Global Scalpels: A Global Surgery Podcast

by Taylor Ottesen and Riana Patel

Dedicated to the 5 billion without safe and affordable surgery - come explore global surgery heroes in tech, law, war, business, and of course, the OR!

5 Episodes

BusinessNon-Profit

Episodes

Ep 56: Coleen Sabatini

In this episode of Global Scalpels, we explore the challenges and opportunities in building sustainable, locally led pediatric orthopedic care in low-...

1h 09m

•Jan 5, 2026

Ep 55: David Spiegel

What happens when a scalpel meets the unexpected? In this episode, we journey into the heart of global orthopedic surgery, where late-presenting cases...

43m

•Dec 5, 2025

Ep 54: Patrick Miner

Cars are more than just a means of transportation—they’re a hidden driver of global health disparities and surgical needs. In this thought-provoking e...

1h 03m

•Oct 5, 2025

Ep 53: Rowa and Gladys

In this episode of Global Scalpels, we dive into the complexities of delivering surgical care across different healthcare systems. We explore what it ...

1h 10m

•Apr 5, 2025

Ep 52: Meryl and Lucy

In this episode, we’re joined by two powerhouse storytellers in the global development space, Meryl Westlake and Lucy Taylor. Together, they share the...

1h 15m

•Jan 5, 2025