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Behind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastJournal Review in Surgical Oncology: Melanoma
Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the PRADO and NADINA randomized control trials regarding neoadjuvant therapy in Stage III melanoma with macroscopic nodal disease!Hosts:Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center.Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Kaiser LAMC in Los Angeles.Lexy (Alexandra) Adams, MD, MPH (@lexyadams16) is a 2ndYear Surgical Oncology fellow at MD Anderson....
2026-02-1635 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastOperative Standards for Cancer Surgery: Colon CancerThis new mini-series on Behind the Knife will delve into the technical aspects of the Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery, developed through the American College of Surgeons Cancer Research Program. This first episode highlights the colon cancer operative standard.Hosts:Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical CenterLexy (Alexandra) Adams, MD, MPH (@lexyadams16) is a Surgical Oncology fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Center.Guest:George Chang, MD, MS, MHCM, FACS, FASCRS...
2025-10-2040 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastClinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: PheochromocytomasJoin the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the nuances in the work up and management of patients with pheochromocytomas.Hosts:Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center.Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Kaiser LAMC in Los Angeles.Lexy (Alexandra) Adams, MD, MPH (@lexyadams16) is a 2ndYear Surgical Oncology fellow at MD Anderson.Beth (Elizabeth) Barbera, MD (@elizcarpenter16) is a General...
2025-10-0228 min
Peaceable And KindOne Lord Jesus ChristIn this foundational episode of Peaceable and Kind, host Derek Vreeland dives into the heart of the Nicene Creed—the bold, ancient declaration that Jesus is “one Lord… true God from true God.” As we continue our journey through the Creed, Derek unpacks the opening lines of the Christ section, exploring what it really means to say that Jesus is Lord, King, and the eternal Son of God.
With theological insight, personal reflection, and a bit of humor, Derek traces the biblical and historical roots of key phrases like “begotten, not made” and “of one being with the...
2025-06-2632 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastJournal Review in Surgical Oncology: Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Small BowelJoin the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the two key studies investigating optimal management strategies of neuroendocrine tumors of the small bowel.
Hosts:
- Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center
- Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Kaiser LAMC in Los Angeles.
- Connor Chick, MD (@connor_chick) is a 2nd Year Surgical Oncology fellow at Ohio State University.
- Lexy (Alexandra) Adams...
2025-06-2330 min
The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 31: Dr. Callisia Clarke – Updates in Neuroendocrine Tumors & Mentorship in HPBDr. Clarke is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin, surgical oncologist and division chief of surgical oncology at the Froedtert Hospital Cancer Center, and this past year’s president of the Association for Academic Surgery. Her research interests include personalized cancer care, surgical workforce diversification as a means to ameliorate cancer disparities, and targeted approaches in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. We're excited to discuss updates in neuroendocrine tumors and mentorship in HPB!
Papers Referenced:
Oslock WM, Williams LJ, Kinard CG, Long JJ, Montgomery KB, Clarke CN. Roses & Thorns of academic surgery: Demystifying the...
2025-06-1757 minPeaceable And KindWhat’s a Christian Anyway? A conversation with Glenn PackiamIn this rich and reflective episode of Peaceable and Kind, host Derek Vreeland sits down with author and pastor Glenn Packiam to explore a timeless but timely question: What’s a Christian anyway? Drawing from Glenn’s new book by the same name, the conversation dives deep into the power of the Nicene Creed to shape our identity, unify the church, and guide believers through seasons of doubt, confusion, and cultural chaos.
Together, Derek and Glenn unpack how ancient Christian truths speak directly to modern challenges—offering scaffolding for those deconstructing, rebuilding, or simply seekin...
2025-06-1235 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 30: Dr. Tran Cao – Updates in Cholangiocarcinoma and Robotics in HPBWelcome back to another episode of the AHPBA Podcast. Today we are extremely excited to welcome Dr. Hop Tran Cao. Dr. Tran Cao is a surgical oncologist, HPB surgeon, and associate professor of surgery at MD Anderson, where he also serves as the MIS training curriculum director. Dr. Tran Cao is a passionate researcher in biliary tract cancer and MIS HPB techniques, which we discuss in the episode. Enjoy!
Papers Referenced:
Maithel SK, Keilson JM, Cao HST, Rupji M, Mahipal A, Lin BS, Javle MM, Cleary SP, Akce M, Switchenko JM, Rocha FG. NEO-GAP: A Sin...
2025-05-0347 min
RadOnc ReportNavigating Multidisciplinary Care ASTRO Early Career Committee member Avinash Chaurasia, a radiation oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center, interviews Eric Singhi, MD, a medical oncologist at MD Anderson Center and Timothy Vreeland, MD, a surgical oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center about the importance of and how to enhance collaboration with multidisciplinary providers.
2025-04-2441 minPeaceable And KindThe Resurrection Changes EverythingIn this joyful episode of Peaceable and Kind, host Derek Vreeland celebrates the Easter season with reflections on how the resurrection of Jesus Christ transforms everything—from how we view the cross to how we live with hope in a broken world.As Lent gives way to Easter, Derek invites listeners into the celebration of resurrection life. Drawing from scripture, church tradition, and personal Easter experiences—from pancake breakfasts to fire pit hot dog roasts—he shows how the resurrection shifts our understanding of defeat and death into triumph and new creation.
2025-04-2431 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #36. Dr. Juan Pablo Rocca. Robots, trasplantes y decisiones difíciles: la vida quirúrgica de Juan RoccaEn este episodio imperdible, conversamos con el Dr. Juan Rocca, cirujano de trasplantes y pionero en cirugía robótica, sobre su extraordinario recorrido desde Argentina hasta algunos de los centros más avanzados de Estados Unidos.
Hablamos de técnica quirúrgica con precisión quirúrgica, pero también de las decisiones humanas detrás del bisturí: los riesgos que asumimos, la reinvención profesional, la familia, la visa, el idioma, y lo que significa abrir camino en contextos desconocidos. Rocca comparte anécdotas potentes, reflexiones profundas y lecciones sobre cómo liderar, adaptarse y avanzar sin p...
2025-03-281h 35
The Good Gets BetterThe Truth About Jesus's PeaceJesus has shown unshakable peace in the face of immense difficulty AND as the biggest and most opposed leader in the universe. Amber discusses how we can unlock the peace of Jesus in our own lives by exposing the root of the problem.Scriptures referenced in order of appearance:Matthew 11:30; John 16:33; Matthew 7:16-20; 2 Timothy 1:7; Romans 8:6; Matthew 7:24-27; John 15:1-7; Matthew 11:28-30; John 16:33Listen on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoodGetsBetterChapters:00:00 - Intro01:12 - His yolk is easy yet we still have troubles?01:47 - Burn out ruins good...
2025-03-2432 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 29: Dr. D. Rohan Jeyarajah – Private Practice in HPB and the Modern Academic SurgeonToday’s episode features a special guest, Dr. Rohan Jeyarajah. Dr. Jeyarajah is a hepatobiliary and complex GI surgeon, inaugural chair and professor of surgery at the TCU Burnett School of Medicine, and program director for the HPB and Complex GI surgical fellowships at Methodist System. He has a unique practice in the world of HPB, combining private practice and academics, which we were delighted to discuss today. Enjoy!
