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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #184
Coping with Surgical Complications During Residency
with Dr. Chloe Peters
Beyond patient morbidity, complications can have a significant impact on surgeon health and relationships outside of medicine. In this episode of the PGY Pearls Series of BackTable Urology, hosts Dr. Lindsay Hampson (UCSF) and Dr. Gina Badalato (Columbia University) discuss the “second victim phenomenon” with special guest Dr. Chloe Peters, a fifth-year urology resident at the University of Washington
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2024, August 13). Ep. 184 – Coping with Surgical Complications During Residency [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Chloe Peters
Dr. Chloe Peters is a resident urologist at UW Urology in Seattle.
Dr. Lindsay Hampson
Dr. Lindsay Hampson is an associate professor of urology at UCSF in San Francisco, California.
Dr. Gina Badalato
Dr. Gina Badalato is an associate professor of urology at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City.
Synopsis
The “second victim phenomenon” refers to the negative emotional response a healthcare worker endures after a traumatic patient care event. The conversation explores the psychological impacts of surgical complications as Dr. Peters describes the phases of coping. She emphasizes the need to distinguish between personal failure and professional setbacks and highlights the importance of peer and institutional support. The discussion also delves into recent cultural shifts in medicine, especially in the wake of COVID-19. The experts conclude by discussing steps for progress and improvement within the surgical work environment.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:00 - Second Victim Phenomenon
06:52 - Challenges for Trainees
09:43 - Managing Complications
17:04 - Phases of Emotions
20:31 - Peer Support and Institutional Resources
35:04 - Building a Supportive Training Environment
Resources
Pearson Ravitz
https://pearsonravitz.com/
BackTable URO24- Operate with Zen
https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/24/operate-with-zen
BackTable URO39- The Anatomy of a Complication https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/39/the-anatomy-of-a-complication-surgeon-health
BackTable URO42- Mental Constructs to Avoid Complications https://www.backtable.com/shows/urology/podcasts/42/mental-constructs-to-avoid-complications
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