How Surgeons Prepare for The Operating Room Like Athletes

How Surgeons Prepare for The Operating Room Like Athletes

March 18, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 208

About this episode

The episode explores how surgeons can enhance their performance in the operating room by drawing parallels with athletic preparation.

How can surgeons optimize performance in the operating room? What are the parallels between athletics and surgical preparation? What can we learn from the world of sports? Listen to our latest podcast as we sit down with former collegiate soccer player and UCSF orthopedic surgery resident, Dr. Kyla Petrie.

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