In this episode, we sit down with renowned consultant HPB and emergency surgeon Giles Bond Smith to gain deep insights into the life of a surgeon in human medicine. We cover a range of topics, from the humorous maxim 'knife before life before wife' to exploring the essentials of surgical site infection control. Giles shares the importance of inclusive team dynamics, the challenges of surgical emergencies, and offers practical advice for reducing infection rates. Whether you're in the medical field or simply fascinated by surgical stories, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and entertaining anecdotes. This episode is sponsored by Adaptix. To learn more about how they can revolutionise your practice head over to https://info.adaptix.com/adaptix-vet-3d-3  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★