r/surgery
52k members
r/surgery is a subreddit with 52k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses surgery, struggling, cosmetic surgery, brachioplasty, and resources, and they frequently recommend/review loupes and creams.
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r/surgery is a lounge where medical professionals and students can discuss the art and science of surgery. It is a virtual "Surgery Staff Lounge" where doctors and surgery team members can talk about advancements, techniques, blow off steam, and get support.
Popular Themes in r/surgery
#1
Advice Requests
: "Any source for videos on surgical procedures while they’re being performed from the start to end?"
10 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "What are some good DNB General Surgery hospitals in Delhi that offer a good stipend and good hands-on surgical exposure, and are actually worth taking?"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/surgery
#1
Surgery
: "Shoutout to fellow Surgery staff with mental health issues."
8 posts
#2
Struggling
3 posts
#3
Cosmetic Surgery
2 posts
#4
Brachioplasty
: "Brachioplasty (Arm Lift)"
2 posts
#5
Resources
: "Cardiothoracic Surgery In-Training Exam and Written Boards Preparation & Resources"
2 posts
#6
Surgeons
: "Surgeons — what's actually the most frustrating part of managing information during a procedure? (Not looking to sell anything, genuinely trying to understand)"
1 post
Products Discussed in r/surgery
Flair Used in r/surgery
#1
I did read the sidebar & rules
: "I received the most disturbing after visit survey from Stanford just now"
59 posts
Member Growth in r/surgery
Yearly
+5k members(11.4%)
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Last updated: September 20, 2026