Rising Stars: Dr. Clarisa Birlog and Dr Draga Mandi on Mentorship, Challenges, and Surgical Excellence

In  this guest-presented episode Dr Draga Maria Mandi from Romania interviews her friend and contemporary, consultant surgeon Dr Clarisa Birlog. Clarisa shares her journey in surgical training and reflects on the  opportunities available through engagement with surgical associations. Dr. Birlog discusses her passion for mentoring young surgeons through the EAES Rising Star Academy, emphasising the importance of non-technical skills like communication and empathy. She highlights the challenges female surgeons face and the importance of mentorship.This episode is sponsored by Medtronic.Interested in starting with Robotics or would like to learn more about the HugoTM RAS system?  Sign up here: https://cvent.me/2eNBGZ