Update on What's Important Arts & Humanities, with special guest Bob Schenck, MD.

Robert Schenck

MD

Professor and Chairman, University of New Mexico Health Sciences

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Marc Swiontkowski

MD, FAOA

Professor, University of Minnesota

Mohit Bhandari

FRCSC, PhD

Distinguished University Professor, Chair of Surgery, McMaster University

This episode explores how creative pursuits enrich surgical practice and personal well-being, highlighting the growth of the Arts and Humanities section at JBJS. Discussion centers on the value of storytelling, painting, sculpture, and poetry in fostering reflection, balance, and resilience. The guests emphasize overcoming self-doubt, embracing vulnerability, and understanding culture—whether in art or global surgical outreach—as essential to meaningful connection, sustainable collaboration, and long-term impact.