Surgical Society Podcasts: A Novel Way to Engage and Educate the Community

Elizabeth L. Carpenter, Franklin A. Valdera, Jessica A. Zaman, Kevin El-Hayek, Shirin Towfigh, Timothy E. Newhook, Daniel W. Nelson, Timothy J. Vreeland

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Abstract

Background: Podcasts are increasingly being utilized in the surgical field as an asynchronous educational resource. This article discusses podcasts devoted to the field of surgery and their growing contribution to surgical education. Methods: We provide examples of current podcasts and their varied structures, including those that distribute clinical and educational content, discuss recent literature and advancements, interview leaders in the field, and/or showcase unique perspectives on topics such as career development, diversity, and wellness. Results and Conclusions: Podcasts generated from surgical societies stand on unique ground to educate and engage the surgical community.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)565-568
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Surgical Education
Volume79
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1 2022

Keywords

  • Medical Knowledge
  • Podcast
  • Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
  • Professionalism
  • asynchronous learning
  • general surgery
  • medical education
  • mobile learning
  • surgical education

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Education

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