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Surgeons at The Table40. Dr. Robert MontgomerySend us a textIn this powerful final episode, I sit down with Dr. Robert Montgomery, Chair of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Director of the NYU Langone Transplant Institute, and one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025. A heart transplant recipient himself, Dr. Montgomery shares how personal loss and major health challenges fueled his drive to push boundaries in medicine. In our conversation, we explore his leadership philosophy, his commitment to expanding access to life-saving transplants, and the importance of mentorship in shaping future surgeons. With a career marked by groundbreaking ach...2025-05-0550 min
Surgeons at The Table39. Dr. Bellal JosephSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bellal Joseph, Martin Gluck Endowed Professor of Surgery, Chief of Trauma, Critical Care, Burns, and Emergency Surgery, and Executive Vice Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Arizona. He shares his remarkable leadership journey, from his early passion for surgery’s human connection to his evolution as a leader on the national stage.We discuss pivotal moments that shaped his leadership philosophy, the evolving expectations of surgical leaders, and the importance of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and continuous learning. Dr. Joseph in...2025-04-2843 min
Surgeons at The Table38. Dean Amy GoldbergSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dean Amy J. Goldberg, a master trauma surgeon, visionary leader in academic medicine, and a tireless advocate for education and community engagement. She currently serves as the Marjorie Joy Katz Dean of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Prior to this role, she held a succession of leadership positions, including Chief of the Trauma and Surgical Critical Care Division, Director of the General Surgery Residency Program, and the George S. Peters MD and Louise C. Peters Chair and Professor of Surgery. Additionally, she...2025-04-2127 min
Surgeons at The Table37. Dr. Michael CrippsSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Cripps, Section Chief for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Trauma Medical Director at the Anschutz Medical Campus, and Chair of the SAGES Committee on Acute Care Surgery. A nationally recognized leader in trauma and acute care surgery, Dr. Cripps brings a wealth of experience shaped by high-impact leadership roles, a robust academic career, and a deep commitment to education and mentorship.We explore his journey from clinician-scientist to transformative leader, his philosophy on building...2025-04-1838 min
Surgeons at The Table36. Dr. Todd RosengartSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Todd Rosengart, Professor and DeBakey-Bard Chair of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Vice President for Hospital Operations and Quality Improvement, and a member of the Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center Board of Directors. Dr. Rosengart is the past Chair of the NIH Bioengineering, Technology and Surgical Sciences Study Section, inaugural Chair of the ACS National Surgeon Scientist Study Section, Chair of the ACS Board of Governors Physician Competency and Health Workgroup, and a member of the ACS Ac...2025-04-1437 min
Surgeons at The Table35. Dr. Martin McCarterSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Martin McCarter, Professor of Surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Surgical Director of the Esophageal & Gastric Cancer Program, and the Gary, Debbie, and Brandon Mandelbaum Endowed Chair in Melanoma Research.Dr. McCarter shares the leadership lessons he’s learned over the course of a career spent at the intersection of surgical oncology, research, and academic medicine. From leading multidisciplinary cancer programs to mentoring the next generation of surgeons, he reflects on the values that have guided him and the mindset ne...2025-04-0831 min
Surgeons at The Table34. Dr. Lars SvenssonSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lars Svensson, Professor of Surgery, Director of the Marfan Syndrome & Connective Tissue Disorder Clinic, and Chairman of the Heart, Vascular, & Thoracic Institute at the Cleveland Clinic. We discuss his journey from aspiring mechanical engineer to a world-renowned surgeon and leader. Dr. Svensson shares pivotal moments that shaped his career, the impact of his mentors on his path, and the innovations that defined his work in aortic surgery. We explore the role of leadership in medicine, the importance of understanding organizational culture, and the evolving challenges...2025-03-3149 min
Surgeons at The Table33. Dr. Michael SutherlandSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Sutherland, a leader in surgery and trauma systems development and Director of the Division of Member Services at the American College of Surgeons. We explore his journey from military service to surgical leadership, discussing how his experience in the U.S. Air Force shaped his structured approach to leadership and problem-solving. Dr. Sutherland shares insights into the complexities of building and optimizing trauma systems, the importance of aligning stakeholders, and the delicate balance of implementing change within established healthcare structures. He also reflects on...2025-03-2431 min
Surgeons at The Table32. Dean John SampsonSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dean John H. Sampson, a distinguished neurosurgeon, physician-scientist, and leader in academic medicine. As the Richard D. Krugman Endowed Chair, Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs, and Dean of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, he has played a pivotal role in shaping medical education, research, and patient care.We discuss his journey into neurosurgery, the importance of mentorship, and the intersection of innovation and leadership in academic medicine. He reflects on his tenure at Duke University, where he led transformative initiatives, advanced groundbreaking...2025-03-1729 min
Surgeons at The Table31. Dr. Nancy AscherSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nancy Ascher, a Distinguished Professor of Surgery and a trailblazer in organ transplantation and surgical leadership. As the first woman to perform a liver transplant and the first female Chair of the UCSF Department of Surgery, she has spent decades shaping the future of transplantation. She has served as President of both The Transplantation Society and the American Society of Transplant Surgeons, and has also served on the Presidential Task Force on Organ Transplantation, the Surgeon General’s Task Force on Increasing Donor Organs, and th...2025-03-1128 min
Surgeons at The Table30. Dr. Charles PutnamSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charles Putnam, an Emeritus Professor of Surgery, distinguished Transplant Surgeon, Surgeon Scientist, and Molecular & Cellular Biologist. Previously, he was Chief of the Surgical Service at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Tucson, Chief of the Section of General Surgery, in the Department of Surgery at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, and Program Director of the General Surgery Residency at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Putnam shares his journey from early influences to working alongside Dr. Thomas Starzl, the f...2025-03-0357 min