Surgery 101

The objectives of this two-part podcast are to:

Discuss the prevalence, current trends, and motivations behind FGC

Describe the different types of FGC

Detail the legality of FGC in Canada

Discuss the immediate and long term consequences of FGC

Discuss the clinical management of women with FGC with respect to gynecologic and obstetric care

Develop an approach for the provision of culturally competent and trauma informed care for adolescents and women with FGC

By the end of today's episode, the learner will be able to:

Describe Surgical approaches used for male gender affirming surgery, including metoidioplasty, phalloplasty and testicular and penile implants

Outline complications commonly seen after male gender affirming surgery

By the end of today's episode, the learner will be able to:

Describe the pre-operative considerations relating to gender affirming surgery

Outline the embryological origins of the external genitalia

Describe the common surgical techniques used in female gender affirming surgery

List complications commonly encountered after female gender affirming surgery

By the end of today's episode, the learner will be able to:

Describe basic terms relating to about the transgender community

Comfortably use inclusive language and pronouns

Describe the DSM-IV diagnosis of gender dysphoria, and

Recognize the elements of the pathway to receiving gender affirming surgery in Canada

In recent times, the terms "equity, diversity, and inclusion" or "EDI" have become buzzwords for academic institutions to demonstrate their commitment to social accountability. Although incredible work is being done, it is important to remember why it was necessary in the first place and what the ultimate goals are. Today, as I discuss EDI in surgical education, I'd like to highlight these are my own thoughts at this stage in my training as I continue to learn and unlearn, and also thank you, the listener, for engaging in what can often be a difficult discussion.

There are no formal "learning objectives" for this episode, but I hope you will be able to reflect on the following ideas:

The role of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in surgical education regarding what is taught, why, and by whom.

How to reflect on and grow your own EDI understanding as you go through your medical training.

After listening to this episode, learners should be able to:

Describe the typical clinical presentation of De Quervain's tenosynovitis

Explain the pathophysiology for De Quervain's tenosynovitis

Outline the diagnosis and management of the patient with De Quervain's tenosynovitis.

After listening to this episode, learners should be able to:

Describe the typical clinical presentation of mallet finger

Explain the pathophysiology for mallet finger

Outline the diagnosis and management of the patient with mallet finger.

After listening to this episode, learners should be able to:

Describe the typical clinical presentation of Dupuytren's contracture

Explain the pathophysiology and list common risk factors for Dupuytren's contracture

Outline the diagnosis and management of the patient with Dupuytren's contracture.

After listening to this episode, learners should be able to:

Describe the typical clinical presentation of trigger finger

Explain the pathophysiology and list common risk factors for trigger finger

Outline the diagnosis and management of the patient with trigger finger.

By the end of this video episode, you will:

Review basic principles of vascular bypass grafts

Review surgical terms used

Understand potential complications of bypass grafts

Understand the basic steps of various bypass grafts