3/31/26

General Surgery

Curious about what it’s like to work in general surgery as a PA or NP?

In this video, I sit down with Anne Peterson, a PA who shares all the behind-the-scenes details of life in this fast-paced specialty.
From the wide variety of surgeries she assists with to her hands-on role in the OR, you'll get an insider’s look at what makes this field so exciting.

We’ll also dive into her daily responsibilities—everything from pre-op and post-op care to working in clinic and taking call. Wondering about the schedule or salary expectations in general surgery? We've got you covered!

Plus, she shares her top tips for getting started in this specialty, including the best rotations to take and the resources that helped her succeed.

Resources:
Sabiston Textbook of Surgery: https://amzn.to/40xvB1u

Photographic Atlas of Anatomy: https://amzn.to/4hbrKNd

Netter Atlas of Human Anatomy: Classic Regional Approach: https://amzn.to/3PwEzWu

Zollinger's Atlas of Surgical Operations: https://amzn.to/40xvB1u

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