Guts and Glory

Welcome to "Guts and Glory". In this episode, we spotlight the razor’s edge of HPB surgery with Dr. Sanjay Govil, a recognized authority in tackling hilar cholangiocarcinoma—one of medicine’s fiercest adversaries. Get ready for a candid exploration into a cancer that tests every ounce of surgical skill, courage, and collaboration. Dr. Govil reveals the toughest decisions, the relentless challenges, and the unique satisfaction of taking on a disease that few dare to confront. Tune in for an in...

Welcome to Guts and Glory, the podcast dedicated to illuminating the evolving landscape of gastrointestinal surgery. In this episode, we are privileged to host Dr. Shailesh Shrikhande, an eminent leader in pancreatic surgery renowned for his clinical acumen and contributions to the surgical community. Dr. Shrikhande brings a wealth of experience in navigating the intricate challenges of pancreatic surgery—a field distinguished by demanding decision-making, and the necessity for meticulous tec...

Welcome to Guts and Glory, the surgical podcast hosted by Dr. Sadiq Sikora. In this episode, titled “Confusion at the Junction – GE Junction Conundrum”, Dr. Sikora is joined by Prof. Inian Samarasam, Professor of Surgery and Chief of Upper GI Surgery at the prestigious CMC Vellore. Together, they engage in a comprehensive discussion on the nuanced challenges of tumors at the gastroesophageal junction. The conversation delves into the latest strategies for diagnosis, classification, and operat...

Guts and Glory Season 2 opens with a crucial question: Can surgical practice and ethics coexist without conflict? Host Dr. Sadiq Sikora sits down with Dr. Sanjay Nagral to explore the tensions surgeons face between technical excellence, patient care, and moral responsibility. A thought-provoking start to the new season that challenges assumptions about what it means to practice surgery with integrity.