Inside Surgery

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Dr. Draga Mandi is joined by Prof. Tan Arulampalam, Prof. Anne Yeh, and Dr. Freek Daams for an honest discussion about work-life balance in surgery. From burnout and performance pressure to complications, mentorship, and finding support, the panel reflects on the challenges surgeons face both inside and outside the hospital. They also explore changing attitudes across generations and what it really takes to build a sustainable and fulfilling surgical career.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Dr. Alice Tsai is joined by Prof. Yoav Mintz and Dr. Jennifer Straatman to discuss how new surgical technologies move from idea to clinical practice. From identifying genuine unmet needs and developing innovative solutions, to funding, and implementation, the conversation explores what it really takes to introduce technology safely and effectively into modern healthcare. Along the way, the panel reflects on robotics, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and the role surgeons can play in shaping the next generation of surgical innovation.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Dr. Alice Tsai is joined by Prof. Hans Fuchs, Prof. Barbara Seeliger, and Prof. Rosa Jiménez-Rodríguez to explore the future of robotic surgery.From artificial intelligence and automation to training, access, and the evolving role of the surgeon; the panel examines where robotic surgery stands today and where it may be heading next. Along the way, they challenge assumptions, debate controversial ideas, and share their vision for the operating room of the future.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Prof. Tan Arulampalam is joined by Dr. Suzanne Gisbertz and Prof. Vasile Bintintan for a thought-provoking discussion on one of surgery's biggest questions: should surgeons become highly specialised experts or remain broad-based generalists? Drawing on experiences from very different healthcare systems, they explore training, patient outcomes, surgical careers, and the realities of delivering care across diverse settings. The conversation challenges assumptions, highlights the value of both paths, and offers important insights for the next generation of surgeons.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Prof. Tan Arulampalam is joined by Prof. Marlies Schijven and Prof. Catalin Copaescu to explore one of the most important factors in surgical success: teamwork. From operating room culture and psychological safety to communication, hierarchy, and the growing role of technology, the discussion examines what really drives high-performing surgical teams. Along the way, the guests share practical insights, personal experiences, and a glimpse into how the future of surgery may be shaped as much by people as by innovation.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, recorded live at the EAES Congress in Athens, host Dr. Bright Huo is joined by Dr. Stavros Antoniou, Prof. Salvador Morales-Conde, and Prof. Thomas Carus to explore the latest international guidelines on primary groin hernia repair. Together, they unpack the evidence behind the recommendation for laparoscopic repair, and discuss what the data means for surgeons and patients in everyday practice. The panel also tackles the long-standing TAPP versus TEP debate, revealing where the evidence is clear, where expertise matters most, and why the real-world context of care remains crucial.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, recorded live at the EAES Congress in Athens, host Dr. Draga Maria Mandi talks with Dr. Ludovica Baldari, Prof. Rosa Jiménez Rodríguez, and Prof. Selman Uranues to discuss musculoskeletal pain and ergonomics in the operating room.From posture and instrument design to robotic surgery and long operating lists, they explore how working conditions affect surgeons’ wellbeing, performance, and patient care. The panel also considers practical solutions, including better training, smarter operating-room setup, and equipment designed for a more diverse surgical workforce.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

Has laparoscopy reached its limits, or is it simply paving the way for the next era of surgery? Recorded live at the EAES Congress in Athens, this episode brings together Prof. Jaap Bonjer, Dr. Clarisa Birlog, and Dr. Draga Mandi for a thought-provoking discussion on robotic surgery, surgical training, AI, and the technologies transforming operating rooms around the world. From hernia repairs and complex cancer procedures to the future of digital surgery, they explore what surgeons may gain and what they risk losing, as the field continues to evolve.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode, host Alice Tsai talks with surgeons Dr. Maria Vannucci and Dr. Rita Rodríguez Luna, trained under Professor Perretta in Strasbourg, about endo-bariatric procedures like endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG)—a suturing technique that reshapes the stomach without cutting tissue. With only about 1% of eligible obese patients opting for traditional bariatric surgery, ESG offers a less invasive alternative, often sparing the fundus to improve satiety and reduce reflux risk. The guests discuss combining ESG with drugs or fundic ablation, the demanding learning curve (25–60 procedures for proficiency), and its partial reversibility. They highlight obesity as a complex, multifactorial disease requiring multidisciplinary care, while Rita emphasises prevention and nutrition education, especially for children. A compelling look at how endo-bariatrics is reshaping obesity treatment.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member

In this episode of Inside Surgery, host Dr Alice Tsai speaks with Dr Amila Cizmic and Dr Monica Ortenzi about a 2023 paper published in Surgical Endoscopy, exploring surgical quality assessment in minimally invasive total gastrectomy for gastric cancer.They discuss how the project developed from an EAES Research Sandpit idea into an international Delphi consensus, and reflect on some of the decisions and challenges behind the research process. The conversation also touches on expert selection, questionnaire design, collaboration, and how studies like this can help shape future work in surgical quality assessment.The episode offers an insight into the realities of developing surgical research, from early ideas and methodology choices to publication and future applications, including the growing role of AI in surgery.Read full article here.If you enjoy this episode, why not subscribe to Inside Surgery so you don't miss out on future episodes?Would you like to become a part of the EAES family? Become a member via https://eaes.eu/become-a-member