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General Surgery News, is a monthly newspaper designed to keep general surgeons abreast of the latest developments in the field. The publication features extensive meeting coverage, analysis of journal articles, educational reviews, and information on new drugs and products.

New study shows Black patients are less likely to receive VTE prophylaxis before metabolic surgery, contributing to high...
01/12/2026

New study shows Black patients are less likely to receive VTE prophylaxis before metabolic surgery, contributing to higher PE risk and ED visits.

Early intervention and standardized care could reduce disparities.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/1TMBAA/f

“Surgeons have tremendous responsibility in the cancer space to move the needle beyond better local control toward impro...
01/12/2026

“Surgeons have tremendous responsibility in the cancer space to move the needle beyond better local control toward improvements in long-term cancer mortality.”

At Penn Medicine, Dr. Rachel Kelz and colleagues are doing just that — leveraging data, AI, and even “low-tech” solutions to transform surgical outcomes across every phase of care.

📊 From smarter screening to ambient listening and predictive discharge planning — data is driving better patient outcomes.

➡️ Read the full story: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/zTMBAA/f

🩸 New Study: RBC Transfusion and VTE Risk in Major SurgeryA large retrospective study of over 83,000 patients shows peri...
01/12/2026

🩸 New Study: RBC Transfusion and VTE Risk in Major Surgery

A large retrospective study of over 83,000 patients shows perioperative allogeneic red blood cell transfusions are not associated with an increased risk of postoperative venous thromboembolism (VTE)—except when transfusing more than 6 units. These findings may help inform perioperative transfusion strategies and patient safety protocols.

📖 Read more here: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/PTEBAA/f

From childhood anatomy books to 30 years in the OR, Dr. Adam Dachman’s journey is filled with resilience, service, and h...
01/10/2026

From childhood anatomy books to 30 years in the OR, Dr. Adam Dachman’s journey is filled with resilience, service, and heart.

But his unexpected exit from medicine exposes the growing cost of a system shifting away from compassion and toward corporate control.

A powerful story—and a reminder of what’s worth fighting for.

🔗 Read more here: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/7jIBAA/f

GLP-1 medications have changed the conversation around obesity — but surgery remains the gold standard for lasting weigh...
01/10/2026

GLP-1 medications have changed the conversation around obesity — but surgery remains the gold standard for lasting weight-loss and disease reversal, according to an expert panel at .

💬 “Surgery is the most effective and lifesaving treatment we have right now,” said Dr. Matthew Hutter.

Hear from leading experts, including Drs. Thomas Tsai, Monali Misra, and Richard Peterson, on how precision surgery and individualized care are shaping the future of obesity treatment.

👉 Read the full story: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/zjMBAA/f

Does surgeon volume impact robotic gastric bypass outcomes?✅ Operative times improve with experience✅ Complication rates...
01/09/2026

Does surgeon volume impact robotic gastric bypass outcomes?

✅ Operative times improve with experience
✅ Complication rates remain similar

Discover how robotic surgery may “level the playing field”: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/0zMBAA/f

💊 Boosting Weight Loss After Sleeve Gastrectomy in TeensA new study shows that restarting GLP-1 medications like semaglu...
01/08/2026

💊 Boosting Weight Loss After Sleeve Gastrectomy in Teens

A new study shows that restarting GLP-1 medications like semaglutide after surgery can:
✅ Increase total weight loss (55% vs 45%)
✅ Reduce emotional/reward-based overeating 2–4x
✅ Be safely tolerated

“Obesity is chronic & relapsing—treatment should include multiple tools,” says Dr. Vidmar.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/5TIBAA/f

01/08/2026

Meet the new leader shaping the future of bariatric surgery!

💬 Dr. Richard Peterson joins Dr. Peter Kim to talk about his goals as ASMBS president, from advancing research to empowering the next generation of surgeons.

Tap to watch the full conversation 🎥 https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/2DMBAA/f

Pre-op endocrine therapy may change the conversation around radiation in older women with early-stage ER+ breast cancer....
01/08/2026

Pre-op endocrine therapy may change the conversation around radiation in older women with early-stage ER+ breast cancer. 🩺

The POWER II trial shows it can improve patient-surgeon alignment and guide tailored adjuvant treatment.

👉 Read the full story here: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/0jMBAA/f

Being a surgeon means living two lives: the one outside the OR—and the one in the arena, where every decision carries we...
01/08/2026

Being a surgeon means living two lives: the one outside the OR—and the one in the arena, where every decision carries weight.

Dr. Benjamin Clapp writes an unforgettable reflection on burnout, bravery, control, and confronting your own limits.

This one is for everyone who knows what it means to walk back into the arena.

👉 Read the full story https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/7zIBAA/f

💊 Could hormone therapy be the key to lasting success after weight-loss surgery?Bariatric surgeon Dr. Daniel Cottam shar...
01/07/2026

💊 Could hormone therapy be the key to lasting success after weight-loss surgery?

Bariatric surgeon Dr. Daniel Cottam shares how testosterone and estradiol supplementation can help patients keep muscle, improve metabolism, and enhance quality of life after surgery.

✅ Less muscle loss
✅ Better energy and mood
✅ Reduced risk for heart disease, cancer, and dementia
✅ Affordable, long-term results

📖 Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/tDMBAA/f

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