Paul Linsky

Father, Husband, Thoracic Surgeon @MCWSurgery, trained @UofLDeptofSurgery and @UABSurgery. UAB Blazer for life. RT is not an endorsement.

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@pannvar @TuftsMedicalCtr @TuftsMedicine Tufts has gotten a great one!!! Congratulations, @pannvar. Well deserved!!!

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@rbarbosa91 @CanesDavid @TomVargheseJr All of life is a pendulum. Most often on one extreme or the other. Only in the perfect spot for a small moment and never noticed when it’s the time.

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@rbarbosa91 @TomVargheseJr The other thing I see all the time is having the US screen in the opposite direction of the procedure field. I don’t put many lines in anymore, but, when I do, I always have the screen in the same line of sight as the field. That way, I see the screen and the flash without moving

[Anish Koka, MD @anish_koka]

https://t.co/WXyKfmyS8e

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@UofLDeptofSurg Congratulations, Neal!!!!! He’s an Allstar!!!!!

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

Thank you @okusanyamd for crushing it moderating this chat!!! #ctcareers

[Olugbenga Okusanya MD @okusanyamd]

T2. A fun reference image

[Olugbenga Okusanya MD @okusanyamd]

You are leading no matter what so better so decide how and to what outcome. #CTcareers

[Robert Van Haren, MD @rvanharen]

Leadership is a skill that can be developed. Learn from the good (and bad) leaders around you!

Great discussion. Thanks for everyone’s insight.

#CTCareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

Be purposeful about everything. You will set the standard and then it will become routine. Treat others how you want to be treated. You also only get one chance to make a first impression. It’s hard for everyone at first. Lean into the hard. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

T4 - you have to be honest with yourself. You have to admit to yourself if you are nervous or scared. You don’t have to admit to any or everyone. Also, you can’t just be angry. You will lose your team quick. #ctcareers

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T3 - I think this is easier if you are brought in with a leadership expectation or are bringing a completely new skill set to the institution. That beings said, it starts with leading by example and striving for excellence in all you do. People always respond to that. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@rvanharen I think the authoritarian style is a last resort early, and used rarely in 2025. Those days are long gone. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

T2 - Know yourself - you have to know your communication strengths and weaknesses. KYP - Know your people - you will learn how best to communicate and motivate your team as you work with them more and get to know them. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

If you acknowledge that other people are speaking to you, they will do the same. You set the standard and others will follow. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

T1 - your first days are tough. Show respect to all. Listen to your team. However, you are the captain. Be gracious and value everyone. #ctcareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

I’m Paul Linsky. General Thoracic Surgeon at @Mcwsurgery. Happy to get some more pearls. #CTCareers

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@ElliotServaisMD @LindaMThoracic @GlobalTSRA @ThoracicStudent @TOutcomes @TomVargheseJr @GenThorSurgClub @STS_CTsurgery @annals_short Very nice save and video!!

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

@1_Blazernation I guess that rules out Orgeron too?

[Paul Linsky @PaulLinsky]

Well said, Senator.

[Ryan Saavedra @RyanSaavedra]

This is actually a good statement from Bernie Sanders

Worth the watch