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E38: The Colonoscopy Chronicles with Dr. Dan Margo
What happens when you're the only surgeon for hundreds of miles and every decision matters?
Host Dr. Randy Lehman welcomes Dr. Dan Margo, a seasoned rural surgeon from northern Minnesota, who has spent decades mastering the art of surgical practice in isolation. Dr. Margo shares hard-won insights from his years serving remote communities, including the unique challenges of being a visiting surgeon and the critical importance of collegiality in rural practice.
They dive deep into colonoscopy techniques–including abdominal pressure maneuvers and advanced lesion removal strategies–while…
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