago
  • C section doesn’t mental removal of placenta

    I just listened to the c section episode (which is older) and basically it said (paraphrased): “once the baby is out, fundal pressure is applied to minimize bleeding while the uterus is sewn closed”. No mention of the placenta coming out whatsoever. Yikes lol. I found the sound effects jarring and distracting. They interrupted my ability to make a mental list of whatever they were talking about (Eg when discussing risks, it would go “risk” BEEP “risk” BEEP “risk” BEEP. i guess that’s done to gra... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nkd1989
    Canada4 years ago
  • Thank gawd for this podcast!

    I’m a US MS3 interested in psychiatry but needing to make it through my surgery rotation (interesting but anatomy was not my strong suit!). This podcast breaks things down so easily and directly.

    Between this and PsychED, I am very grateful for you Canadians <3 Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    venmoisbetter
    United States4 years ago
  • Help.

    What’s the name of the orange stuff that put on the skin just prior to surgery to kill bacteria? I forgot what it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cubone&NatutrainerLannisterfan
    United States5 years ago

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Concise, high-yield surgical reviews ideal for exam prep
Great for medical students and interns with short, focused episodes
Sound design feedback is mixed, with some listeners finding effects distracting

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443. Neck Dissection
Q: What does milky fluid in a surgical drain after neck dissection suggest, especially if level four was included?
Milky fluid suggests a chylothorax due to thoracic duct injury, particularly when level four is involved, requiring dietary management and possible drain or surgical intervention if persistent.
443. Neck Dissection
Q: For a patient with oral cavity cancer undergoing a selective neck dissection, which lymph node levels are typically removed?
Levels 1 through 3 are commonly removed in a selective neck dissection for oral cavity cancer to target high-risk nodal basins while preserving non-lymphatic structures.
443. Neck Dissection
Q: Which nerve is most likely injured in a patient with shoulder dysfunction after neck dissection?
The spinal accessory nerve (cranial nerve XI), which innervates the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles, is most commonly injured and leads to shoulder elevation difficulties.
425. Thyroid-Associated Orbitopathy (Thyroid Eye Disease)
Q: What are the treatment options for patients with thyroid eye disease?
Treatment options range from artificial tears for mild cases, IV steroids for moderate to severe cases, to surgical options such as orbital decompression for sight-threatening situations.
425. Thyroid-Associated Orbitopathy (Thyroid Eye Disease)
Q: Can you explain how thyroid eye disease arises?
Thyroid eye disease arises mainly from autoimmune processes associated with Graves hyperthyroidism, where the immune system mistakenly creates TSH receptor antibodies that trigger inflammation in the eye's muscles and connective tissues.

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What is Surgery 101 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, education-focused medical podcast series that provides quick, topic-focused reviews for medical students. Each 10–20 minute episode breaks down a single surgical concept or procedure, organized into chapters and ending with key takeaways to reinforce learning. Content spans foundational anatomy, common procedures, and evolving technologies in surgery, often illustrated with real case examples and host commentary. The show is notable for its student-friendly pacing, practical clinical pointers, and a historical/technological angle on endoscopy and minimally invasive surgery, which can help learners connect theory to patient care. A steady cadence of new Friday episodes, plus a prevalence of guest medical students and practicing su... more

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Surgery 101 launched 18 years ago and published 1027 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Surgery 101 include:

1. Frank Chen
2. Omar Mohammed
3. Sonpreet Chima
4. Julius Bruch
5. Antoine Jean Desormeaux
6. Adolf Kussmaul
7. Dr. Jane Schultz
8. Carol Duncan

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