Papers References in Episode:
Jackson T, Lim JS, Cho E, Osman H, Nagatomo K, Jeyarajah DR. Hepatopancreatobiliary Fellowship Graduates: Where Do They Stand today? Am Sur...
2025-03-2351 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastClinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Neuroendocrine Tumors of the Small BowelJoin the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of neuroendocrine tumors of the small bowel.
Learning Objectives:
In this episode, we review the basics of neuroendocrine (NE) tumors of the small bowel, including how to evaluate patients with presenting symptoms consistent with NE tumors, initial work-up, staging, and management. We discuss key concepts including DOTATATE scans and medical therapies high yield for direct patient care and board exams.
Hosts:
Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of th...
2025-02-1740 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 28: Dr. Maithel – The Surgeon Scientist & Surgeon-Led Clinical Trials in Biliary Tract CancerToday’s episode features Dr. Shishir Maithel. Dr. Maithel is a hepatobiliary surgeon, professor of surgery, and chief of the division of Surgical Oncology at a Northwestern University. He holds multiple national leadership positions, including as chair of the gastrointestinal surgery working group of ECOG and a member of the scientific and medical advisory board of the international cholangiocarcinoma research network. Dr. Maithel leads multiple clinical trials in the field of HPB and we are excited today to discuss his many national and international research efforts. Enjoy!
Papers Referenced in Episode:
Maithel, S. K., Keilson...
2025-02-151h 00The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 27: Dr. Guido Torzilli — The Philosophy of Modern Liver Surgery and MoreWe are excited to welcome Dr. Guido Torzilli to the podcast! Dr. Torzilli is a world-renowned hepatobiliary surgeon and Professor of Surgery at Humanitas University in Milan, Italy. In this episode, we have a fantastic conversation about his career, the concepts that have shaped his extraordinary and innovative approach to liver surgery, and much more!
2025-02-0153 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastJournal Review in Surgical Oncology: The MAGIC and FLOT-4 Landmark TrialsIn this episode, we review key components of the landmark MAGIC and FLOT-4 trials that investigated perioperative chemotherapy in the treatment of locally advanced gastric cancer. We discuss limitations of both trials and the evolving clinical landscape of gastric cancer treatment.
Hosts:
- Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Brooke Army Medical Center.
- Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is a Surgical Oncologist/HPB surgeon at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center.
- Connor Chick, M...
2024-10-0728 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 26: Dr. David Iannitti—Innovation in Surgery and the Past, Present, and Future of Liver AblationWe are excited to welcome Dr. David Iannitti to the podcast! Dr. Iannitti is a hepatobiliary surgeon, professor of surgery, program director of the HPB fellowship, and the chief of the HPB Surgery Division at Atrium Health in Charlotte, North Carolina. His clinical and research interests include the pathophysiology of hepatocellular carcinoma and other therapies for liver lesions. We’re excited to share a fantastic conversation discussing history and innovations of electrosurgery, novel therapies for liver disease, and much more!
Papers Referenced in Episode:
Swan, R. Z., Tsirline, V., Sindram, D., Martinie, J. B., & Iannitti, D. A. (2...
2024-09-301h 06The AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 7 - Getting Involved in Surgical Societies, Live from Cape TownThe early career group of IHPBA presents recording from discussions at the Early Career Retreat and ECG Lounge sessions from the 2024 IHPBA World Congress in Cape Town.
In this episode, we join the ECG Lounge where past and current presidents of HPB surgery societies talk with early career IHPBA attendees about how to get involved in surgical societies like the IHPBA. Listen to Drs. Marc Besselink (president of EAHPBA), Sean Cleary (immediate past president of AHPBA), Rebecca Minter (past president of AHPBA), and Shailesh Shrikhande (president of APHPBA) answer questions from early career surgeons and provide advice...
2024-09-2326 minThe AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 6 - The New HPB Surgeon, Beyond SurgeryJoin us for another episode of our series ECG Overtime, hosted by the E-AHPBA/IHPBA Early Career Group! This episode features Dr. Sanket Srinivasa, Dr. Tay Wee Ming, and Dr. Saneya Pandrowala. Enjoy an episode in which we continue the conversation started during the Asia/Pacific Webinar about life beyond surgery as a new HPB surgeon!
2024-08-2751 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #35. Dr. Roberto Hernandez Alejandro. Transplante of Colorectal Liver Metastasis.El Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro ha sido Jefe de la División de Trasplantes en la Universidad de Rochester desde agosto de 2016. Bajo su liderazgo, expandió las oportunidades de trasplante mediante el aumento del uso de órganos donados después de la muerte cardíaca. Recientemente, el Dr. Hernandez abrió un programa de trasplante hepático para metástasis hepáticas de cáncer colorrectal irresecable, siendo actualmente el centro líder en volumen y resultados en América del Norte. También tiene experiencia en resecciones hepáticas y es uno de los pocos cirujanos en Estados Unidos que realiza el pro...
2024-08-181h 24The Good Gets BetterSins That Are Too Normalized (Part 2)Amber shares more sins that are too normalized and shouldn't be overlooked. She also uses King David's story as an example of someone who was blinded by their sin.Scripture referenced in order of appearance:Hebrews 13:8-9; 2 Timothy 4:3; 2 Samuel 11; 2 Samuel 12:1-9; Romans 7:22-23; Romans 8:12-13; Matthew 25:14-29; Matthew 19:21-24; Luke 12:15; Luke 12:21; 1 Timothy 6:6-10; 1 Timothy 6:17; James 2:14-16; James 5:12; Titus 2:9-10; Colossians 3:22-24; Ephesians 4:29; James 1:26; Proverbs 16:28; Proverbs 26:20; Isaiah 45:9-10; James 3:14-16; Proverbs 14:30; 2 Timothy 2:13; 1 John 5:3
2024-08-0838 minThe AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 5 - Live from Cape Town - International Collaborations: The GECKO ModelThe early career group of IHPBA presents recording from discussions at the Early Career Retreat and ECG Lounge sessions from the 2024 IHPBA World Congress in Cape Town.
In this episode, Drs. Ewen Harrison and Deirdre Kruger review opportunities and lessons learned from international collaborations in global surgical research, using the example of the GlobalSurg network and the GECKO study, along with moderators Drs. Timothy Newhook and Julia Menso.
2024-08-0523 minThe AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 4 - Live from Cape Town - Taking Part in the Editorial ProcessThe early career group of IHPBA presents recording from discussions at the Early Career Retreat and ECG Lounge sessions from the 2024 IHPBA World Congress in Cape Town.
In this episode, we discuss challenges and controversies in the editorial process, with a focus on the involvement of trainees and early career surgeons, with Drs. Giovanni Marchegiani, Rachel Guest, and David Cavalucci, along with moderators Drs. Timothy Newhook and Julia Menso. Hear about how to get started and get credit for peer-review, select a journal for publication, and controversies about sustainability of the current publishing model. Should peer-reviewers be...
