07 - RACING TO OPTIMIZE SURGERY: 🏎️ Rich Kenny & Dr. Robert Masson on Team Dynamics, Tech Integration, and Flow State in Healthcare

Downtime Procedures

In this episode of Downtime Procedures, hosts Rich G Kenny and Dr. Robert Masson—neurosurgeon, tech innovator, and racing enthusiast—discuss the parallels between high-performance racing teams and surgical teams. They explore how meticulous preparation, team synchronization, and cutting-edge technology can transform patient care. Dr. Masson shares insights on building cohesive teams, leveraging technology to reduce disorientation in the OR, and why nursing leadership is essential for healthcare’s future.
Best Moments:

• 01:10 Dr. Masson’s racing background and its connection to healthcare
• 04:20 Why surgery is a team sport: The importance of every role
• 07:00 How disorientation affects surgical teams and patient outcomes
• 09:15 Introducing XX: Tech to enhance OR communication and workflow
• 12:30 Building flow state and trust in complex medical teams
• 16:40 Balancing high expectations with psychological safety
• 21:00 Breaking down silos: Elevating nursing voices in healthcare
• 24:45 How AI and real-time data improve efficiency and accuracy
• 28:00 Looking ahead: Dynamic learning and future tech applications

Tune in to hear how racing insights, innovative software, and teamwork can revolutionize the surgical experience—for both clinicians and patients!
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