For this rotation I had a mid-site and final-site evaluation. This differed from my other rotations because it was the first time I had an in-person evaluation and it was also the first time I had a one on one…
Self Reflection
Going into my general surgery rotation at NYPQ I was extremely anxious and was not as excited as I had been for my previous rotations. This rotation was challenging from start to finish, but it taught me that I can…
Journal Article
This is a systematic review which sets out to compare laparoscopic vs. robotic R hemicolectomy. Standard of care has been laparoscopic procedures, however this proves to have multiple possible complications. The review pointed to some benefits of robotic R hemicolectomy…
Soap Note #8
History Pt came into the ED last month for RLQ pain and was diagnosed with appendicitis due to cecal mass. He was scheduled for R hemicolectomy which was deferred on the day of surgery due to worsening AKI. Pt has…
Soap Note #7
History 85 year old male underwent colonoscopy in 06/2023 where a 5 cm mass in the proximal rectum was removed and biopsied. On pathology, an invasive moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma was identified. Pt has been on chemotherapy for 6 weeks. Pt…
Soap Note #6
History 58 year old female presented to ED 4 days ago with complaints of gnawing epigastric pain which is worse after eating fatty foods. On ultrasound, gallstones and CBD stones were seen and surgery was consulted. In the ED her…
Soap Note #5
History 71 year old male presented to ED 3 days ago complaining of RLQ pain x4 days. A CTAP was done which showed an inseparable cystic focus at the base of the cecum. They said it was likely to be…
Soap Notes #2-4
History 76 year old female with PMHx of diverticulosis and COPD and PSHx of L hemicolectomy with end transverse colostomy in October of 2023 presented to ED 3 days ago due to dark red blood quickly filling her colostomy bag.…
Soap Note #1
History 53 year old male with no significant PMHx presented to ED 3 days ago with complaints of rectal pain on defecation. He was diagnosed with perianal abscess. Incision and drainage of the abscess was performed at the bedside by…
