Joris J. Blok

Leveraging tacit knowledge to improve healthcare quality in surgery: an explorative ethnographic study

Charlie A. Steen, Eduard J.E.T. Schmidt, Ronald S. L. Liem, Roderick F. Schmitz et autres

Background Tacit knowledge (TK) is based on experience, intuition, and know-how. Healthcare professionals use it for decision-making in complex situations; still, it is often overlooked as a factor contributing to healthcare quality. Organizational knowledge creation theory explains how knowledge converts between tacit …

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The forgotten art of encouragement in surgical training

Michael El Boghdady, Joris J. Blok

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The Concept of a Bidirectional Loop of Behavior in Surgery

Lotte Bouwman, Lieke J. Kerstjens, Vincent Q. Sier, Michael El Boghdady et autres

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Comment on: Second victim syndrome in surgeons: systematic review and meta-analysis of the impact of adverse events on surgeons

Vincent Q. Sier, Joost R. van der Vorst, Joris J. Blok

Don't HIT me one more time: a case report of catheter-directed thrombolysis in a refractory heparin-induced thrombocytopenia-related acute limb ischemia

Lieke J. Kerstjens, P L Den Exter, Ype de Jong, Joris J. Blok

Introduction and importance: Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a severe adverse immune mediated reaction to heparin therapy, particularly relevant in vascular surgery due to its potential life-threatening thrombotic risks. Case presentation and clinical discussion: This report describes a case of refractory HIT following …

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Personality traits and surgical performance: A human factors perspective

Michael El Boghdady, Joris J. Blok

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The surgical profession at a crossroads: recruitment, retention, and resilience in the Netherlands

Floortje Huizing, Michael El Boghdady, Abbey Schepers, Kirsten F.A.A. Dabekaussen et autres

The future of surgery is challenged by two major issues: declining medical students' interest in a surgical career and increasing burnout numbers among surgical residents. Addressing these issues is vital to maintain a vital and attractive surgical profession. Recruitment of suitable surgical …

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Exploring diversity and inclusion in surgery: Insights from the 2025 Dutch Surgical Society Symposium

Begüm Pekbay, Hajar Rotbi, Michael El Boghdady, Joanna W. A. M. Bosmans et autres

Diversity and inclusion are increasingly recognized as critical components of effective surgical practice and team dynamics. Despite growing awareness, structural barriers continue to limit the entry and advancement of individuals from underrepresented groups in surgery. At the annual meeting of the Dutch …

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Bridging generational gaps in Surgery: A narrative review on values, well-being, and training preferences

Floortje Huizing, Vincent Q. Sier, Annelot D Sark, Heleen S. Snijders et autres

Intergenerational differences in surgery create both challenges and opportunities. While differening perspectives and expectations may deter younger generations from pursuing surgical careers, it is crucial to balance these with the core values that define the surgical profession. This narrative review was conducted …

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Fostering an open surgical culture: strategies to eliminate inappropriate behavior in surgical practice

Joris J. Blok, Heleen S. Snijders, Floortje Huizing, Roderick F. Schmitz et autres

Surgery is a demanding and stressful profession. Unfortunately, inappropriate behavior is still not banished from the daily surgical practice and we are dealing with the negative consequences (e.g. negative working environments or burn-out). To adequately treat this type of behavior we first …

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Fournier's gangrene after male circumcision: A case report

Isobel A Bowring, Lotte Bouwman, Kim van Putten, Joris J. Blok

Necrotizing soft tissue infection (NSTI) is a rare, life-threatening emergency. Fournier's gangrene (FG), a type of NSTI affecting the perineal, genital, or perianal region, requires prompt and aggressive treatment and has a multifactorial aetiology. However, cases of FG in patients without predisposing …

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Editor's Choice – Radiation Protection and Pregnancy in Vascular Surgery and Interventional Radiology in the Netherlands

Jennifer M.J. Jongen, Morsal Samim, Jean Hoornstra, Daniël Eefting et autres