SCCM Resource Library-Luminary Lounge: Lewis J. Kaplan

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Dr. Lou Kaplan, a critical care surgeon, was interviewed by Dr. Roshni Sridharan in the Luminary Lounge. Dr. Kaplan shared his career journey, starting with his initial ambition to become a heart surgeon, which led him to spend time in a cardiac surgery research lab. However, he eventually discovered his passion for critical care and trauma surgery. Dr. Kaplan discussed the importance of mentors and the different types of guidance they provide. He also highlighted the need to find mentors who align with different aspects of one's career. Dr. Kaplan shared personal aspects of his life, such as having a daughter with autism, being an avid motorcyclist, and owning Akitas. He also discussed the challenges of balancing clinical work, organizational work, and personal life, providing advice on setting boundaries and finding time for oneself. Dr. Kaplan reflected on the challenges faced by the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the shortage of critical care nurses. He discussed the blessings and unexpected opportunities that emerged during the pandemic, such as increased media exposure and partnerships with other organizations. Dr. Kaplan emphasized the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within the SCCM and highlighted ongoing initiatives to promote a more balanced and inclusive organization. He discussed opportunities for critical care in the future, including space and underwater medicine, as well as the integration of machine learning and AI in practice. Dr. Kaplan encouraged the next generation of critical care clinicians to volunteer and be vocal about their interests, highlighting the nurturing environment and informal mentoring within the SCCM. He shared his favorite memory as being his presidential address and his proudest achievement as the enduring relationships he formed with certain patients. Reflecting on his career, Dr. Kaplan expressed no regrets, except maybe choosing trauma and critical care earlier in his career.

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Professional Development and Education, 2022

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Hear from past SCCM president, Lewis J. Kaplan, as they share their experience and wisdom about critical care and SCCM.

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Professional Development and Education

Knowledge Level Foundational

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

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Tag Professional Development

Year 2022

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Dr. Lou Kaplan

critical care surgeon

mentors

balancing work and personal life

Society of Critical Care Medicine

COVID-19 pandemic

future of critical care

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