SAGES Stories

SAGES Stories Ep. 30 – Manabu Yamamoto, MD

Join Drs. Kevin El-Hayek and Jenny Shao on the SAGES Stories Podcast as they sit down with Dr. Manabu Yamamoto, founder of SAGES Far East and co-author of “We Are The World, We Are The SAGES.” In this unforgettable episode, Dr. Yamamoto shares insights on early language learning, SAGES history in the 1980s, his journey as one of the first Japanese members, and how music helped shape his career. A must-listen for anyone interested in surgical innovation, global collaboration, and the legacy of SAGES.

Sallie shares stories about how she became the ED, how SAGES has transformed over the years, and what it means to be a successful woman in the field of surgery.

SAGES Stories Ep. 29 – Sallie Matthews, Executive Director

In this episode, Drs. Kevin El-Hayek and Dr. Jenny Shao talk to the longtime Executive Director of SAGES: Sallie Matthews.

Sallie shares stories about how she became the ED, how SAGES has transformed over the years, and what it means to be a successful woman in the field of surgery.

SAGES Stories Ep. 28 – James “Butch” Rosser, MD

In this episode of the SAGES Stories Podcast, Drs. Kevin El-Hayek and Jenny Shao interview renowned surgeon James "Butch" Rosser, MD. He shares insights from his diverse career as a surgeon, educator, and the creator of initiatives like the Top Gun contest and the SAGES Mini Med School. Enjoy the conversation!

SAGES Stories Ep. 27 – Past Presidents

n this episode, Drs. Kevin El-Hayek and new co-host Dr. Jenny Shao talk to Past SAGES Presidents Drs. Hoarcio Asbun, Liane Feldman, John Mellinger, and Pat Sylla all about SAGES, their respective paths to the presidency and the impact of the Society on surgery.

SAGES Stories Ep. 26 – Jenny Shao, MD

In episode 26, we experience something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. Let's see if you can figure out to who/what each of the above applies!