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Students of Surgery

by Martin Brand
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  • Routine blood tests in general surgery-when to do them

    March 23, 2022 · 15 min

    In this episode Bryce Svensson interviews Prof Brand to find out what are 'routine blood tests' used in general surgery. Specifically they talk about the full blood count, urea and electrolytes, C-reactive protein and procalcitonin. Their…

  • Plastic surgery: Melanomas

    February 19, 2022 · 17 min

    In this podcast we will cover the basics of melanomas which all general practcioners should know about with Mayuri Ramnarain. Stanleur Capital: Medical practice and personal financial solutions

  • HPB Metastatic liver lesions

    February 14, 2022 · 13 min

    Liver metastases are very common. With modern liver resection techniques and chemotherapy agents we are able to offer these patients treatment that may significantly lengthen their overall survival. In thjis podcast we dicuss metastatic…

  • HPB Portal hypertension

    February 7, 2022 · 20 min

    The normal blood pressure in the portal venous circulation is 3-5mmHg, portal hypertension is diagnosed once the pressure is greater than 6mm Hg. Varices start developing with a pressure greater than 8mmHg, and may bleed with pressures…

  • HPB Primary liver cancers

    January 29, 2022 · 14 min

    In this episode Dr Hendri Pretorius tells us about primary liver cancers, focusing on hepatocellular cancer. Stanleur Capital: Medical practice and personal financial solutions

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  • HPB Gallstones and their complications

    January 7, 2022 · 24 min

    In this podcast we discuss the types and pathogenesis of gallstones as well as their complications with Dr Hendri Pretorius. Stanleur Capital: Medical practice and personal financial solutions

  • Trauma Surgery Radiology investigations in the resuscitation room

    January 1, 2022 · 24 min

    In this podcast we discuss the indications of x-rays, eFAST, CT scans, contrast studies and other investigations. Attached to the podcast is a PDF with links to additional resources. Stanleur Capital: Medical practice and personal…

  • Trauma surgery Approach to the trauma patient

    January 1, 2022 · 23 min

    Using ATLS principles, trauma surgeon Dr Barbaro Monzon, discusses the approach to a trauma patient in the emergency room. The primary, secondary and tertiary surveys are dealt with. Attached to the podcast is a summary sheet which…

  • Informed consent and other medicolegal principles

    January 1, 2022 · 28 min

    We discuss informed consent, who can give consent and various ethical principles with Mr Jerry Mayaba, an attorney specialising in medicolegal litigation with MacRoberts Attorneys. Attached to the podcast are various HPCSA published…

  • Internship training: how to conduct yourself as a doctor

    January 1, 2022 · 10 min

    In this podcast we discuss HPCSA internship training requirements with Mr Jerry Mayaba, attorney for MacRobert's Attorney's, and what is required for an intern doctor to be successfully signed off as an independent practicioner. Attached…

  • Trauma surgery Electropathology- the pathology of electricity

    September 20, 2021 · 14 min

    Join Martin Brand as he interviews electricity guru, Professor Ryan Blumenthal, Forensic pathologist at the University of Pretoria. Professor Blumenthal has a deep interest in electricity and how it casues trauma, from your kitchen kettle…

  • Trauma surgery Lightning and lightning associated injuries

    September 3, 2021 · 18 min

    In this episode Professor Martin Brand interviews Professor Ryan Blumenthal, senior specialist forensic pathologist and associate professor at the University of Pretoria’s Department of Forensic Medicine. His chief field of interest is…

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About the show

An overview of surgical topics aimed at medical students coming to their clinical surgery rotations, as well as refreshers for early career medical doctors working in surgical departments. These podcasts provide core knowledge of topics, providing a platform to commence deeper learning.