Slice of Piefer - 041 - Willing the Good in Surgery: Real Stories of Complications & Compassion

Slice of Piefer - 041 - Willing the Good in Surgery: Real Stories of Complications & Compassion

In Episode 041 of Slice of Piefer, Dr. Jason Piefer and Taylar discuss “The Scar Rule” — the reality that every surgeon leaves a mark, and how to strive for the best possible outcome while accepting that not everything goes perfectly. They share real (and challenging) cases from the OR: Infections that turned more serious than expected Vascular injuries during routine procedures Amputations after high-energy trauma The weight of delivering tough news to patients and families Plus lighter moments: kid chaos, upcoming Disney trip, and classic banter. Raw, honest leadership lessons about doing the right thing, learning from complications, and showing up with empathy even on the hardest days. What’s one “scar” (lesson) you’ve carried from a tough experience? Share in the comments 👇 #SliceOfPiefer #TheScarRule #Leadership #Orthopedics #ToughConversations #Episode041

Slice of Piefer - 040 - From Tooth Fairy Traps to Life-Changing Leadership Lessons

Dr. Jason Piefer and Taylar dive deep into the powerful principle of “Willing the Good of the Other” — what it really means, where it comes from, and how it shapes high-stakes leadership in the operating room and beyond. They discuss: Making tough patient-centered decisions (even when it costs time or money) Building trust with your team and empowering everyone to speak up Purpose vs. ambition and why fulfillment comes from serving others Real stories from the OR, clinic, and family life Funny banter, kid stories (including Axel’s tooth fairy trap), and practical leadership wisdom you can apply anywhere. What does “willing the good” mean to you? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 #SliceOfPiefer #WillingTheGood #Leadership #HighStakes #PurposeDriven #Episode040 #Orthopedics

Slice of Piefer - 039 - Shrimp Boat Captain Mom, Atomic Habits & Kid Chaos

Dr. Jason Piefer and Taylar bring the laughs with random movie quotes, meme talk, and plenty of chaos. Dr. Piefer shares stories about his mom — a true jack of all trades who was also a shrimp boat captain — and the hard work ethic she instilled in him. They recap finishing “Had a Mentals” (managing negative self-talk), look ahead to their next book club pick Atomic Habits, swap weekend call stories, and dive into the hilarious antics of their kids (including water-bag business plans and creative tall tales). Fun, relatable, and full of real-life wisdom — classic Slice of Piefer style! What’s your favorite childhood movie or cartoon? Drop it in the comments 👇 #SliceOfPiefer #AtomicHabits #FamilyStories #BookClub #ShrimpBoat #NegativeSelfTalk #Episode039

Slice of Piefer - 038 - Cookie Cake, Glucose Monitors & Keeping It Real

In Episode 038 of Slice of Piefer, Dr. Jason Piefer and Taylar catch up on weekends, family chaos, and food temptations — including cookie cake binges, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, reverse dieting struggles, and the wild idea of avocado coffee. They talk glucose monitors, kids’ birthday parties, weekend getaways, and the reality of balancing healthy habits with real life. Fun, relatable, and full of laughs — classic Slice of Piefer energy! Like, subscribe, and comment: What’s your biggest “diet cheat” food? #SliceOfPiefer #FoodTalk #ReverseDiet #FamilyLife #CookieCake #Episode038

Slice of Piefer - 037 - Failure is Not the Enemy – Leadership, Growth & Life Lessons

Dr. Jason Piefer and Taylar get real about failure — why we fear it, how perfectionism holds us back, and why embracing discomfort and learning from mistakes is essential for growth in medicine, leadership, parenting, and life. They share personal stories about unrealistic expectations, the importance of action over paralysis, redefining what “success” looks like, and how failing forward creates better outcomes than playing it safe. Honest, encouraging, and full of practical wisdom — a must-watch for anyone who’s ever been afraid to try. Like, subscribe, and comment: What’s one failure that taught you the most? #SliceOfPiefer #Failure #Leadership #GrowthMindset #OvercomingFear #Episode037