Get ready to be surprised as I dive into the world of thoracic surgery in this eye-opening interview with a fellow Physician Assistant (PA)! In this video, we uncover the lesser-known specialty of thoracic surgery, distinct from cardiothoracic surgery, and explore the types of cases encountered, daily schedules, and the pros and cons straight from the source.
Join us as we look at the unique aspects of thoracic surgery, offering valuable insights for PAs, NPs, and aspiring healthcare professionals. Whether you're already a provider or a student considering your career path, this video is packed with invaluable information that will broaden your understanding of medical specialties.
Watch now and uncover this hidden gem specialty! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more enlightening content on healthcare specialties!
Specialty Society-
Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery: www.apacvs.org/
Recording Gear: Camera: Sony ZV1 - amzn.to/3IFFFMd
Microphone: Rode Wireless GO II - amzn.to/3Pnvks5
Lights: Neewer 660 LED Video Light, 2 pk - amzn.to/49080aT
(These are Amazon affiliate links. If you use these links, I may earn a small commission that helps support this channel, so THANK YOU!)
Please Like 👍, Comment 💬, Subscribe ✅, and SHARE 🤳! 👀What video would YOU like to see on this channel?👀 Tell me in the comment section, or send me an email to admin@themedicinecouch.com.
Some of My Channel Playlists:
Cool & Unusual PA/NP Jobs: • Discover cool & unusua...
Gift & Product Guides: • Gift & Product Guides
PA & NP Opportunities Around the World: • Opportunities Around t...
PANRE-LA: • PANRE-LA
Professional PA Topics: • Professional PA Topics!
Non-Clinical PA/NP Roles: • Discover non-clinical ...
Top APPs & Resources for PAs & NPs: • Top apps & resources f...
Explore PAs & NPs medical specialties: • Explore Medical Specia...
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:35 Thoracic vs Cardiothoracic Surgery
02:47 Surgeries Performed in Thoracic Surgery
04:49 PAs vs NPs in Thoracic Surgery
05:19 Clinic & OR Mix
06:02 Patient Population
06:28 Inpatient Duties
07:41 Taking Call in Thoracic Surgery
08:20 Outpatient Duties
09:46 First Assisting Duties
11:08 OR Training
13:10 PA/NP Autonomy in Thoracic Surgery
14:06 Outpatient - Patient Count
14:46 Outpatient Office Procedures
15:01 Inpatient - Patient Count
16:41 Variety in Thoracic Surgery
18:44 Positives of Thoracic Surgery
19:42 Negatives of Thoracic Surgery
21:03 Typical Schedule
21:46 Charting in Thoracic Surgery
22:06 Best Personalities for Thoracic Surgery
23:20 Salary in Thoracic Surgery
24:07 How to Transition into Thoracic Surgery
24:44 Societies & Conferences in Thoracic Surgery
25:07 Is Thoracic Surgery New Grad Friendly?
25:36 Questions to Ask When Interviewing
27:00 Best Rotations for Thoracic Surgery
Welcome to my channel, The Medicine Couch, where I strive to help PAs & NPs craft a career they love by highlight all the possibilities open to us with our degrees. I do that by exploring all the medical specialties we can work in, finding cool & unusual jobs PAs & NPs can do, as well as discovering non-clinical roles for those ready to transition out of clinical practice! I also discuss professional topics and highlight resources that make your life better.
If these are topics that interest you, then subscribe and become part of the Medicine Couch family! If you have an idea for a video or have questions, please email me at admin@themedicinecouch.com
Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some of the links mentioned are affiliate links where I may receive a commission. If you use a link, it will never cost you more money, but it can help support this channel and allow me to continue to bring you excellent videos like this one. So, thank you!
#TheMedicineCouch #PACareer #NPCareer #medicalspecialties