In this episode of Doctors Unscripted, host Dr. Nadia Giannetti sits down with Dr. Liane Feldman, Edward W. Archibald Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery at McGill University and Surgeon-in-Chief at the McGill University Health Centre.

Dr. Feldman is an internationally recognized leader in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and enhanced recovery after surgery. Her patient-centered research focuses on improving surgical recovery, optimizing perioperative care processes, and using technology to enhance operative performance. She founded a multidisciplinary enhanced recovery program at the MUHC that was recognized by Accreditation Canada as a leading practice. She currently serves as President of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and has held leadership roles across major surgical organizations in Canada and the United States.

In this candid conversation, Dr. Feldman reflects on how she chose surgery as her specialty, what draws physicians to the intensity and precision of the operating room, and the mindset required to thrive in a demanding surgical career. She also shares how she prioritizes her own well-being, maintains balance, and sustains longevity in a high-performance field.

If you are a medical student considering surgery, a clinician navigating leadership, or simply curious about what drives those at the top of their field, this episode offers insight into the discipline, humanity, and resilience behind surgical excellence.

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