Complications – Surgeons' Worst Enemy & Best Teacher (2021 Annual Meeting)-Complications

Complications - Surgeons' Worst Enemy & Best Teacher-Tao

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This video is a presentation by Dr. Matt Tao from the University of Nebraska. In the presentation, Dr. Tao discusses strategies for managing complications in orthopedic surgery. He emphasizes the importance of communication, teamwork, and maintaining a positive mindset. Dr. Tao shares personal anecdotes and quotes from experts in the field to highlight the challenges and opportunities for growth that come with complications. He suggests preoperative planning and walkthroughs of surgical procedures as ways to improve efficiency and preparedness. Dr. Tao also addresses the importance of patient selection and taking ownership of complications, as well as the need for ongoing learning and improvement. The presentation concludes with a Q&A session and further discussions on the topic.

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Dr. Matthew Tao

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Dr. Matt Tao

complications in orthopedic surgery

communication

teamwork

positive mindset

preoperative planning

patient selection

ongoing learning