Join host Rachel Baker on Scrubcast as she chats with Dr. Stephanie Chao, an associate professor in Stanford’s Division of Pediatric Surgery. In this episode, Dr. Chao shares her circuitous journey to becoming a pediatric surgeon (through transplant and HPB). She also delves into a few of her innovations such as the use of virtual reality in managing children's anxiety during procedures and the development of 3D optical scanning for chest wall evaluations. Dr. Chao also discusses her work on the PLEDGE campaign to reduce gun violence affecting children and her recent experience as a Presidential Leadership Scholar.
00:00 Introduction to Scrubcast and Guest Dr. Stephanie Chao
00:34 Dr. Chao's Journey to Pediatric Surgery
03:11 Innovative Use of VR in Pediatric Surgery
06:24 3D Light Scanners for Chest Wall Evaluation
08:53 Mentorship and Professional Development
11:17 The Pledge Campaign Against Gun Violence
15:01 Presidential Leadership Scholars Experience
18:46 Final Thoughts and Advice
23:53 Conclusion and Credits
