Comprehensive Review of General Surgery (2019)

Overview

Comprehensive Review of General Surgery (2019) is an on-demand educational resource covering a broad range of topics relevant to general surgery practice. This course provides detailed presentations on key surgical conditions, procedural decision-making, perioperative management, and subspecialty considerations within general surgery as well as related fields such as thoracic and vascular surgery and urology. On-demand General Surgery education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This course consists of lectures by expert faculty addressing important clinical and surgical topics. It delivers a comprehensive review suitable for reinforcing knowledge and clinical decision-making in general surgery and affiliated specialties.

• Hernia: Inguinal, Parastomal, Ventral Umbilical — David M. Krpata, MD
• Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: A Decision Analysis — Ajita Prabhu, MD
• Benign Disorders of the Liver and Bile Ducts — Toms Augustin, MD, MPH, FACS
• Malignant Liver Lesions — Bijan Eghtesad, MD
• Benign Disorders of the Pancreas – Chronic Pancreatitis and Necrotizing Pancreatitis — Robert Simon, MD
• Malignant Disorders of the Pancreas — Robert Simon, MD
• Benign and Malignant Diseases of the Esophagus — Sudish C. Murthy, MD, PhD, FACS, FCCP
• Peptic Ulcer Disease, Reflux Disease, Paraesophageal Hernias — John Rodriguez, MD
• Malignancies of the Stomach and Small Intestine — Kevin El-Hayek, MD, FACS
• Stomach and Intestinal Motility Disorders — Matthew T. Allemang, MD
• Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Mesenteric Ischemia, and Acute Abdomen — Kevin El-Hayek, MD, FACS
• Short Bowel Syndrome and Intestinal Failure Management — Ezra Steiger, MD, FACS, FASPEN, AGAF
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease — Sherief Shawki, MD
• Bariatric Surgery — Ali Aminian, MD
• Malignancies of the Colon, Rectum, and Anus — Joseph A. Trunzo, MD, FACS, FASCRS
• Benign Diseases of the Large Intestine, Anus, and Rectum – Diverticular Disease, Perianal Disease, Prolapse — Scott R. Steele, MD, MBA, FACS, FASCRS
• Breast Surgery: Benign Disease — Stephanie A. Valente, DO, FACS
• Breast Cancer — Stephanie A. Valente, DO, FACS
• Endocrine Surgery – Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Adrenal Lesions — Nancy Cho, MD
• Surgical Critical Care — Michael D. Taylor, MD, FACS
• Intravenous Fluid Management — Michael D. Taylor, MD, FACS
• Trauma: Initial Evaluation, Head and Neck — Tony R. Capizzani, MD, FACS
• Trauma: Thoracic Trauma; Abdominal Trauma; Extremity Trauma — Tony R. Capizzani, MD, FACS
• Coronary Artery Bypass and Valvular Disease — Michael Zhen-Yu Tong, MD
• Cardiovascular Surgery: Diseases of the Ascending and Descending Aorta and Aortic Arch — Eric E. Roselli, MD
• Peripheral Arterial Disease, Critical Limb Ischemia, and Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease — David M. Hardy, MD, RPVI, FACS
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm — David M. Hardy, MD, RPVI, FACS
• Carotid Endarterectomy — Woo Sup Michael Park, MD
• Vascular Surgery: Venous Thromboembolic Disease, Venous Stasis, and Dialysis Access — Woo Sup Michael Park, MD
• Liver Transplantation and Complications — Cristiano Quintini, MD
• Kidney Transplantation and Immunosuppression — Alvin Wee, MD, MBA
• Thoracic Surgery: Benign and Malignant Lung Disease — Sudish C. Murthy, MD, PhD, FACS, FCCP
• Pediatric Surgery — Anthony DeRoss, MD
• ENT for the General Surgeon — Eric D. Lamarre, MD, FACS
• Urology for the General Surgeon — Bradley C. Gill, MD, MS
• Gynecology for the General Surgeon — Mark Dassel, MD
• Obstetrics for the General Surgeon — Nicole A. Smith, MD, MPH
• Endoscopy — Matthew Kroh, MD, FACS
• Coagulation Disorders, Novel Anticoagulants, and Perioperative Management of Anticoagulation — Deborah Hornacek, MD
• The Spleen — Steven Rosenblatt, MD
• Liver Abscess and Liver Failure — Toms Augustin, MD, MPH, FACS
• Preoperative Evaluations and Perioperative Care: Preoperative Risk Stratification and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery — David Liska, MD, FACS, FASCRS
• Advanced Care Planning for Surgical Patients: When to Involve Palliative or Hospice Care — Silvia Perez-Protto, MD, MS
• Anesthesia for General Surgery — Brett Elo, DO
• Infectious Disease for the General Surgeon: Antimicrobial Therapy and Perioperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis — Patricia Dandache, MD
• Biostatistics and Evaluation of Evidence — Amy S. Nowacki, PhD

Speakers

This course features presentations delivered by a diverse group of experts in general surgery and related subspecialties, including thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, and urology. The faculty comprises specialists with academic and clinical expertise providing authoritative perspectives across the spectrum of general surgery topics.

Target Audience

This course is designed for general surgeons, surgical trainees, and other healthcare professionals involved in surgical care who seek a comprehensive review of general surgery principles and updates. It is also appropriate for related surgical subspecialists aiming to reinforce core general surgery knowledge.

Why This Topic Matters

Comprehensive Review of General Surgery (2019) addresses critical concepts and evolving practices essential for surgical expertise in general surgery and related fields. The course supports clinicians in strengthening their understanding of diverse surgical conditions and management strategies encountered in everyday practice.

MedHub Central offers this resource to facilitate ongoing professional development within the specialty, emphasizing evidence-based approaches and clinical relevance. This review aids surgical professionals in maintaining comprehensive, current knowledge essential for quality patient care.