2024-07-2921 minThe AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 3 - Live from Cape Town - Getting Published: Tips from the EditorThe early career group of IHPBA presents a recording from discussions at the Early Career Retreat and ECG Lounge sessions from the 2024 IHPBA World Congress in Cape Town.
In this episode, Dr. Stephen Wigmore, Editor-in-Chief of HPB, reviews tips to get a manuscript published, with moderators Drs. Timothy Newhook and Julia Menso.
2024-07-2023 min
Peaceable And KindWhat Does It Mean To Be Peaceable?Peaceable and Kind host Derek Vreeland dives into just what it means to be peaceable by looking into key verses about peace. He defines peace using the Hebrew word shalom which refers to well-being and human flourishing. Quotes from Jesus and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. support this important theme in the Bible. Scripture verses mentioned in this episode:Psalm 34:14Matthew 5:3-101 Timothy 2:1-3 Did you find this episode helpful on your spiritual journey? Consider helping us out!
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2024-06-2727 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 25: Dr. Shah & Dr. Babicky—Pathways to HPB Practice and Perspectives in TrainingToday’s episode features Dr. Anushi Shah and Dr. Michele Babicky, discussing the hot topic of training paradigms in HPB. Dr. Babicky is a surgical oncologist and assistant professor of surgery at Providence Portland Medical Center. She is the program director of the HPB fellowship at her institution, with a passion for surgical education.
Dr. Babicky is accompanied by her HPB fellow, Dr. Anushi Shah. Dr. Shah comes to us with a unique perspective in HPB training as a just recently graduated HPB fellow (after this episode was recorded) at Providence Portland Medical Center after graduating in 2022 from a...
2024-06-1647 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastClinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Gastric CancerJoin the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of gastric cancer.
Hosts:
- Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center
- Connor Chick, MD (@connor_chick) is a Surgical Oncology fellow at Ohio State University.
- Lexy (Alexandra) Adams, MD, MPH (@lexyadams16) is a PGY-6 General Surgery resident at Brooke Army Medical Center
- Beth (Elizabeth) Carpenter, MD (@elizcarpenter16) is a PGY-5 General Surgery resident...
2024-05-2329 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #34. Dr. George Molina. Checklist, Blackbox, Cirugia de Pancreas y mas.El Dr. Molina se graduó de la Universidad Johns Hopkins con una licenciatura en biología celular y molecular. Obtuvo su título de médico en la Facultad de Medicina de Harvard y completó una maestría en Métodos Cuantitativos en la Escuela de Salud Pública T. H. Chan de Harvard. Realizo residencia en Cirugía General en el Hospital General de Massachusetts (MGH) y una beca en Oncología Quirúrgica General Compleja en el Hospital Brigham and Women's/MGH y el Instituto del Cáncer Dana-Farber. Con el Dr Molina, conversamos de su trabajo en Ariadne L...
2024-04-1254 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 24: Dr. Bas Groot Koerkamp—Clinical Trials in Pancreatic Cancer and The Dutch Pancreatic Cancer GroupToday’s episode is a special in-person interview with Dr. Newhook and Dr. Bas Groot Koerkamp! Dr. Koerkamp is a hepatobiliary surgeon and researcher within the HPB and Transplantation Surgery department of Erasmus University Medical Center in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Dr. Groot Koerkamp leads several national clinical studies with the Dutch Pancreatic Cancer Group, including the PREOPANC studies, which we are thrilled to discuss in today’s episode! Enjoy!
Papers Referenced in the Episode:
Versteijne E, van Dam JL, Suker M, Janssen QP, Groothuis K, Akkermans-Vogelaar JM, Besselink MG, Bonsing BA, Buijsen J, Busch OR, Creemers...
2024-04-051h 07The AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 2 - Starting a Robotics Program & Harnessing Multicenter CollaborationsJoin us for the second episode of our series ECG Overtime, hosted by the E-AHPBA/IHPBA Early Career Group! This episode features Dr. Leanne Prodehl, Dr. Sanket Srinivasa, Dr. Rachel Moore, and Dr. Niki Rashidian. Join us in continuing a conversation from the ECG Roadshow—starting a robotic HPB program and collaborating on multicenter research projects!
2024-03-1937 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastJournal Review in Surgical Oncology: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs)Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss “One versus Three Years of Adjuvant Imatinib for Operable Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor: A Randomized Trial,” the randomized trial guiding duration of imatinib treatment for gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST).
Hosts:
- Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical Center.
- Daniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncologist and current HPB fellow at MD Anderson.
- Connor Chick, MD (@connor_chick) is a Surgical Oncology fell...
2024-03-0425 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 23: Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng – HPB Education, Quality Improvement, and Preoperative Use of Y-90 in CRLMToday’s episode features Dr. Ching-Wei Tzeng. Dr. Tzeng is a hepatobiliary surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgical Oncology at MD Anderson. Among many roles, he is the Department Vice Chair of Clinical Operations and Program Director for the HPB Surgery Fellowship.
Dr. Tzeng is an accomplished researcher. His interests focus on multimodality therapy for GI Cancers and perioperative quality improvement, including cancer surgery standards, patient-centered opioid reduction protocols, and quality of life measures. Dr. Tzeng is a passionate surgical educator and has been widely recognized with numerous teaching awards.
In this episode we discuss topics...
2024-02-2659 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastClinical Challenges in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Bilateral Colorectal Liver MetastasisSurgical resection of bilateral colorectal liver metastasis (CLM) can pose a significant challenge to even the most experienced HPB surgeon. Is surgical resection justified, if so, in which patients? What’s the best surgical approach for curative intent resection of all lesions, and does ablation play a role? In this episode from the HPB team at Behind the Knife, listen in on the discussion about the surgical management of patients with bilateral colorectal liver metastasis.
Hosts
Anish J. Jain MD (@anishjayjain) is a T32 Research Fellow at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center within the De...
2024-02-0134 minThe AHPBA PodcastECG Overtime: Episode 1 - The Dynamic Early-Career HPB Surgeon, Tips and Tricks!Join us for the first episode of a brand new series within the AHPBA Podcast from the AHPBA/IHPBA Early Career Group, ECG Overtime! In this episode, Dr. Timothy Newhook, Dr. Kimberly Washington, Dr. Naruhiko Ikoma, and Dr. Giampaolo Perri talk through the most recent ECG webinar topic, the dynamic early-career HPB surgeon! Enjoy!
2024-02-0148 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 22: Dr. Majella Doyle—The International Perspective, Learning Beyond Fellowship, and Hilar CholangiocarcinomaToday’s episode features Dr. Majella Doyle. Dr. Doyle is a transplant surgeon, professor of surgery, and the Mid-America Transplant/Department of Surgery Distinguished Endowed Chair in Abdominal Transplantation at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She served as AHPBA president from 2022-2023.
In this episode, we discuss Dr. Doyle’s journey from Ireland to the United States, her entry into robotic surgery, and the care of patients with cholangiocarcinoma. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed the interview!
