From Carpentry to Surgery: Dr. Christopher Kennel's Unique Journey and Insights

In this week's episode of Promising Young Surgeon, we welcome Dr. Christopher Kennel, an ENT surgeon who has transitioned his practice from the US to New Zealand. Dr. Kennel shares his unique perspective on the dynamics of the operating room in New Zealand, his teaching philosophy as an attending, and the profound impact of his previous career as a carpenter on his medical training. Join us as we explore the differences in surgical culture between the US and New Zealand, and discover how Dr. Kennel's approach to residency training and medical errors fosters a supportive and collaborative environment.   00:00 – Cold Open 00:32 – Intro to Chris 23:52 – New Zealand vs America in the Operating Room 46:24 – Dynamics Between Attendings and Registrars 59:54 – Do You Believe in Karma?   Interact with the podcast! Email me at [email protected] to ask questions. We would love to hear from the Promising Young Surgeon audience. Promising Young Surgeon is sponsored by Pattern. Discover why more than 20,000 doctors trust Pattern to shop for disability insurance. Request free quotes in 5 minutes. Compare policies with an expert. Buy with confidence.  LINK: https://www.patternlife.com/promising-young-surgeon?campid=349433 Subscribe, tune in, and join the conversation as Dr. Hardin and her guests tackle the pressing issues facing today's medical professionals and ponder how to nurture a more compassionate and sustainable healthcare environment.   Connect with Frances Mei: https://linktr.ee/francesmei.md     https://rethinkingresidency.com/about/    Find More info on this series and other podcasts on the Influent Network at HeyInfluent.com Follow the Influent Network on Social Media: LinkedIn | Twitter (X) | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook    The Influent Network is where emerging healthcare professionals and esteemed medical experts converge. Our platform is a straightforward resource for career development, financial planning, practice management, and investment insights, designed to foster strong professional connections.   Powered by Hurrdat Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.