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Clinical Trials, DCIS, and the Future of Breast Cancer Care with Dr. Irene Wapnir

September 30, 2026 · 18 min

In this episode of Scrubcast, breast surgeon and surgical oncologist Dr. Irene Wapnir discusses the evolution of breast cancer care, from the widespread use of mastectomy to breast-conserving approaches. Wapnir discusses what drew her to…
Improving Cancer Immunotherapy with Dr. Alma Cepika

August 31, 2026 · 20 min

On this episode of Scrubcast, Dr. Alma Cepika, assistant professor in the Division of General Surgery and chief of its new Surgical Sciences Section, explains how regulatory T cells help prevent the immune system from causing unnecessary…
Optimizing Surgical Care Through Clinical Trials with Dr. Shipra Arya

July 31, 2026 · 19 min

In this episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker sits down with Dr. Shipra Arya, a professor in the Division of Vascular Surgery at Stanford University, to discuss her journey into vascular surgery and her groundbreaking clinical trials…
Leading Quality Change at Stanford Surgery with Amin Etemad, MBA

June 30, 2026 · 23 min

Amin Etemad is the first staff member featured on Scrubcast and a vital contributor to quality improvement (QI) at Stanford Surgery. Amin shares his journey from growing up in a medical family to pursuing an MBA in Medical Management. He…
Robotic Surgery: From Training to Innovation with Dr. Aaron Dawes

May 28, 2026 · 21 min

In this episode of Scrubcast, Assistant Professor Dr. Dawesdiscusses what drew him to colorectal surgery—including his love for intestinal surgery, the field's breadth from minor anorectal procedures to complex pelvic surgeries, the…

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Peripheral Nerves with Dr. Catherine Curtin

April 30, 2026 · 12 min

On this episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker speaks with Dr.Catherine Curtin, a professor specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Stanford University's Department of Surgery. Dr. Curtin explains that peripheral…
Innovative Approaches to Abdominal Cancer: A Deep Dive into HIPEC and PIPAC with Dr. Byrne Lee

April 1, 2026 · 21 min

In this episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker speaks with Dr. Byrne Lee, a clinical professor specializing in surgical oncology at Stanford University. Dr. Lee shares his personal connection to cancer, discussing how family experiences…
Where Cancer and Cardiovascular Health Meet with Dr. Nazish Sayed

March 2, 2026 · 20 min

Scubcast welcomes back Dr. Nazish Sayed, an associate professor in the Division of Vascular Surgery, for a discussion on the latest research in cardio vascular health. In this episode, Dr. Sayed reflects on the enduring benefits of…
Exploring the Intersection of Surgery and Cancer Research with Dr. Dan Delitto

February 2, 2026 · 14 min

Dr. Dan Delitto is an assistant professor of surgery at Stanford University specializes in surgical oncology and holds a PhD in immunology. On this episode, Dr. Delitto reflects on his decision to pursue an MD-PhD pathway during residency…
20 years of Improving Transplant Tolerance with Dr. Stephan Busque

December 1, 2025 · 30 min

This episode features Stanford Professor and transplant surgeon Dr. Stephan Busque. He discusses his extensive experience in the field of tolerance in transplantation, particularly focusing on advancements over the past 20 years. Dr…
Crohn's Disease and Creeping Fat with Dr. Jeong Hyun

November 3, 2025 · 28 min

On this episode of Scrubcast, episode of Scrubcast features Dr. Jeong Hyun, an assistant professor in the division of pediatric surgery at Stanford University, discusses his journey to becoming a surgeon scientist. Hyun’s research is…
Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment with Dr. Fred Dirbas

October 1, 2025 · 29 min

On this episode of Scrubcast, we speak with Dr. Fred Dirbas, the John and Ann Doerr Faculty Scholar of Breast Surgery and chair of the breast disease site working group for the Society for Surgical Oncology. Rather than ascribing to a…

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About the show

Welcome to Scrubcast, the official podcast of the Stanford Department of Surgery! Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of surgery, where we spotlight the groundbreaking research, innovations, and stories shaping the future of medicine. Scrubcast features candid interviews with distinguished surgeons, insightful discussions on new surgical techniques, and conversations that highlight important issues in surgical practice and education. Whether you’re a medical professional, student, or simply curious about the surgical field, Scrubcast offers an engaging and accessible exploration of