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The Intentional Surgeon with Sharon L. Stein, MD

Sharon L. Stein, MD
Surgery
Burnout
Soft Skills
Leadership
Trauma Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Wellness In Surgery
Humility
Surgical Ego
Campaign 52
Surgical Ergonomics
Health Policy
Obesity
Psychological Safety
Entrepreneurship In Medicine
Medical Malpractice
Career Development
Environmental Sustainability In Surgery
Resilience
Corewell Health

Welcome to The Intentional Surgeon, where we dive deep into the people, institutions, and ideas reshaping the culture of surgery. Hosted by Dr. Sharon Stein, an internationally recognized colorectal surgeon, professor, and change agent, this podcast explores the challenges and opportunities transforming the surgical world. Each episode features inspiring guests who are pioneering new ways to pract... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it take to train a modern surgeon? For decades, residency has relied on the "see one, do one, teach one" model. But according to one of the field's leading innovators, technical skill is only a tiny fraction of the job.

In this episode, Dr... more

Physician burnout is often treated as a personal failure—a symptom of missing a meditation session or a hospital pizza party. But true burnout isn't about how much you suck; it’s about the rigid institutional matrix in which you operate.

In this epi... more

In rural, underserved areas of Kenya, a lack of access to timely cesarean sections leaves young women vulnerable to the trauma of obstructed labor. Beyond the tragic loss of the child, the resulting prolonged pressure on pelvic organs causes severe t... more

If the global healthcare sector were a country, it would be the fifth-worst greenhouse gas emitter on the planet! Within hospitals, the operating room generates a staggering one-third of that entire carbon footprint.

In this episode, Dr. Sharon Stei... more

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Recent Guests

Najjia Mahmoud
Emile and Roland T Dehellebrandt Professor of Surgery; Chief of the Division of Colorectal Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: S03E12: Burnout & Resilience with Dr. Najjia Mahmoud
Dr. Anna Spivak
Section chief of pelvic floor surgery, Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: S03E11: Campaign 52: International Humanitarian Relief with Dr. Anna Spivak
Shaneeta Johnson
Professor of Surgery and Chair of Surgery at Meharry Medical College School of Global Health
Meharry Medical College
Episode: S03E10: The Environmental Impact of Surgery with Dr. Shaneeta Johnson & Dr. Patricia Sylla
Patricia Sylla
System Chief of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Mount Sinai Health System
Mount Sinai Health System
Episode: S03E10: The Environmental Impact of Surgery with Dr. Shaneeta Johnson & Dr. Patricia Sylla
Katrina Monton
Organizational psychologist, former professional athlete
Episode: S03E08: Organizational Psychology of Surgery with Dr. Katrina Monton
Daniel Eiferman
Trauma critical care and general surgeon at The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Episode: S03E06: Lessons in Leadership with Dr. Daniel Eiferman
Mary Brandt
Retired pediatric surgeon; Distinguished professor emeritus in the Center of Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor
Baylor College of Medicine
Episode: S03EP05: Wellness in Surgery with Dr. Mary Brandt
Vikram Kashyap
Frederick Meyer Chair of the Meijer Heart and Vascular Institute; VP for Cardiovascular Health at Corewell Health
Corewell Health, Frederick Meyer Heart and Vascular Institute
Episode: S03EP04: Rethinking Traditional Organization with Dr. Vikram Kashyap
Bryan Hambley
Physician running for Secretary of State of Ohio
University of Cincinnati; Ohio political campaign
Episode: S03EP03: Physicians in Politics with Dr. Bryan & Dr. Jana Hambley

Host

Sharon L. Stein
Host of The Intentional Surgeon

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Sharon is a gem!

    Thank you for this. We need more conversations like this is surgery!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Girl doc 55
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guest expertise is diverse and highly relevant to surgical culture and leadership
Feedback highlights the show's focus on practical, actionable guidance for clinicians
Sharon asks thoughtful, candid questions that pull meaningful insights from guests
Listeners appreciate the emphasis on wellbeing and humane leadership in medicine

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S03E12: Burnout & Resilience with Dr. Najjia Mahmoud
Q: What organizational strategies can help counteract burnout and support physician well-being?
Strategies include physician involvement in decision-making, mentorship programs, confidential peer support groups, sabbatical and education programs around malpractice, town halls for open communication with administration, flexibility in work arrangements, and funding for organizational resilience research.
S03E12: Burnout & Resilience with Dr. Najjia Mahmoud
Q: Can you define burnout and explain how personal versus institutional responsibility plays into it?
Burnout is a work-specific syndrome with three domains—emotional exhaustion, depersonalization or cynicism, and a reduced sense of personal accomplishment—and it tends to arise where autonomy is lacking and organizational systems fail to align with physicians' values; both individuals and institutions have roles in addressing it, with institutions bearing substantial responsibility for creating supportive environments.
S03E10: The Environmental Impact of Surgery with Dr. Shaneeta Johnson & Dr. Patricia Sylla
Q: What are the most actionable steps a surgeon can take today to reduce the environmental footprint of their practice?
Lean surgical trays by only keeping frequently used instruments, reduce disposable usage, engage anesthesia and SPD early, and push for standardized, reusable options where feasible, while tracking waste and energy use to demonstrate impact.
S02EP14: International Medicine with Dr. Sherry M. Wren
Q: What sparked your interest in international medicine?
The guest describes a turning point around 2005, deciding to give back and learn robotic surgery, which led to pursuing work overseas with MSF and focusing on global health impacts.
S02EP24: Discrimination, Bullying, and Harassment with Dr. Lisa Cannada
Q: What would you change in the culture of surgery today to make it safer for those who report discrimination or harassment?
Create a culture where speaking up is supported, not punished, and where leadership protects reporters while investigating fairly and without bias, with explicit training and clear reporting pathways.

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What is The Intentional Surgeon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A prominent show at the intersection of surgery, leadership, and organizational culture, with a focus on transforming medical teams and patient care through practical leadership, wellbeing, and systemic change. Episodes frequently center on physician leadership, culture, burnout prevention, gender equity, and the economics of care, often featuring surgeons, ethicists, and policy-minded clinicians who blend clinical insight with management and advocacy. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on human-centered approaches, psychological safety, and actionable takeaways that translate into everyday surgical practice. This makes it valuable for listeners who want tangible leadership strategies, wellness frameworks, and policy-informed perspective... more

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4. Patricia Sylla
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7. Mary Brandt
8. Vikram Kashyap

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