Polytrauma & Pressure: Conversations with a Trauma Surgeon

24/12/2025 40 min

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Episode Synopsis

We’re joined by Dr. Zolst, a trauma surgeon working at the forefront of one of the most high-stakes areas in medicine. In this episode, we dive into the fast-paced world of trauma care — from how teams prepare for critical, seconds-matter situations, to the decision-making behind managing polytrauma and life-threatening injuries. We unpack the priorities of the primary survey, the principles of damage-control surgery, and the systems that keep trauma services running under pressure. We also explore recovery, rehabilitation, and the mental health impacts that shape long-term outcomes. Whether you’re a student, junior doctor, or just curious about what happens behind the trauma bay doors, this conversation offers practical insights into what it really takes to save lives in real time. Don’t miss this deep dive into a specialty defined by urgency, teamwork, and resilience.

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