SurgOnc Today®

SSO Education Series: Molecular Approaches to Ampullary Adenocarcinoma

On this episode of SurgOnc Today, SSO GI Disease Site Working Group members Dr. Brett Ecker, Dr. Prejesh Philips and Dr. Marion Liu review the latest data on molecular subtypes of ampullary cancer with invited guest and researcher Dr Jesper Anderson, Tenured Professor at the University of Copenhagen. Dr. Anderson discusses his recent publication in Gut, and how his findings change our understanding of this rare disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39725462/

Family Planning and Fertility Series Part 1: Pregnancy and Parenthood While in Surgical Training

Family planning and fertility preservation can pose challenges for trainees and new surgical oncology attendings. The SSO Fellows and Young Attendings Committee tackles these topics within a three-part podcast. In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Julia Chandler, MD is joined by Dr. Helene Sterbling and Dr. Devon Freudenberger to discuss pregnancy and parenthood while in surgical training.

Outside the OR: The Global Cancer Burden, the SSO, and You!

In this episode of Outside the OR, Dr. Russell Berman sits down with Dr. Peter Kingham to talk about the rising global cancer burden and why it matters to every surgical oncologist — and every patient. Drawing from his extensive work in West Africa and his leadership in global surgery, Dr. Kingham shares what cancer care really looks like in low-resource settings and how individual surgeons can make a meaningful impact. From groundbreaking research to on-the-ground challenges, this conversation shines a light on global cancer disparities. Tune in for an eye-opening, inspiring discussion about the future of cancer care worldwide.

SSO Education Series: Management of Male Breast Cancer

In this episode of SurgOnc Today, SSO Breast Disease Site Working Group members Drs. David Anderson, Fred Dirbas, and Suzanne Klimberg dive into management of male breast cancer. The speakers discuss unique considerations for this population as well as the similarities and overlap when treating female breast cancer.

ASO Article Series: "Great Debate: Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for Colorectal Peritoneal Metastases—Should It Be Offered?"

In this new episode of Speaking of SurgOnc, Dr. Rick Greene discusses with Dr. Mecker G. Möller crucial questions regarding colorectal peritoneal metastasis (CRC-PM) management, particularly concerning the optimal applications of HIPEC in clinical practice, as reported in the article, "Great Debate: Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy for Colorectal Peritoneal Metastases—Should It Be Offered?"