On this episode of Scrubcast, episode of Scrubcast features Dr. Jeong Hyun, an assistant professor in the division of pediatric surgery at Stanford University, discusses his journey to becoming a surgeon scientist. Hyun’s research is focused on Crohn's disease and how strictures develop in the intestines. Shout out to MD/PhD candidate Khristian Bauer-Rowe, who he collaborated with on the September article in Cell looking at the role of creeping fat and CTHRC1+ fibroblasts.
The episode also touches on Dr. Hyun's personal interests, including his unexpected love for country music, which he developed while working in Kansas City. The discussion concludes with Dr. Hyun acknowledging the uncertainties in research funding and the importance of vulnerability and resilience in both personal and professional life.
Link to article: https://www.cell.com/cell/abstract/S0092-8674(25)01018-9
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On this episode of Scrubcast, episode of Scrubcast features Dr. Jeong Hyun, an assistant professor in the division of pediatric surgery at Stanford University, discusses his journey to becoming a surgeon scientist. Hyun’s research is focused on Crohn's disease and how strictures develop in the intestines. Shout out to MD/PhD candidate Khristian Bauer-Rowe, who he collaborated with on the September article in Cell looking at the role of creeping fat and CTHRC1+ fibroblasts.
The episode also touches on Dr. Hyun's personal interests, including his unexpected love for country music, which he developed while working in Kansas City. The discussion concludes with Dr. Hyun acknowledging the uncertainties in research funding and the importance of vulnerability and resilience in both personal and professional life.
Link to article: https://www.cell.com/cell/abstract/S0092-8674(25)01018-9
Women in Medicine Month: A Conversation with Dr. Mary Hawn
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Women in Medicine Month: A Conversation with Dr. Mary Hawn
In this special 'Women in Medicine Month' episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker sits down with Dr. Mary Hawn, the Chair of Stanford University's Department of Surgery. Dr. Hawn discusses her multifaceted role overseeing research, education, and clinical care, while still practicing minimally invasive foregut surgery. She shares her journey from basic science research to becoming an acclaimed health services researcher, her thoughts on surgical training reforms, and the complexities of achieving work-life balance in medicine.
The episode also highlights her insights into supporting future surgeon-scientists and celebrates her accomplishments, including the dedication of the Wangensteen Scientific Forum to her at the upcoming American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress.
00:00 Introduction to Scrubcast
00:19 Meet Dr. Mary Han: Chair of the Department of Surgery
00:46 The Role and Responsibilities of a Chair
01:22 Balancing Surgery and Leadership
01:50 Specializing in Minimally Invasive Foregut Surgery
02:36 Transition from Basic Science to Health Services Research
04:15 Insights on Surgical Training and Education
09:49 Equity in Pay and Work-Life Balance for Surgeons
15:07 Maintaining Humility and Team Spirit
15:52 Mentors and Best Advice
19:16 Looking to the Future: ACS Annual Clinical Congress
20:26 Conclusion and Farewell
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On this episode of Scrubcast, episode of Scrubcast features Dr. Jeong Hyun, an assistant professor in the division of pediatric surgery at Stanford University, discusses his journey to becoming a surgeon scientist. Hyun’s research is focused on Crohn's disease and how strictures develop in the intestines. Shout out to MD/PhD candidate Khristian Bauer-Rowe, who he collaborated with on the September article in Cell looking at the role of creeping fat and CTHRC1+ fibroblasts.
The episode also touches on Dr. Hyun's personal interests, including his unexpected love for country music, which he developed while working in Kansas City. The discussion concludes with Dr. Hyun acknowledging the uncertainties in research funding and the importance of vulnerability and resilience in both personal and professional life.
Link to article: https://www.cell.com/cell/abstract/S0092-8674(25)01018-9
