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Ever feel like the pressure of the OR never truly shuts off? You are not alone. Surgical teams worldwide are recognizing that resilience and mindfulness are not just buzzwords: they are essential tools for improving patient outcomes and sustaining long-term careers. This session explores practical wellness initiatives that can help you navigate high-stress environments, foster team well-being, and ultimately enhance surgical performance. Because taking care of yourself means taking better care of your patients.

PROGRAM:

  1. Welcome & Introduction - Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy (USA) and Dr. Steven D. Wexner (USA)
  2. The Role of Surgeon Resilience and Mindfulness in Improving Patient Outcomes - Dr. Carter Lebares (USA)
  3. Q&A Session - Dr. Carter Lebares (USA) and Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy (USA)
  4. Peace under pressure: Advancing Team Wellness in the Operating Room - Dr. Cindy Kin (USA)
  5. Q&A Session - Dr. Cindy Kin (USA) and Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy (USA) 
  6. Impact of Burnout and Well-being on Patient Outcomes - Dr. Amy Holmstrom (USA)
  7. Q&A Session - Dr. Amy Holmstrom (USA) and Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy (USA) 
  8. Closing Remarks - Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy (USA) and Dr. Steven D. Wexner (USA)
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Dr. Amy Holmstrom MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, USA Surgical Oncology
Dr. Cindy Kin MD, MS, FACS, FASCRS, DipABLM, Colorectal Surgeon, Stanford Health Care; Associate Professor of General Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center; Director of Well-being, Stanford Department of Surgery, USA Colorectal Surgery
Dr. Carter Lebares MD, FACS, MAMSE, Associate Professor of Surgery and Director, UCSF Center for Mindfulness in Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of California, USA General Surgery
Dr. Sonia Ramamoorthy MD, FACS, FASCRS, President, ASCRS; Professor of Surgery and Interim Director of Wellness, UC San Diego School of Medicine; Chief, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Rebecca and John Moores Cancer Center, UC San Diego Health System, USA Colorectal Surgery
Dr. Steven D. Wexner MD,PhD,Executive Director and System Chief, Colorectal Surgery. Professor and Vice-Chair for Professional Development, Department of Surgery MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, USA Colorectal Surgery
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