logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2018
22m 48s

Thyroid Disease: Behind The Knife Medica...

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast
About this episode

Our last medical student and intern survival guide episode. I am sure this won't be the last you will hear of Dr. Georgoff and Dr. Nikolian on Behind The Knife. 

Thanks to Dr. Patrick Georgoff and Dr. Vahagn Nikolian for their production of this episode.

You can contact them at:

Georgoff@med.umich.edu

Vnikolia@med.umich.edu

or on Twitter 

@georgoff

@VNikolian

Up next
Yesterday
Healthcare Econ 101 - Ep. 1: The Language of Money & Insurance Structures
Ever feel like you’re fluent in medical jargon but totally illiterate when it comes to the business side of surgery? You’re not alone. In this series premiere, Dr. Christopher Childers (Surgical Oncologist and health policy expert) joins Dr. Nina Clark to demystify the "second wo ... Show More
1 h
Mar 5
Perfect Practice Makes Perfect - Our AI Simulator is Kicking Ass
The high-stakes world of surgical oral boards just got a high-tech upgrade. In this episode, the Behind the Knife team dives deep into the 2026 evolution of their AI Oral Board Simulator. With over 10,000 exams completed and a 99% recommendation rate from recent examinees, we’re ... Show More
17m 1s
Mar 2
Unlocking the How and Why: Qualitative Research in Surgery
In surgery, when we think of research, often we picture randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and big data sets. But have you ever considered what we might miss by limiting our research programs to quantitative inquiry? What if you want to understand the culture or identit ... Show More
38m 7s
Recommended Episodes
Sep 2023
206. Conquering Consumption: An Approach to Tuberculosis
Send a textListen to this episode for a great summary on TB infection and TB disease! We also discuss new updates and Canadian specific guidelines. Episode written by Dr. Kevin Zhang, PGY2 Internal Medicine and reviewed by Dr. Jane Batt, Respirology and Dr. Kevin Venus, General I ... Show More
19m 42s
Jun 2023
The Life of a Paramedic | w/ Dr Sandy MacQuarrie
<p>In this episode, Dr Matt and Dr Mike talk with Paramedic, Researcher, Educator, and all round good bloke, Dr Sandy MacQuarrie about his 30 year journey as a Paramedic!</p><br><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DrMattDrMike/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" ... Show More
1h 15m
Feb 2023
182. Matters of the Heart - An approach to myocarditis
Send a textIn this episode we break down the lengthy list of causes of myocarditis. We cover guidelines for biopsy and work-up and management approaches. Written by: Dr. Dhruv Krishnan (Internal Medicine resident)Reviewed by: Dr. Samir Hazra (Cardiologist) and Dr. StevenMontague ... Show More
12m 47s
Jul 2023
314. Mastering the Art of Patient Care with Dr. Michelle Kittleson and the CardioNerds Interns
In this episode, Dr. Gurleen Kaur (medicine resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Director of CardioNerds Internship) and CardioNerds Academy interns Dr. Akiva Rosenzveig (medicine intern at Cleveland Clinic), Dr. Chelsea Tweneboah (medicine intern at Stonybrook University ... Show More
45m 2s
Jul 2022
155. An Approach to Thalassemia
Send a textIn this episode we take a deep dive into thalassemia- discussing the types, aetiology ,work up and treatment. This episode was written by Dr. Catherine Lovatt (Internal Medicine Resident) and reviewed by Dr. Madeleine Verhovsek (Hematology) and Dr. Daniel Brandt Vegas ... Show More
10m 15s
Jul 2023
314. Mastering the Art of Patient Care with Dr. Michelle Kittleson and the CardioNerds Interns
In this episode, Dr. Gurleen Kaur (medicine resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Director of CardioNerds Internship) and CardioNerds Academy interns Dr. Akiva Rosenzveig (medicine intern at Cleveland Clinic), Dr. Chelsea Tweneboah (medicine intern at Stonybrook University ... Show More
45m 2s
Aug 2022
159. Derailed on the Trail - Malignant Emergencies
Send a textIn this episode we cover a host of malignant emergencies. We begin with their categorization, then walk through pertinent history details, physical exam, and your approach to diagnosis and treatment. Written by: Dr. Claire Browne (Internal Medicine resident) and review ... Show More
11m 26s
Feb 2022
Misinformation: What Should Our Tech Overlords Do?
After Joe Rogan was accused of spreading Covid-19 vaccine misinformation on his podcast, Spotify landed in the hot seat. People (including us!) wanted to know what the platform was doing to stop it. In this episode, we look into how tech platforms are fighting misinformation — an ... Show More
43m 7s
Apr 2023
189. Into the Bubble: Approach to Hypogammaglobulinemia
Send a textHave you heard of the "bubble boy?" In this episode, we outline an approach to hypogammaglobulinemia - a fascinating outpatient medicine topic! Episode written by Dr. Vivian Szeto (Internal Medicine resident) and reviewed by Dr. Rongbo Zhu (Clinical Allergy and Immunol ... Show More
9m 33s
Mar 2023
185. Two Sizes Too Big - Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Send a textIn this episode we take you through all the need-to-knows for your next patient with dilated cardiomyopathy! Written by: Dr. Jasper Ho (Internal Medicine Resident) Reviewed by: Dr. Katie Connolly (Cardiologist) and Dr. John Neary (General Internist)Support the show 
12m 37s