• Ep. 225 How Surgeon Sex Impacts Patient Outcomes with Dr. Chris Wallis

  • Apr 8 2025
  • Duración: 39 m
  • Podcast

Ep. 225 How Surgeon Sex Impacts Patient Outcomes with Dr. Chris Wallis

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  • Can the gender of your surgeon influence your outcome after surgery? New research says yes. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Christopher J.D. Wallis, a prominent urologic oncologist and health services researcher in Toronto, joins guest host Dr. Casey Seideman for a pivotal conversation at the intersection of surgical outcomes, gender, and health equity. This episode was developed in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU). --- SYNPOSIS Drawing from extensive studies and meta-analyses, Dr. Wallace highlights a significant mortality benefit for patients treated by female surgeons. The episode explores how these findings have sparked discussions on surgeon practices, patient care, and gender equity in medicine. Dr. Wallace also shares personal experiences to underline the importance of diversity and inclusive practices in healthcare. Finally, the two urologists discuss challenges faced when supporting diversity efforts and opportunities for future progress. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 04:01 - Personal Experience with Gender Bias in Surgery 07:05 - Groundbreaking Data on Surgeon Sex and Patient Outcomes 12:23 - Long-Term Outcomes and Consistency in Data 14:14 - Hypotheses and Underlying Reasons for Better Outcomes with Female Surgeons 20:18 - Impact on Healthcare Costs and Productivity 26:14 - Challenges and Pushback in the Medical Community 35:05 - Conclusion --- RESOURCES Society of Women in Urology https://swiu.org/home.aspx
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