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"I never should have been a doctor," "I will never be good enough to deserve this" – these haunting thoughts are all too familiar to healthcare professionals struggling with imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon characterized by feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy. Recent studies have revealed that approximately 30% of medical students and residents identify as impostors. These numbers underscore the urgency of addressing this pressing issue within the surgical community. This session delves into the fundamentals of imposter syndrome and presents practical strategies for managing it effectively. Led by experts in the field and surgeons who have navigated these challenges firsthand, this webinar promises to shed light on this often-overlooked aspect of surgical training.


  1. Welcome & Introduction - Dr. Yago Blumengarten (Spain)

  2. Understanding imposter syndrome – Dr. Mario Martínez (Mexico)

  3. Why imposter syndrome hits underrepresented identities harder – Dr. Kandace P. McGuire (USA)

  4. Creating a supportive environment – Dr. Anuradha Bhama (USA)

  5. Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks - All faculty moderated by Dr. Yago Blumengarten (Spain)
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Dr. Anuradha Bhama MD, FACS, FASCRS, Associate Professor of Surgery, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute, Cleveland Clinic, USA Colorectal Surgery
Dr. Yago Blumengarten General Surgeon, HPB and Transplant Surgery Fellow, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, Spain General Surgery
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Dr. Mario Martínez MD, MFT, Liaison Psychiatrist, Family and Couple Psychotherapist, Associate Professor of the Liaison Psychiatry program, Hospital Ángeles Pedregal, Mexico Physician
Dr. Kandace P. McGuire MD, FACS, President, Association of Women Surgeons; Professor of Surgery, Virginia Commonwealth University; Chief of Breast Surgery and Senior Medical Director, Cancer Service Line, VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, USA Surgical Oncology
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