In this month's episode Dr. Zager and Dr. Xus Badia discuss the latest publication from the TAUTEM study and reveal the growing role of local excisions the management of rectal cancer.

Pre-treatment SEPTIN9 Gene Methylation Ratio Predicts Tumor Response to Total Neoadjuvant Therapy in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer

This month, we feature a conversation between Dr. Tryliskyy and Dr. Domínguez-Prieto, discussing the Best Abstract Award from the recent ESCP 2025 Meeting in Paris. In this focused exchange, they explore the key aspects of the study — from its basic science background and methodological approach to the main findings and their potential clinical implications for rectal cancer management.

It’s another great episode of the YESCP Podcast, hosted by Dr. Yegor Tryliskyy! This time, he’s joined by Dr. Colombari and Dr. Tejedor to discuss their recent Diseases of the Colon & Rectum publication on the use of 3-dimensional vascular reconstruction for preoperative planning of D3 right colectomy. This is an exciting and forward-looking topic—although still not widely practiced—that highlights how advanced imaging and anatomical mapping may transform surgical planning and precision in colorectal surgery.

In the September episode of the YESCP podcast, Dr. Xenaki hosts a discussion about pilonidal sinus. Along with Dr.Wiinblad and Dr. Brandstrup they discuss a recent systemic review from the University of Copenhagen. This is a very inspiring episode for everyone who is taking care of patients with PNS.

Robotic Surgery: The Future or Already the Present of Colorectal Surgery? In the July edition of the Y-ESCP Podcast, our esteemed colleague Dr. Colpaert sits down with Dr. Emre Gorgun of the Cleveland Clinic to explore the evolving role of robotics in colorectal surgery. This episode delves into key topics such as endoluminal robotics and the integration of AI.

In this month's Y-ESCP podcast episode, Dr. Zager and Dr. Horesh explore the AI revolution and the role of large language models (LLMs) in colorectal surgery.

In the final episode of the Mentorship in Focus series Stefanie Devriendt and Janindra Warusavitarne discuss how ESCP supports surgical education and career development, with a range of workshops, fellowships, and mentorship programmes to help surgeons at all career stages grow professionally.