Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast

We’re all told to find mentors in medical training, but how does this actually work when you’re a new medical student interested in surgery? In this episode, our surgical education fellows and two expert mentors talk through the ins and outs of mentors – who are they, what can they do for you, how do you find one, and what do you do once you have one.  Hosts:  Nina Clark, MD Jessica Millar, MD Jon Williams, MD Guests:  Michael Englesbe, MD, University of Michigan Erika Bisgaard, MD, University of Washington Some tips from the episode: Mentorship teams: think about 4-5 people who can help you in different ways.  Research mentor who can help you find opportunities and be productive 1-2 people who support you in all things (these might be residents!)  1-2 higher level sponsors who facilitate opportunities and pay for things Discipline and accountability RESPOND TO EMAILS. If you get an indication that a potential mentor would like to meet with you, take them up on the offer and be prompt with your replie