Surgeons at all stages of their careers will face complications in their practice.

Amy Vertrees, general surgeon and founder of the BOSS Business of Surgery Series will guide you through techniques to manage negative emotions, overcome perfectionist thinking, and communicate effectively with patients.

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Objectives:

1. Understand the Emotional Impact of Surgical Complications:
   • Recognize the inevitability of complications in surgery and their emotional toll on surgeons.
   • Acknowledge the shared experiences of failure and regret among surgeons and learn to navigate these emotions.
2. Develop Strategies for Emotional and Mental Resilience:
   • Apply techniques for self-compassion and self-confidence to overcome negative self-perceptions and perfectionist thinking.
   • Practice emotional alchemy to transform negative emotions and manage prolonged stress cycles effectively.
3. Enhance Communication with Patients Post-Complication:
   • Learn effective communication strategies to discuss complications with patients, ensuring transparency and empathy.
   • Build shame resilience by taking ownership of the narrative and fostering open, honest dialogue with patients.
4. Cultivate a Healthy Professional Identity:
   • Shift focus from outcome-based perfection to process-based excellence, maintaining a balanced perspective on surgical performance.
   • Utilize outcome tracking and data measurement to gain a realistic understanding of personal performance and areas for improvement.
5. Create a Sustainable Surgical Practice: