<p>In the first episode, listeners are introduced to Buddhist concepts of the &quot;enlightened&quot; and how these translate into surgery in 2021. Frameworks for work-life balance are introduced and discussed.  Understanding and intentionally managing our &quot;dimensions&quot; can improve efficiency and create time to maintain wellness.  Tips and tricks about time management, and both conceptual frameworks and tips to maximize time efficiency are discussed.  Reading and References: Think Like a Monk, Essentialism, Peak Performance.</p>

12. Discussion: Resilience with Chris Bordoni

While incredibly rewarding and honored vocations, careers in medicine and surgery are fraught with stress, burnout and challenges in work-life balance.  OWZ is intended to open dialogue about a mindful approach to surgery - to create a space where physicians and surgeons can enhance their life's work and life experience with a focus on presence, purpose and practical skills.  OWZ combines didactic-like monologues to provide baseline information and available scientific data on practical topics like time management, sleep hygiene and burnout; as well as interviews with surgeons and experts to share what works and doesn't work in their daily routines.