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Scalpel 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 min