This episode of the podcast is sponsored by Q-optics: https://q-optics.com/pages/surgicalergonomics-drlal
Disclosure:
Q-optics is a paid sponsor and the affiliate link above supports the podcast at no cost to you. It also provides you with a discount, so we hope that it is a win-win!
Amanda Amin MD MS FACS FSSO is breast surgical oncologist and the Section chief of breast surgery at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and co-director of the breast program in the Seidman Cancer Center. She is also the Nancy and Donald Maltby Master Clinician in Breast Health and holds the academic rank of Associate professor through Case Western Reserve School of Medicine.
In this episode Dr. Amin
- Shares her story of work-related neck pain and cervical disc herniation , which ultimately led to the need for surgical intervention
- Discusses the predisposing factors for work-related MSK injury among breast surgeons including awkward postures with minimally invasive procedures (especially nipple-sparing mastectomy) and use of headlights
- Discusses some of the adjustments that can help improve breast surgery ergonomics including using a light-weight headlamp attached to her glasses, using a cordless light model (with a battery), using lighted retractors and suction devices
- Re-iterates the importance of sharing our experiences and de-stigmatizing MSK injuries among surgeons
- Emphasized the importance of taking breaks and doing stretches during surgery and strengthening our bodies outside of the OR
- Outlines the emerging role of robot-assisted breast surgery with respect to ergonomics
Read about the ergonomic risks of nipple-sparing mastectomy compared to skin-sparing mastectomy here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31342398/
Learn more about robotics in breast surgery here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38220537/
You can reach Dr. Amin at amanda.amin@uhhospitals.org or social media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-amin-384689377/
X: https://x.com/amandaaminmd/status/1560201878444572672
Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram and Facebook and please reach out to us if you have any suggestions regarding episode ideas and guests or if you'd like to be a guest on the show
Popular Podcasts
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Special Summer Offer: Exclusively on Apple Podcasts, try our Dateline Premium subscription completely free for one month! With Dateline Premium, you get every episode ad-free plus exclusive bonus content.
The Breakfast Club
The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.