E23: Sentinel Node Biopsy with Dr. Mel Johnson - Part 1

Host Dr. Randy Lehman welcomes Dr. Mel Johnson, President of the North American Rural Surgical Society and Program Director at Gundersen Lutheran in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This Part One conversation highlights breast cancer treatment, focusing on sentinel lymph node biopsy and the decision-making process for prophylactic mastectomy. Tune in for Dr. Johnson’s insights into implementing comprehensive breast cancer care in rural settings, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary approaches and overcoming barriers.

 

0:00 Introduction

1:43 Dr. Johnson's Background

8:33 Residency Program Updates

14:54 How I Do It: Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy (Patient Prep and Anecdotes)

25:40 How I Do It: Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy (Technical Details)

34:33 Overcoming Obstacles in Rural