Women in Medicine Month: A Conversation with Dr. Mary Hawn

In this special 'Women in Medicine Month' episode of Scrubcast, host Rachel Baker sits down with Dr. Mary Hawn, the Chair of Stanford University's Department of Surgery. Dr. Hawn discusses her multifaceted role overseeing research, education, and clinical care, while still practicing minimally invasive foregut surgery. She shares her journey from basic science research to becoming an acclaimed health services researcher, her thoughts on surgical training reforms, and the complexities of achieving work-life balance in medicine. The episode also highlights her insights into supporting future surgeon-scientists and celebrates her accomplishments, including the dedication of the Wangensteen Scientific Forum to her at the upcoming American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress. 00:00 Introduction to Scrubcast 00:19 Meet Dr. Mary Han: Chair of the Department of Surgery 00:46 The Role and Responsibilities of a Chair 01:22 Balancing Surgery and Leadership 01:50 Specializing in Minimally Invasive Foregut Surgery 02:36 Transition from Basic Science to Health Services Research 04:15 Insights on Surgical Training and Education 09:49 Equity in Pay and Work-Life Balance for Surgeons 15:07 Maintaining Humility and Team Spirit 15:52 Mentors and Best Advice 19:16 Looking to the Future: ACS Annual Clinical Congress 20:26 Conclusion and Farewell