PDF Notes for Surgery 101 episode on Tympanic Membrane Perforations

Welcome to this episode of Surgery 101 where we will learn the basics of tympanic membrane perforations.

After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:

1. Describe the anatomy relevant to a tympanic membrane perforation.

2. List the mechanisms by which a tympanic membrane perforation can occur.

3. Gather pertinent positives on history and physical exam for a patient presenting with a suspected tympanic membrane perforation.

4. Recognize signs of an emergent presentation.

5. Outline treatment options for a tympanic membrane perforation including surgery.

PDF Notes for Surgery 101 episode on Nontechnical Skills in Surgery 

It may come as a surprise that research suggests the biggest opportunity for improvement surgical outcomes lies not in a surgeon’s ability to throw a stitch or find the plane, but in their NONtechnical skills.

After this episode, listeners will be able to:

• Define and describe the importance of nontechnical skills in improving surgical outcomes

• Articulate the NOTSS framework for categorizing nontechnical skills

• Identify a personal learning plan to improve nontechnical elements in surgical education