Papers Referenced in the Episode:
Ethun CG, Lopez-Aguiar AG, Ander...
2024-01-0857 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastClinical Challenges in Surgical Oncology: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GISTs)Join the Behind the Knife Surgical Oncology Team as we discuss the presentation, work-up, and management of gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs)!Timothy Vreeland, MD, FACS (@vreelant) is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and Surgical Oncologist at Brooke Army Medical CenterDaniel Nelson, DO, FACS (@usarmydoc24) is Surgical Oncologist and current HPB fellow at MD AndersonConnor Chick, MD (@connor_chick) is a Surgical Oncology fellow at Ohio State University.Lexy (Alexandra) Adams, MD, MPH (@lexyadams16) is a PGY-6 General Surgery resident at Brooke...
2023-10-0233 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #33. Dr Martin Palavecino. Adaptacion Cultural en el Extranjero, Investigacion y Simulación en HPB, entrenamiento en el extranjero y mucho más.El Dr. Palavecino es cirujano Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar, miembro adjunto de la facultad y coordinador del centro de simulación quirúrgica de la Facultad de Medicina del Hospital Italiano en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hablaremos de su experiencia en el extranjero, las etapas de adaptación cultural y su participación en el campo de la cirugía y educación médica.
El gráfico mencionado lo encuentras con la siguiente referencia.
Curva de adaptación cultural por Kalervo Oberg
2023-09-091h 21The AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #32. Experiencia de los Fellows HPB LATAM.¡Bienvenidos a un emocionante episodio de AHPBA Podcast LATAM! En esta entrega, nos sumergimos en el fascinante mundo de la formación en cirugía Hepatobilopancreática en Latinoamérica.
En esta ocasión, tenemos el honor de conversar con los fellows destacados del prestigioso programa de formación HPB de Latinoamérica. Desde Chile, nos acompaña Gabriela Ochoa, desde Brasil José Donizeti, y desde México Gabriela del Angel. Nos honra contar con la presencia del Dr. Ismael Domínguez, uno de los directores clave de este programa de formación internacional.
Prepárate para una...
2023-08-171h 07The AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #31. Dr. Susanne Warner. Liderazgo en HPB, Innovación en HPB y más.La Dra. Susanne Warner se especializa en cirugía de hígado, páncreas, vesícula biliar y vías biliares. La Dra. Warner completó su residencia en cirugía general en el campus de Mayo Clinic Arizona. Durante la residencia, también completó una beca de investigación en el Memorial Sloan Kettering en la ciudad de Nueva York. Después de la residencia, completó una beca clínica en cirugía gastrointestinal avanzada y hepatopancreatobiliar en la Universidad de Michigan antes de aceptar su primer trabajo en City of Hope en el área de Los Ángeles.
¡Espe...
2023-07-1536 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #30. Dr. Sergio Lopez Torrez. Cirugía Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar en Nicaragua, Higado Graso, MBA en cirugía y mucho más.Tenemos el honor de contar con la presencia del Dr. Sergio López Torres, reconocido cirujano Hepato-Bilio-Pancreático de la Clínica de Hígado de Nicaragua, Nicaragua. En esta fascinante entrevista, el Dr. López Torres compartirá con nosotros los resultados de su tesis doctoral, centrada en el estudio del hígado graso, una condición cada vez más prevalente en nuestra sociedad. Además, exploraremos la importancia de realizar un MBA para un cirujano, y cómo esta combinación de habilidades puede potenciar su desarrollo profesional.
Prepárense para sumergirse en un mundo de co...
2023-06-2358 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #29. Dr. Frans Serpa. Cirugía Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar en Brasil con prof Dr. Luiz A Carneiro, Programas de Trasplantes en Ecuador y mucho más.El Dr. Frans Serpa es un destacado cirujano general especializado en el aparato digestivo y hepatobiliopancreatico. El Dr. Serpa se graduó como Doctor en Medicina y Cirugía por la Facultad de Ciencias Médicas de Cuenca en 1997. A lo largo de su carrera, ha buscado una formación continua y enriquecedora, lo que le ha llevado a adquirir experiencia en instituciones de renombre internacional.
Entre sus logros destacados, se encuentra su experiencia en gastroenterología quirúrgica en la Real y Benemérita Sociedad Portuguesa de Beneficencia - Hospital de Sao Joaquim (HBPSP), en Sao Paulo, Brasil...
2023-06-0255 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #28. Dr. Oscar Imventarza. Cirugía Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar en Pittsburgh, prof Dr Thomas Starzl, Programas de Trasplantes en Argentina y mucho más.Oscar Imventarza nació y creció en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Se graduó de la Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) en 1982. Realizó su entrenamiento quirúrgico entre 1983 y 1986 en el Hospital Argerich y el Hospital Finochietto.
En 1987, comenzó su entrenamiento en Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Trasplante de Hígado en la División de Trasplantes de la Universidad de Pittsburgh, bajo la supervisión del profesor Thomas Starzl. Se convirtió en investigador (1987), becario clínico (1988), instructor de cirugía (1989) y profesor asistente de la misma universidad en 1990.
Oscar Imventarza regresó a Argentina a fines de 1992 y...
2023-05-171h 08The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 21: Dr. Flavio Rocha – Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, & The OPT-IN trialToday we're excited to share our interview with Dr. Flavio Rocha. Dr. Rocha is a surgical oncologist and HPB surgeon at OHSU, where he serves as a professor of surgery and the Hedinger Chair and the Division Head of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Rocha’s clinical and research interests include pancreas cancer and cholangiocarcinoma, as well as other cancers of the upper GI tract.
We had a great discussion about biliary tract cancers, and Dr. Rocha shared his expertise on a variety of related topics to include gallbladder cancer and the OPT-IN trial, as well as intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma and...
2023-03-1048 minBehind The Knife: The Surgery PodcastJournal Review in Hepatobiliary Surgery: Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm IPMNJoin the Behind the Knife HPB team as we dive deeper into the complex world of IPMNs with a journal article review of a recent JAMA Surgery publication and the first author of the article!
Learning Objectives: In this episode, we discuss the article, “Progression vs Cyst Stability of Branch-Duct Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms After Observation and Surgery.” This article describes a multicenter retrospective study of centers in Italy, Korea, Singapore, and the US that specifically assessed what dynamic variables are associated with malignant progression in pathologically proven IMPNs under at least a year of initial surveillance.
Ho...
2023-03-0245 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #27. Dr. Matteo Serenari. Cirugía Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar en Italia, ALLPS, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires y mucho más.El Dr. Serenari trabaja actualmente en la Unidad de Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Trasplante del Hospital Sant'Orsola-Malpighi (Bolonia, Italia). Sus intereses de investigación incluyen principalmente el estudio de la insuficiencia hepática. Asistió durante sus estudios de medicina a la Chirugische Klinik en Heidelberg (Alemania). También realizó una beca de investigación en el Hospital Italiano (Buenos Aires, Argentina) sobre el uso de la gammagrafía hepatobiliar en la técnica ALPPS. Conversamos de su formación, los desafíos de la cirugía HPB en Italia y su experiencia en investigación en un centro argentino. Espero disfru...
