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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #225
How Surgeon Sex Impacts Patient Outcomes
with Dr. Chris Wallis
Can the gender of your surgeon influence your outcome after surgery? New research says yes. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Christopher J.D. Wallis, a prominent urologic oncologist and health services researcher in Toronto, joins guest host Dr. Casey Seideman for a pivotal conversation at the intersection of surgical outcomes, gender, and health equity. This episode was developed in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU).
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, April 8). Ep. 225 – How Surgeon Sex Impacts Patient Outcomes [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Chris Wallis
Dr. Chris Wallis a prominent urologic oncologist and health services researcher at the University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada.
Dr. Casey Seideman
Dr. Seideman is a pediatric urologist at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at OHSU in Portland, Oregon.
Synopsis
Drawing from extensive studies and meta-analyses, Dr. Wallace highlights a significant mortality benefit for patients treated by female surgeons. The episode explores how these findings have sparked discussions on surgeon practices, patient care, and gender equity in medicine. Dr. Wallace also shares personal experiences to underline the importance of diversity and inclusive practices in healthcare. Finally, the two urologists discuss challenges faced when supporting diversity efforts and opportunities for future progress.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
04:01 - Personal Experience with Gender Bias in Surgery
07:05 - Groundbreaking Data on Surgeon Sex and Patient Outcomes
12:23 - Long-Term Outcomes and Consistency in Data
14:14 - Hypotheses and Underlying Reasons for Better Outcomes with Female Surgeons
20:18 - Impact on Healthcare Costs and Productivity
26:14 - Challenges and Pushback in the Medical Community
35:05 - Conclusion
Resources
Society of Women in Urology
https://swiu.org/home.aspx
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