
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessMedicineMental Health | |||

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.
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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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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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Recent guests on The Intentional Surgeon include:
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2. Dr. Anna Spivak
3. Shaneeta Johnson
4. Patricia Sylla
5. Katrina Monton
6. Daniel Eiferman
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