2023-01-2724 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 20: Dr. Shimul Shah – Training Pathways to HPB and Transplantation for CRLMToday’s episode features our interview with Dr. Shimul Shah. Dr. Shah is a professor of surgery and the division chief of transplantation at the University of Cincinnati, Vice Chair for health services research, and the James and Catherine Orr Endowed Chair of Liver Transplantation.
In this episode, we discuss training paradigms for hepatobiliary surgery and the role of liver transplantation in the care of patients with colorectal liver metastases. We hope you enjoy the episode!
Announcements:
-AHPBA Annual Meeting: March 9-12
https://web.cvent.com/event/4c28b9ed-d6...
2023-01-2248 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #26. Dr. Brendan Visser. Cirugía Hepato-Pancreato-Biliar en California, Edimburgo, España y mucho más.El Dr. Visser recibió su título de médico y cirujano general en la Universidad de California en San Francisco. Luego completó una beca de formación en cirugía hepatobiliar y pancreática en la Universidad de Edimburgo en Edimburgo, Reino Unido.
Actualmente el Dr. Visser participa activamente en el programa de Cirugía General y es el director del programa de Cirugía Hepatopancreatobiliar (HPB) y Director Médico del Programa de Atención del Cáncer GI en el Centro de Cáncer de Stanford.
2022-12-1659 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #25. Dr. Oscar Chapa Azuelas. Cirugía Hepatobiliopancreatica en Hospital General de México y más.El Dr. Oscar Chapa es jefe Del Servicio De Cirugía en El Hospital General De México y Profesor Titular de Cirugía General de la Universidad Autónoma de México. Con el Dr Chapa conversamos sobre su formación en Francia, y liderazgo en unos de los Hospital más grandes de Latino América. ¡Espero disfruten la entrevista!
2022-11-181h 08The AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #24. Dr. Claudio Mengoa Quintanilla. Cirugía Hepatobiliopancreatica en Arequipa. AHPBA Outreach Mission Arequipa y más.El Dr. Claudio Mengoa es jefe de cirugía del Instituto Regional de Enfermedades Neoplásicas del Sur en Arequipa, Perú. Con el Dr. Mengoa conversamos acerca de las misiones del Comité Internacional de la AHPBA. ¡Espero disfruten la entrevista!
2022-10-2848 min
Speaking of SurgOncDownstaging of Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma with Either Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy or Chemoradiotherapy Improves SurvivalRick Greene, MD, discusses with Anne O’Shea, MD, and Timothy Vreeland, MD, the role of neoadjuvant chemotherapy or chemoradiation in the treatment of localized pancreatic adenocarcinoma, and the effect of downstaging on overall survival. Dr. O’Shea and Dr. Vreeland are authors of “Downstaging of Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma with Either Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy or Chemoradiotherapy Improves Survival.” Dr. Anne O’Shea is Resident of Surgery in the Department of Surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. Sam, San Antonio, TX. Dr. Timothy Vreeland is a Surgical Oncologist also at the Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. Sam, San Antonio, TX.
2022-10-1117 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #23. Dr. Federico Aucejo. Cirugía Hepática en Cleveland Clinic, Comité Internacional de Relaciones AHPBA y más.El Dr Federico Aucejo, @FAucejo es el Director del Programa de Cáncer de Hígado y Director Quirúrgico de la Clínica de Tumores de Hígado en el Departamento de Cirugía General en el campus principal de Cleveland Clinic. Nativo de Argentina, el Dr. Aucejo recibió su título de médico de la Universidad Favaloro en Buenos Aires, Argentina, y se graduó con honores. Realizó una residencia y pasantía en su tierra natal. Luego continuó su formación médica en la ciudad de Nueva York y Cleveland. Espero disfruten la entrevista!
2022-09-2549 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 19: Dr. Julie Hallet – NETs and Older Adult Outcomes in HPBIn this episode, we interviewed Dr. Julie Hallet. Dr. Hallet is a surgical oncologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, assistant professor at the University of Toronto, and associate scientist at the Sunnybrook Research Institute.
In this episode, we discussed the ins and outs of pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (pNETs). We additionally cover her work with the Recovery After Surgical Therapy for Older Adults Research–Cancer (RESTORE-Cancer) Group and conclude with a brief discussion on patient engagement and outreach. Enjoy!
Papers referenced in the episode:
Vinik AI, Woltering EA, Warner RR, Caplin M, O'Dorisio TM, Wiseman GA, C...
2022-08-221h 01The AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #22. Dr. Juan Sarmiento. Camino de formación y sus mejores consejos en Cirugía HPBJuan M. Sarmiento, MD, FACS, es Profesor de Cirugía en la División de Cirugía General y Gastrointestinal, Departamento de Cirugía en la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Emory y Director del Centro de Cirugía Biliar Hepatopancreática (HPB) en el mismo Hospital.
El Dr. Sarmiento es nació en Colombia. Llegó a los EE. UU. en 1995 y realizo nuevamente residencia cirugía general en Rochester, MN, en la Clínica Mayo. Estuvo en la facultad del Departamento de Cirugía de Mayo después de terminar su formación hasta su traslado a Em...
2022-08-0558 min
SSAT Soundbites: A Podcast Series for SurgeonsSeason 2, Episode 6: JOGS Article Review: Interview with Drs. Ching-Wei D. Tzeng & Timothy J. VreelandThis month, Drs. Young K. Hong and Daniel W. Nelson are joined by Drs. Ching-Wei D. Tzeng & Timothy J. Vreeland. In this episode, Drs. Tzeng & Vreeland talk about the recent article published in the Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery titled, "Contemporary Assessment of Need for Palliative Bypass After Aborted Pancreatoduodenectomy Following Neoadjuvant Therapy."
2022-07-0526 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América-Episodio #21. Dra. Cecilia Yerén. Liderazgo Femenino en HPBEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dra. Cecilia Yerén. La Dra. Yerén es jefe de Servicio de Cirugía de Hígado y Vías Biliares Hospital Nacional Guillermo Almenara Irigoyen, Lima, Perú y presidente del capítulo peruano del IHPBA. Hablamos sobre su vida, su formación en Francia, su liderazgo en femenino en cirugía Hepatobiliar, y las próximas misiones de ayuda a Perú organizadas en conjunto con AHPBA. Espero disfruten la entrevista.
2022-07-011h 05The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 18: Dr. Alice Wei—Academic Careers, Centralization of Pancreatic Surgery, and Radiotherapy for Pancreas CancerIn this episode, we interviewed Dr. Alice Wei. Dr. Wei is an HPB surgeon at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She is the Co-Director of Surgical Initiatives at the David M. Rubenstein Center for Pancreatic Cancer Research and an associate professor of surgery at the Weill Cornell School of Medicine.
