Conference
Thursday, October 20th, 2022
7:00a | Complex Hernia Conference | via Teams
The MaineHealth Comprehensive Hernia Center presents the Complex Hernia Case Conference, a CME Program. This is open to surgeons and interested parties across the system. The objectives of the conference are to present complex hernia cases, review data to evaluate opportunities for quality improvement projects to ensure excellent patient care and outcomes, create alignment within MaineHealth in the care for hernia patients and improve access to specialty level surgical care for patients throughout the Maine Health system. Each conference will include case discussions, data review and a short educational presentation relating to the care of hernia patients.
8:00a | Morbidity & Mortality | Dana 7 or Zoom
A Case in Pediatric Surgery, Dr. Jordan Caffé.
An iliac arteriotomy during IR pigtail placement, Dr. Obieze Nwanna-Nzewunwa.
9:00a | Grand Rounds | Dana 7 or Zoom
TBD, with Dr. Ansar Hassan, Cardiac Surgery.
10:00a | Chair Conference | Dana 7
An hour with guest host Dr. Syed Quadri. We will be discussing a podcast, "Surgeon Atul Gawande wants everyone to have a coach," next week but it will also be relevant this week so listen if you have time.
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Monday, October 17th, 2022
7:00a | ABSITE Preparation
ABSITE study begins in earnest.
Interns: Meeting with Dr. Chris Turner in library at 7:00a to discuss ABSITE study plans.
Juniors/Seniors: We are each given the 7:00a hour to complete the first ABSITE practice test. Details emailed by Dr. Whiting.
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Thursday, October 13th, 2022
7:00a | Fluids and Electrolytes | Dana 1
There is a pre-quiz on Canvas. Associated SCORE modules:
8:00a | Morbidity & Mortality | Dana 7 or Zoom
Colorectal Surgery complication, Dr. Astrid Gleaton
Colorectal Surgery presentation, Dr. M. Parker Roberts
9:00a | Grand Rounds | Dana 7 or Zoom
AI presentations
10:00a | Chair Conference | Dana 7
Cancelled. Admin time.
Conference documents:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
 Dr. Anna Meader's slides on fluids, electrolytes, and nutrition | 4.03 MB |
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Monday, October 10th, 2022
7:00a | Transfusion, TEG, Coagulopathy
We will discuss transfusion, TEG, and coagulopathies in groups (on Canvas). There is pre-reading, the UpToDate chapter included below, in addition to discussion questions which are attached.
Pre-reading:
Associated SCORE modules:
- Normal mechanisms of hemostasis and coagulation
- Evaluation of ongoing bleeding and laboratory assessment of coagulation
- Transfusion indications, risks, type and crossmatch, and component therapy
| Group 1: Dana 9 (AC Pharmacist) | Group 2: SLC (Carter) | Group 3: Library Room 4 (Whiting) |
|---|---|---|
| Murphy | Johnson | Nwanna-Nzewunwa |
| Caesar | Caffé | Scott |
| K. McGuirl | Elman | Demme |
| Okoli | Francois | Olsen |
| Smith | Gleaton | Philbrick |
| Caron | Button | Byrnes |
Conference documents:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| Anticoagulation questions for discussion | 113.42 KB |
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Thursday, October 6th, 2022
7:00a | Ventilators and Mechanical Ventilation
Ventilator simulator:
Associated SCORE modules:
- Ventilatory Support/Management
- Modes of ventilation
- Intubation and initiation of mechanical ventilation
- Evaluation of respiratory status, and need for mechanical ventilation
- Weaning from mechanical ventilation
8:00a | Morbidity & Mortality
A death in the scanner, Dr. Obieze Nwanna-Nzewunwa
A total hepatectomy, Dr. Jack Vernamonti
9:00a | Grand Rounds
A presentation by Dr. Syed Quadri, Thoracic Surgery.
10:00a | Chair Conference
TBD
Conference documents:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| Advanced operative techniques in the management of complex liver injury | 1.39 MB |
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Monday, October 3rd, 2022
7:00a | Shock & Sepsis
October is upon and winter is coming. From the desk of the honorable Dr. Vernamonti:
For Monday Conference we will be talking about Shock and Sepsis. We will be filling out the infamous shock table with the swan values (medical students up/down arrows acceptable, residents get absolute values) and talking about basics of critical care management for each one. I anticipate this will take about 30 minutes, then we can talk about most recent surviving sepsis guidelines (2021). Please don't read all 90 pages, but Table 1 is helpful with the summary of recommendations. Also included Sepsis III for historical context, but don't read unless interested.
Referenced documents attached. Associated SCORE modules below:
Conference documents:
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Thursday, September 29th, 2022
8:00a | Melnick!
In lieu of Thursday conference we will enjoy our Fall Melnick Retreat. We will gather at Dr. Whiting's lakeside chalet for a morning of relaxation. Details will be e-mailed.
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Monday, September 26th, 2022
7:00a | PEC | Dana 9 or on Zoom
Program Evaluation Committee (PEC) meeting will be held on Monday in lieu of General Surgery conference. We will discuss the annual program review. Materials for PEC are below.
Conference documents:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
 2022-2023 Annual Program Evaluation | 48.28 KB |
 Slide deck for Dr. Whiting's annual program review | 1.23 MB |
 PEC agenda for 09/26/2022 | 64 KB |
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Thursday, September 22nd, 2022
7:00a | Tracheostomy, upper airway obstruction
Thursday morning education conference will cover tracheostomies and upper airway obstruction. There is pre-reading, "Surgical airways: Tracheostomy and cricothyroidotomy," which is attached below. Below are the associated SCORE modules:
8:00a | Annual program review
In the Dana Auditorium. No zoom option. Coffee will be served prior to the event. There will be no additional charge for the coffee - it is complimentary with membership in the Surgery Department at MMC.
10:00a | Chair conference
From Dr. Nolan: For Chair conference tomorrow I would like you to think of a recent experience in the OR which you found enjoyable AND educational. What did you enjoy about the experience, and what did you learn? If you haven't been in the OR recently, think of any patient encounter, be it on the floor, SCU or clinic. Be prepared to share your experience.
Conference documents:
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| Surgical Airways Tracheostomy and Cricothyroidotomy.pdf | 2.41 MB |
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Monday, September 19th, 2022
Monday conference will cover neck trauma as part of the Chest and Neck Trauma block. Here are the associated SCORE modules:
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