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Scalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine11 - Surgical Synergy: Why Surgeon-Anesthesiologist Relationships MatterCan the familiarity between a surgeon and anesthesiologist impact patient outcomes? In this episode, Dr. Lee Sharma,  welcomes Dr. Julie Hallet, to share insights from her recent JAMA Surgery study, which found that increased familiarity between surgeon-anesthesiologist teams leads to reduced 90-day morbidity in high-risk GI, GYN oncology, and spine surgeries. Sparked by her frustrations with inconsistent anesthesiology teams in Ontario’s regionalized system, Dr. Hallet’s research highlights the power of non-technical skills, trust, and shared worldviews in improving OR outcomes. She discusses why there’s no “magic number” for team familiarity, the challenges of scheduling stable teams, and her ong...2025-07-2830 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine10 - Physician, Parent, Partner: How Dr. Ruby Powar Balances It All with BoundariesCan setting boundaries transform your medical practice and personal life? Host Dr. Lee Sharma sits down with Dr. Ruby Powar, to explore her inspiring journey from Vancouver, Canada, to building a private practice alongside her husband. Drawing from her diverse experiences in urgent care, hospice, and outpatient medicine, Dr. Power shares how she prioritized family while navigating the challenges of establishing a practice. She discusses the power of internal and external boundaries to create harmony in both professional and personal spheres, offering practical strategies for conflict resolution and team-building in a small practice. From choosing not to admit patients...2025-07-2130 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine9 - Surgical Accountability: Leading Through Complications with Dr. Steven CohenHow can surgeons navigate the inevitable complications and conflicts that arise in their practice? Host Dr. Lee Sharma welcomes Dr. Steven Cohen, a seasoned colorectal surgeon based in Richmond, Virginia, to the Scalpel and Sword Podcast.  Dr. Cohen's wealth of knowledge and experience makes him the perfect guest to explore the human side of medicine and the importance of professionalism in surgery. He delves into the medical-legal arena, highlighting trends like finger-pointing among healthcare teams and the importance of pausing to respond rather than react to bad outcomes. Drawing from a case where a patient died despite ex...2025-07-1447 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine8 - Unionizing in White Coats: A Doctor’s Role in Collective Action What happens when a future physician confronts the past, present, and future of medical labor rights? In this thoughtful and timely conversation, Dr. Lee Sharma sits down with Dr. Tarun Ramesh, soon to begin his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, to unpack his NEJM article, “Striking a Balance,” which examines the ethics, history, and global impact of physician strikes.Together, they explore why doctors are increasingly turning to unions—from South Korea’s historic 2024 resident strike to post-pandemic organizing in Boston. Dr. Ramesh offers compelling insights on how burnout, corporatization, and lack of clinician voice are fueling a new era...2025-07-0732 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine7 - From Combat Medic to Courtroom: Zej Moczydlowski’s Mission for JusticeWhat happens when a combat medic turns to the law to continue his mission of service? In this deeply inspiring episode, Dr. Lee Sharma welcomes Zej Moczydlowski, who shares how his years providing care in austere environments from Sub-Saharan Africa to the ER taught him to lead through crisis, work across hierarchies, and find humanity in hardship.Zej discusses the unique dynamics of medical teams in the military, where saving lives sometimes meant pushing past traditional roles and stepping into leadership with humility and resolve. He also reflects on his pivot to law school, his passion for...2025-06-3032 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine6 - Microskills for Conflict Management with Dr. Resa LewissWhat does it take to thrive in medicine beyond clinical excellence? In this episode, Dr. Lee Sharma speaks with Dr. Resa Lewiss about the small, everyday actions that can make a big impact on your career. Dr. Lewiss shares how she turned feelings of being left out of the "professional playbook" into a guide for others, offering practical tools like pausing before reacting, scheduling emails thoughtfully, and recognizing conflict early.They also explore the deeper cost of unresolved conflict in the workplace, from burnout to poor patient care. Dr. Lewiss explains how to spot gaslighting using the...2025-06-2344 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine5 - How to Handle Conflict in Advocacy with Dr. Nicole CarterIn this episode, Dr. Lee Sharma interviews Dr. Nicole Carter who has made advocacy a core part of her medical career. Dr. Carter reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic pushed her to fill an information void in her community, offering clear, compassionate, and science-based updates that blended her expertise as a physician with her roles as a mother and daughter.Beyond the pandemic, Dr. Carter discusses her continued advocacy through organizations such as the Georgia Chapter of the AAP Legislative Committee, gun control advocacy groups, and her local Indivisible chapter. She shares her experiences speaking at town...2025-06-1629 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine4 - First Job, First Negotiation: Lessons from a Rural Family DocStepping into practice as a young physician can be daunting, especially when it comes to negotiating contracts and building a team in a rural setting. In this episode, Dr. Lee Sharma welcomes Dr. Anesia Allen, to discuss how she navigated these challenges with confidence and clarity. Dr. Allen shares her journey of negotiating her first contract, securing key terms like protected time off, and ensuring her team aligned with the community’s needs. From working with a medical contract attorney to drawing on mentorship and her experiences as an Auburn cheerleader, she offers practical strategies for young physicians to...2025-06-0931 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine3 - Navigating the Wards: A Med Student’s ViewStarting third-year medical school is like stepping into a firestorm—new challenges, high stakes, and constant conflict. In this episode of Scalpel and Sword, Dr. Lee Sharma talks with Dr. Natalie Simpkins about her journey through medical school and the conflicts she faced on the wards. Natalie shares candid insights on navigating patient care, collaborating with peers, and managing the hierarchy of specialties like surgery and OB-GYN. From dealing with “gunners” to learning not to take rapid-fire interactions personally, Natalie’s story is a must-listen for aspiring physicians and anyone curious about the human side of medical training.Three...2025-06-0237 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine2 - Know Your Numbers in a Contract Negotiation with Dr. Mona Bakshi-KamathNavigating the business side of medicine can be daunting, especially for women physicians who often face unique challenges in negotiation. In this episode, Dr. Lee Sharma sits down with Dr. Mona Bakshi-Kamath, to discuss how she mastered the art of negotiation to secure fair reimbursement and create a patient-centered practice.Dr. Kamath shares her journey of diving deep into billing and reimbursement, advocating for equitable pay, and restructuring her schedule to prioritize both patient care and personal well-being. From leveraging data to negotiate with hospital administrators to setting boundaries that enhance quality of life, her insights...2025-05-2632 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine1 - Balancing Professional Demands and Personal Well-BeingIn this episode of Scalpel and Sword, Dr. Lee Sharma, sits down with Dr. Meshia Wallace, to share her journey from nursing to pulmonary and critical care, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries to protect both her professional calling and personal passions, like fashion. From navigating the intense demands of 2020 to mentoring female residents to find their voice, Dr. Wallace offers practical advice for physicians—especially women—on prioritizing self-care and establishing boundaries to sustain a fulfilling career. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to balance medicine’s demands with personal growth.Biggest Takeaways:Priori...2025-05-1931 minScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern MedicineScalpel and Sword: Conflict and Negotiation in Modern Medicine0 - Before the First Cut— An InvitationBehind every white coat is a battlefield of values, emotions, and unspoken tension. In this special teaser episode, Dr. Lee Sharma shares a glimpse of what’s to come: real conversations about conflict, burnout, boundary-setting, and negotiating a better life inside modern medicine.On Scalpel and Sword, we’ll walk together into the places we were taught to ignore—the silent struggles, the private battles—and find new tools to face them.The journey begins May 19th. Subscribe today and be part of the first wave of voices rewriting what it means to practice—and to live—as a...2025-05-0702 min