We discuss Dr. Wei's initial academic career as an HPB surgeon in Toronto, followed by a mid-career transition to her current position in NYC at MSKCC. During the podcast we talk about the importance of having distinct initial, mid, and later career goals. We additionally examine differences in c...
2022-06-2235 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin América-Episodio #20. Dr Gonzalo Sapisochin. Trasplante de Hígado en Oncología HepatobiliarEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dr Gonzalo Sapisochin @sapisochin. Dr Sapisochin es Profesor Asociado de la División de Cirugía General de la UHN en el Departamento de Cirugía. Se graduó con su título de Médico en la Universidad Compluense de Madrid, España y luego hizo su residencia en el Hospital Vall d'Hebron en Barcelona, España. Realizo Fellowship en Trasplante Abdominal y Oncología Quirúrgica HPB en la Universidad de Toronto, Toronto General Hospital. Gonzalo tiene muchas publicaciones y grants; ha ganado varios premios; y presentad...
2022-06-101h 08The AHPBA PodcastLatin América-Episodio #19. Dr Santiago Lopez-Ben. Técnicas en Cirugía Laparoscópica de HígadoEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dr Santiago (Santi) Lopez-Ben @LopezBenS. El Dr Lopez-Ben es unos de las cirujanos más importantes de cirugía laparoscópica de Hígado en la actualidad. Hablamos sobre su camino por la cirugía laparoscópica, sus anécdotas, y muchas otras cosas más. Si quieres ver algunas de sus cirugías, visita su canal de YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/santilb/videos
2022-05-2959 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 17: Dr. Jennifer Tseng – Department Leadership, Pancreatic Cancer, & Social MediaIn this episode, we interviewed Dr. Jennifer Tseng. Dr. Tseng is a surgical oncologist and HPB surgeon. She is the Utley Endowed Professor and Chair of the department of surgery at Boston University School of Medicine.
In this episode, we discuss varied topics to include the early days of the AHPBA, department leadership, and treatment options for pancreatic adenocarcinoma. We conclude with a great discussion about social media and wellness pearls in surgery!
Papers referenced in the episode:
de Geus SWL, Hachey KJ, Nudel JD, Ng SC, McAneny DB, Davies JD, Tsen...
2022-04-3039 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #18. Conversación con Fellows en HPB y Trasplante.En este episodio especial de la serie de América Latina conversamos con 3 cirujanos que están o van a realizar un fellowship de trasplante y HPB. La Dra. Patricia Rebolledo @PatyRebolledoC comenzara este año un fellowship en la Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, Estados Unidos; el Dr. Jorge Roldan @md_roldan está actualmente realizando un fellowship de HPB en la Universidad de McGill, Montreal, Canadá; y el Dr. Federico Oppliger @FedeOppliger que actualmente esta realizando un fellowship de trasplante en la Universidad de Indianápolis, luego de completar un fellowship de HPB oncológico en MD Anderson Cáncer Cen...
2022-04-211h 35The AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #17. Dr. Julian Varas. Simulación en CirugíaEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dr. Julian Varas @julianvarascom. Dr. Varas es Cirujano General y Profesor Asociado de la Universidad Católica de Chile. Además, Vicepresidente del Centro de Cirugía Experimental y Simulación de la Universidad Católica @SimulacionUC.
El Dr. Varas es experto en simulación quirúrgica y disminución del error humano a través del entrenamiento. Ha ganado la mejor investigación internacional en SAGES 2012, 2017, 2019 y la mejor investigación internacional en otros 5 países diferentes. Habiendo ganado varios fondos de sociedades y empresas co...
2022-04-081h 02The AHPBA PodcastLatín América - Episodio #16. Dr. Oscar Guevara. Maniobra de Hanging, tumores neuroendocrinos y másEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el maestro Dr. Oscar Guevara @OscarGuevaraHPB. El Dr. Guevara es egresado como Médico Cirujano de la Universidad El Bosque, posteriormente realizó la especialidad en Cirugía General en la Universidad Nacional de Colombia (UNAL) misma institución que avala su maestría en Epidemiología Clínica. Cuenta además con entrenamiento en Cirugía Hepatobiliar y Pancreática en el Hôpital Beaujon, Université Paris VII en París, Francia.
Espero disfruten nuestra conversación sobre su vida, los orígenes de la maniobra de Hang...
2022-03-241h 00The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 16: Sean Cleary - HCCAfter a brief hiatus, we’re back with more interviews! For this episode, we had a great discussion with Dr. Sean Cleary from the Mayo Clinic. We discussed topics to include minimally invasive HPB surgery, career transitions, differences between US and Canadian healthcare, and the management of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Enjoy!
2022-03-1046 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #15. Dr. Ruben Ciria. Cirugía Laparoscopica de Hígado y Acreditación Europea de HPBEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dr. Ruben Ciria. Dr. Ciria se licenció en Medicina en Córdoba-España y comenzó su formación como cirujano general. Obtuvo su doctorado en 2009. Completó una beca en trasplante de hígado en el King's College Hospital de Londres con el Prof. Nigel Heaton durante 2010 y 2011. En 2014, pasó 3 meses en Morioka (Hospital Universitario de Iwate) con el Prof. Wakabayashi y en Tokio (Hospital de Komagome) con el Prof. Honda para mejorar sus habilidades en cirugía hepática mínimamente invasiva. Desde 2011 a la fecha es Consultor...
2022-02-2555 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatín América - Episodio #14. Dr. Miguel Mercado. Lesiones de Vía BiliarEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el maestro Dr. Miguel Ángel Mercado Díaz. El Dr. Mercado estudió la Licenciatura de Médico Cirujano en la Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí y en 1981 ingresó a la residencia de Medicina Interna en el Instituto Nacional de la Nutrición Salvador Zubirán; posteriormente a la residencia de Cirugía General con reconocimiento de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. Realizó estudios en Alta Especialidad en Cirugía de Hígado en el mismo Instituto y de 1987 a 1989 continuó sus estudios de Cirugía Hepátic...
2022-02-101h 37The AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #13. Dr. Horacio Asbun. Formación en el extranjero y Cirugía Mínimamente Invasiva.En este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el maestro Dr. Horacio Asbun. El Dr. Asbun nació en su amada Bolivia, recibió su título de médico de la Universidad de Chile en Santiago, Chile. Su formación postdoctoral incluye una beca de cirugía general en el Hospital de La Santa Cruz y San Pablo, Universidad Autónoma, en Barcelona, España, y posteriormente una beca de oncología quirúrgica en la Universidad de California en San Diego. Después de su formación postdoctoral, completó la residencia en cirugía general en el Centro Mé...
2022-01-0846 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #12. Dr. Eduardo de Santibañes. Cirugía Hepática, ALPPS y el mejor cirujano.En este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el maestro Dr. Eduardo de Santibañes. El Dr. Santibañes nació en Argentina en 1951. Se graduó como el mejor de su clase en la Universidad de La Plata, Buenos Aires, y obtuvo el título de doctor en medicina de la Universidad de Buenos Aires. Su formación quirúrgica, que completó en 1985, se desarrolló en el histórico Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires. Luego trabajó con el afamado Prof. Dr. Thomas Starzl, en Pittsburgh, PA, durante dos años en el campo del trasplante hepático. Después...
