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BOSS Business of Surgery Series

Amy Vertrees, MD

Welcome to BOSS Business of Surgery Series! This program was specifically designed to help surgeons learn concepts not taught in residency but necessary for a successful surgery career. We were not told that most of our job would be interacting with others. We thought it was about the technical success of surgery or the knowledge that we learn. But it is so much more. Difficult partners and colleagues. Dealing with complications. Negotiating with administration. Running a successful

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Ep 194 Launch week day 1- New attending mistakes

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2025/08/11

SummaryDr. Amy Vertrees, a surgeon, author, podcast host, and certified coach, delivered the first session of a launch week series aimed at new attending physicians. The presentation focused on common mistakes new attendings make and strategies to avoid them. Dr.Vertreesemphasized that the information shared was based on her own experiences and lessons learned throughout her career. Dr.Vertreesbegan by outlining the week-long series of presentations, which would cover topics including

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Ep. 193 Health conversations you can't ignore with...

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2025/08/04

Episode Summary: In this deeply moving and practical episode, palliative care nurse Tammy Stokes shares how a personal health crisis at age 36—nearly 100% blockage in three arteries—transformed her career and mission in healthcare. Now an advocate and leader in palliative care in Tennessee, she brings firsthand experience and clinical insight to the often-avoided conversations about serious illness, family dynamics, and end-of-life care. Tammy discusses: The difference between palliative

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Ep. 192 When your dream job nearly destroys you with...

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2025/07/31

Summary Amy introduces Dr. Adam Rosen, an orthopedic surgeon and author of "OR Confidential: Confessions of a Gen X Surgeon," highlighting the book's exploration of the challenges and mental health struggles faced by physicians, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasizes the book's relevance to both medical professionals and patients seeking to understand the physician's journey, its consequences, and recovery . 00:00:02 Dr. Rosen shares his lifelong aspiration to become an

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Ep. 191 From Lawsuit to Litigation Reform: Dr....

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2025/07/21

🔍 Episode Overview:In this powerful episode, general surgeon Dr. Courtney Kemp shares her journey from a small town in Montana to establishing a successful private practice in Minnesota. She opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to become a national advocate for medical liability reform, and how early career complications transformed her into a leader in physician protection and legislative change. 🧠 Key Themes & Takeaways: Early Career & Mentorship: Grew up in a

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Ep. 190 Lion Taming: Finding Your Power in Negotiations

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2025/07/14

Episode Highlights✅ Introduction to Lion Taming (00:00:00) Dr. Amy Vertrees introduces the “Lion Taming” master class on power and negotiation. Highlights her coaching program for women surgeons, helping them handle difficult colleagues, power dynamics, and negotiations. Defines BOSS as a suite of coaching and courses teaching crucial career skills often missing from surgical training. ✅ Who (or What) is the Lion? (00:02:08) “Lions” = Anyone who can harm your career, reputation,

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Ep. 189 Trauma Surgery to Conflict Resolution: Dr....

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2025/07/07

🔎 Episode HighlightsCareer Evolution and Motivation Dr. Foster shares her journey from growing up in a working-class family in Ohio to becoming a trauma surgeon. Discusses how experiences in diverse healthcare settings—from academic to rural—revealed widespread communication issues. COVID-19 became a catalyst for shifting toward consulting, helping physicians navigate workplace conflicts. Identifying Workplace Problems and Seeking Help Common issues include HR conflicts, legal

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Ep 188 The prolonged stress cycle

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2025/06/25

SummaryDr. Amy Vertrees, the host, introduces the episode focusing on the prolonged stress cycle, a topic relevant to many, especially female surgeons, given the various stressors in medicine and the world . She notes that this topic arose from discussions within the female boss surgeons group, emphasizing its importance and broad applicability . The group, which meets weekly and twice monthly on Sundays, covers topics not typically addressed in residency but crucial for career and mental

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Ep 187 Reclaiming power, purpose and peace after a...

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2025/06/16

The latest BOSS podcast episode features Dr. Jill Clark, with a truly inspiring story. She had her dream job as a colorectal surgeon in a beautiful city, respected by her peers. But under the surface, she felt a growing discontent—one that she tried to ignore until life forced her to listen. Between the pandemic, a breast cancer diagnosis, and an unraveling work environment, Jill felt like a hurricane leveled her life. What happened next wasn’t just a recovery—it was a reinvention.In this

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Ep 186 Becoming a great speaker with Cesar Cervantes

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2025/06/09

🎧 Episode Summary:What makes a great speech? In this episode, Dr. Amy Vertrees welcomes Cesar Cervantes, author, stand-up comedian turned speaker coach, and expert on public speaking strategy. Cesar shares how his comedy roots led him to discover the power of humor, vulnerability, and story structure—and how surgeons and professionals alike can apply these principles to speak with authenticity and impact. Whether you’re giving a keynote, TEDx talk, or medical presentation, Cesar offers

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Ep. 185 Leaving Insurance Behind: How Dr. Meryl Kahan...

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2025/06/02

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Ep 184: Pivoting with purpose: getting what you need...

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2025/05/19

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Ep 183: Creating predictability in unpredictable...

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2025/05/05

SummaryDr. Elisa Chiang discussed strategies for creating predictability in unpredictable economic times, emphasizing that the fundamentals of the economy are generally sound, with current uncertainty stemming from external factors. She highlighted the importance of understanding economic interrelations and the potential impact of challenging international relationships. Dr. Chiang suggested that individuals and businesses should evaluate their dependencies and explore ways to become more

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Ep 182 Are you a slow surgeon?

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2025/04/25

SummaryThe meeting focused on discussing the concept of being a 'slow surgeon' and strategies for managing surgical performance and confidence. The speaker began by exploring what 'slow' means in surgical context, encouraging participants to share their perspectives. Participants noted that slowness could be relative, influenced by comparison to others, and affected by various factors including system constraints, knowledge, skill, and self-talk. The speaker emphasized that perception of

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Ep 181: The evolving anesthesia care team and keeping...

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2025/04/14

SummaryDr. Amy Vertrees hosts a discussion with Sarah Bellenger, a CRNA with extensive military and civilian healthcare experience. Sarah discusses her journey from military service to civilian practice, and the development of her app 'ManageYou'. Sarah Bellenger shares her 25-year nursing career experience, including service at the White House, military deployments, and transition to civilian practice. She emphasizes the importance of team-based care and the evolving role of CRNAs,

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Ep 180: Beyond city limits: Building a rural...

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2025/04/07

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Ep 179 Passing the Gen Surg Oral Boards with Drs....

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2025/03/31

In this episode of the BOSS Business of Surgery Series, we dive into the journey behind the third edition of a widely used surgical textbook. Dr. Mark Neff, the book’s original author, shares how failing his oral board exam inspired him to create a resource that has since transformed surgical education. Joined by Dr. Kay Yoon-Flanery, a fellowship-trained breast surgeon, and Dr. Ashanti Ratnasekera, a trauma and acute care surgeon, the discussion explores the book’s impact, the role of

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Chapter 4: The Contract

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2025/03/28

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Chapter 13: Cracking the coding

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2025/03/28

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Chapter 7: Group dynamics

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2025/03/28

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Chapter 17: Deficit mindset

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2025/03/28

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