Mastering the surgical consult is a true milestone in every young surgeon’s career. But it’s not easy! It is a difficult transition from lowly data gatherer to mighty data synthesizer. It is, in many ways, an art form. Is there anything more beautiful than breaking down a complex, convoluted patient presentation into an immaculate assessment and plan? Something so bullet proof that the attending surgeon has been left speechless. Perhaps not! Join Drs. Joey Lew and Patrick Georgoff as they review 10 CONSULT COMMANDMENTS TO DOMINATE THE DAY:
Have a SystemTrust No One, Expect SabotageAlways Ask at Least One WhyAlways Look at the Imaging YourselfDon’t Worry AloneDon’t Bury the LeadNever LieInclude a Real Assessment and Plan in Your NoteGoals of care are important and individualOver-communicateHosts:
Dr. Joey Lew, MD, MFA, PGY2, Duke University (@LewActually)Dr. Patrick Georgoff, MD, Duke University (@georgoff)Insensible Losses – Poems by Joey Lew: https://www.amazon.com/Insensible-Losses-Joey-Lew/dp/B0D773LSHL
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