2021-12-161h 13The AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #11. Dr. Ismael Dominguez. Nuevo fellowship internacional de Cirugía HPBEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el Dr Ismael Dominguez @domcai777 sobre su formación y proyectos. Además, hablamos acerca del nuevo fellowship internacional de cirugía Hepato-Bilio-Pancreatica @HpbLatam entre México, Brasil y Chile.
2021-11-2938 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin América - Episodio #10. Dr. Carlos Fernandez del Castillo. 30 años de experiencia en lesiones quísticas del pancreasEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina conversamos con el maestro Dr. Carlos Fernández del Castillo. El Dr. Fernández es director del programa biliopancreatico en el Massachusetts General Hospital y profesor de cirugía de la Universidad de Harvard. A propósito de su reciente publicación en Annals of Surgery sobre los 30 años de experiencia en lesiones quísticas del páncreas @MGHSurgery, nos juntamos a compartir una grata conversación acerca de su vida en uno de los centros mas reconocidos de EEUU y el mundo.
2021-11-1953 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #9. Dr. CH David Kwon. Cirugía Hepática Laparoscópica y Donante Vivo Laparoscópico.En este episodio de la serie de América Latina nos encontramos con David Kwon @CHDKwon, actual director del programa de cirugía hepática laparoscópica de Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. Hablamos de su interesante infancia, su nexo con Latina América, su extensa formación quirúrgica en Korea del Sur, sus comienzo en cirugía hepática laparoscópica y mucho más.
2021-11-0655 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #8. Dr. Xabier de Aretxabala. Formación en Japón y el Cáncer de VesículaEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina nos trasladamos con nuestro invitado, el Dr. Xabier de Aretxabala @xabierdea, de vuelta a Chile. Qué mejor que hablar con un chileno experto mundial en Cáncer de Vesícula, acerca de uno de los tumores con mayor prevalencia en Chile. Además, nos hablo de su formación en el país Nipón y de su importantísimo rol como General de Sanidad de la Fuerza Aérea @FACh_Chile durante la pandemia COVID-19 en Chile.
2021-10-151h 03The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 15: Yuman Fong - Colorectal Liver Mets, Robotic Liver Surgery and the FutureFor this episode, we had the honor of interviewing Dr. Yuman Fong, Chair of Surgical Oncology, Chair of Surgery, Director of the Center for International Medicine, and the Director of the Center for Surgical Innovation at City of Hope. Dr. Fong is an expert in MIS liver surgery and the application of novel technologies as one of the leaders in the field of robotic liver surgery for over a decade. We had a great conversation about management of colorectal liver metastases, the history, and the future of MIS liver surgery. Enjoy
2021-10-0747 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #7. Dra. Rose Marie Mege. Cirugía Hepática y Ecografía Intraabdominal.En este episodio de la serie de América Latina volvemos a Chile para conocer a una pionera de la cirugía hepática guiada por ultrasonografía. Entrevistamos a Rose Marie Mege, profesor de cirugía del Hospital Sotero del Rio. La doctora Mege se formo en Japón con el padre la cirugía hepática el prof. Masatoshi Makuuchi. En esta grata conversación hablamos de su formación, la cirugía hepática y la importancia de la ecografía intraabdominal para realizar cirugía anatómica con conservación de parénquima.
2021-09-2455 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #6. Dr. Patricio Polanco. Pancreatectomía Robótica y Neoadjuvancia en Cáncer de Páncreas.En este nuevo episodio de la serie de América Latina le toco a Perú. Entrevistamos a Patricio Polanco @PatricioPolanc0 profesor asociado y director del programa de Cirugía Oncológica Mínimamente Invasiva de The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas. En esta grata conversación hablamos de su formación quirúrgica, la pancreatectomía robótica y la importancia de la neoadjuvancia en el cáncer de páncreas.
2021-09-1058 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #5. Dr. Daniel Anaya. Cirugía Oncológica y Cholangiocarcinoma IntrahepáticoEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina nos trasladamos con nuestro invitado, el Dr Daniel Anaya @DanielAnayaMD, a la mágica y querida Colombia. El Dr. Anaya es Jefe de la Sección de Tumores Hepatobiliares y de la División de Cirugía del Departamento de Oncología Gastrointestinal del prestigioso centro Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa FL @MHepatobiliary. Hablamos de su querida Colombia, su fellowship en el MD Anderson Cancer Center, su labor en @MHepatobiliary y del cholangiocarcinoma intrahepático.
2021-08-271h 09The AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episode #4. Dr Mariano Gimenez. Cirugía Percutánea e Innovación.En este episodio de la serie de América Latina en el AHPBA podcast nos volvemos a encontrar con un argentino, el Dr. Mariano Giménez @megimenez profesor titular de cirugía de la Universidad de Buenos Aires y director científico y profesor de cirugía percutánea del IHU-IRCAD de la Universidad de Estrasburgo, Francia. Esta vez nuestro anfitrión, @megimenez nos hablo del comienzo de la cirugía percutánea, de la Fundación DAICIM, de su vida en Estrasburgo y mucho más.
2021-08-131h 07The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 14: Mary Dillhoff - Pipeline of Women in HPB Surgery, Robotic WhipplesFor this episode, we had the opportunity to interview Dr. Mary Dillhoff from OSU, HPBHeroine extraordinaire. We had a great discussion, starting with her work on women in HPB surgery, and the pipeline of future female surgeons in this field. We discussed her career specifically, and challenges she faced as a young HPBHeroine. Finally, we discussed her journey starting a robotic Whipple program at Ohio State. This was a great conversation and we hope you all enjoy it!
Papers discussed in this episode:
Women in hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery: is there a pipeline problem?
https://pub...
2021-08-0350 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #3. Dr Carlos Chan. La PancreatoduodenectomiaEn este episodio de la serie de América Latina en el AHPBA podcast nos transportamosal maravilloso país de México para conocer uno de los centros de pancreatectomías más importante del Mundo. Nuestro anfitrión, el Dr. Carlos Chan entrego consejos, sugerencias y mucho más para todos los interesados en el páncreasy la formación en cirugía HPB.
2021-07-1856 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 13: All about APPsIn this episode, we had the pleasure of talking with some of the APP leadership of the AHPBA. We discussed issues that are important to both APPs and surgeons alike. A must listen for any APP interested in HPB surgery or any surgeon who currently works with, or would like to work with, APPs. Enjoy!
2021-07-0559 minThe AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episodio #2. Dr Javier Lendoire. Vida y ObraEn este segundo episodio de la serie de América Latina en el AHPBA podcast tuve el privilegio de conversar con una persona que no necesita mayor introducción en el mundo HPB de las Américas, el Dr. Javier Lendoire (@lendoire). Nos hablo de su formación, de Thomas Starlz, de sus Amigos, y de su tiempo como presidente de AHPBA. @lendoire, entrego grandes consejos y anécdotas que espero disfruten.
Javier C Lendoire, MD, Ph.D - Bio
Javier C Lendoire graduated with the Honor Degree at the University of Buen...
2021-05-3159 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 12:Dr D'Angelica - Colorectal Liver Metastases and Hepatic Artery Infusion PumpsIn this episode, we had the honor of interviewing Dr. Mike D’Angelica, program director of both the HPB and Surgical Onocology fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering. He is the Enid A Haupt Chair in Surgery at MSK and the current president of the AHPBA.
In this episode, we took at deep dive into the use of hepatic artery infusion pumps and, more broadly, Dr. D’Angelica’s approach to the treatment of patients with CRLM. This is a real crash course into the use of this modality, and should be of interest to everyone from early traine...
2021-05-141h 07The AHPBA PodcastLatin America - Episode #1. Dr. Martin Dib. Trasplante de Hígado con Donante Vivo en Sud América-ChileWe are excited to present the first episode in a new series of episodes hosted by our good friend, Dr. Eduardo Vega, which will be conducted in Spanish. Introduction of this episode from Dr. Vega:
Damos la bienvenida al primer episodio de la serie de América Latina en el AHPBA podcast. Es esta oportunidad entrevistamos a Martin Dib, cirujano de HPB y trasplante con extensa formación en Chile y el extranjero. Conversaremos con él los desafíos de realizar la residencia y especialización en la Universidad de Harvard y Toronto, de su vuelta a Chile...
2021-04-081h 10The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 11: Dr Michele Molinari - Patients’ treatment preferences for potentially resectable tumors of the head of the pancreasIn this episode, we discussed a recent article in HPB entitled, "Patients’ treatment preferences for potentially resectable tumors of the head of the pancreas." We discussed this interesting paper (link to paper below), which centered around patient decision making when faced with a difficult decision of which therapy to receive in the setting of resectable pancreas cancer. This paper contained some very surprising insights into the thought process of patients, and we had a very interesting discussion around this topic. Enjoy!
https://www.hpbonline.org/article/S1365-182X(19)30602-1/pdf
2021-03-1137 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 10: Dr. Steven Strasberg - Bile Duct InjuriesFor this episode, we had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Steven Strasberg, who is a living legend in the HPB Surgery. We discussed the history behind laparoscopic cholecystectomy, bile duct injuries and the development of the critical view of safety. We also discussed repair of bile duct injuries with the master himself. We really enjoyed this interview and we hope you do too!
A couple of papers discussed:
Davidoff et al. Mechanisms of Major Biliary Injury During Laparoscopic Cholecytstectomy
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1242421/pdf/annsurg00085-0016...
2020-12-0350 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 9: Dr. Felipe CoimbraIn this interview, we had a chance to sit down with the former AHPBA President, Dr. Felipe Coimbra and discuss his career, his service to the AHPBA, and his contributions to the expansion of the AHPBA within South America.
2020-11-0716 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 8: Dr. Tim Pawlik - Leadership and CareerIn this episode, we sat down with Dr. Tim Pawlik and discussed his path to chair and general career path, his amazing academic productivity, and asked for some advice on how to build a successful academic career. Enjoy!
2020-09-1733 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 7: Dr. Melissa Hogg - MIS HPB Surgery Part 2 (Robotics)In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Melissa Hogg on the development and implementation of training platforms for robotic pancreatic surgery, in Pittsburgh, in Chicago, and now around the world.
2020-08-1442 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 6: Dr. Adnan Alseidi - MIS HPB Surgery Part 1This is the first of 2 episodes where we discuss MIS HPB surgery with leaders in the field and focus on training both residents and fellows, as well as community surgeons. In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Adnan Alseidi from UCSF. Enjoy!
2020-07-3141 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 5: Drs Wargo and McAllister - Pancreas Cancer and The Microbiome.In this episode, we meet the senior investigators behind the paper "Tumor Microbiome Diversity and Composition Influence Pancreatic Cancer Outcomes," Dr Jen Wargo and Dr Florencia McAllister. We discussed their findings in this very important paper as well as other past and on-going projects surrounding this topic. Links to papers discussed; highly recommend at least skimming these articles before listening. Enjoy!
Riquelme E, Zhang Y, Wargo J, McAllister F et al. Tumor Microbiome Diversity and Composition Influence Pancreatic Cancer Outcomes. Cell. 8 Aug 2019; 178: 795-806.
https://www.cell.com/cell/pdf/S0092-8674(19)30773-1.pdf
2020-06-0934 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 4: Dr. Rebecca Minter - Training in HPB SurgeryFor this episode, we interviewed Dr. Rebecca Minter and discussed a range of topics around surgical training, including current and future general surgery resident education, entrustable professional activities, and applications in the field of HPB surgery. This episode will appeal to trainees and educators alike. We hope you enjoy it.
2020-04-2139 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 3: AHPBA COVID WebinarThis episode is the audio from the recent AHPBA COVID-19 HPB Surgery Webinar hosted by Dr. Timothy Pawlik and featuring Dr. Sean Cleary, Dr. Majella Doyle, Dr. Michael D'Angelica, Dr. Tara Kent, and Dr. Nicolas Demartines. Listen here for the audio version or you can access the video through the AHPBA website.
2020-04-211h 08The AHPBA PodcastEpisode 2: Show & Tell - Dr. Marc Besselink - MIS PancreatectomyIn this episode, we discussed the development of collaborative clinic trials in surgery with Dr. Marc Besselink, who has been a true leader in this effort. Dr. Besselink is the PI of multiple important trials and has led collaboratives that are conducting practice-changing trials. We discussed the results of the DIPLOMA, LEOPARD and LEOPARD trials and how they have affected his current practice as well as his advice for MIS HPB surgeons around the world. Enjoy!
2020-03-2443 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 0 - Introducing the AHPBA PodcastA quick 5 minute episode introducing the podcast and hosts.
2020-03-0605 minThe AHPBA PodcastEpisode 1: Dr. Jean Nicolas Vauthey - Colorectal Liver Metastases In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Vauthey, Professor of Surgical Oncology and Chief of HPB Surgery and University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. We discussed Dr. Vauthey's background, early career and how he found his way to liver surgery. We then discussed some of the finer points of the care of patients with colorectal liver metastases. Enjoy!
2020-03-0451 min
Sundays On The East EndWPPB | Guests performer/writer/radio personality Walker Vreeland and Timothy McDarrah | 06/02/2019Our guests this week, at the beginning of Pride Month, are Walker Vreeland and Timothy McDarrah.
Walker Vreeland is an award-winning monologist and radio personality, producer, writer, actor, singer and voice-over artist. He is best known for having hosted The Afternoon Show on WBAZ out here, and as the creator and host of the podcast "Interview with the Artist," where he has interviewed such stars as Cyndi Lauper, Joy Behar, Betty Buckley, David Brenner, James Frey, Cheech Marin, Sandra Bernhard, and Jane Krakowski. He’s also been heard on WEHM. Walker is bringing his one-man show "From Ship t...
2019-06-0253 min