In this episode of JCMS Author Interviews, Dr. Kirk Barber sits down with Dr. Mariusz Sapijaszko, a board-certified dermatologist, Clinical Professor at the University of Alberta, and Medical Director of the Western Canada Dermatology Institute. Dr. Sapijaszko specializes in skin cancer surgery and cosmetic dermatology and currently serves as President-Elect of the Canadian Dermatology Association. Kirk and Dr. Sapijaszko dig into the article he co-authored in the March–April 2025 issue of JCMS, titled: “Optimizing Surgical Site Infection Prevention in Dermatologic Surgery.”  They dive into practical, evidence-based recommendations from this article to help dermatologists — especially those in outpatient and community-based practices — improve patient safety while streamlining their workflows. From glove selection and skin prep techniques to PPE decisions, suture choice, and wound care, this episode is packed with actionable advice for both early-career dermatologists and seasoned practitioners. Whether you’re setting up a new practice or refining your surgical protocols, you’ll gain clear strategies to reduce infection risk and optimize outcomes. 

Dr Barber and his guests do not receive any financial reimbursement for the production of this podcast.

For more great CDA podcasts check out Dermalogues, our Residents podcast hosted by Dr Kerri Purdy.

To learn more about the work of the Canadian Dermatology Association, please visit our website at dermatology.ca

This podcast is produced by David McGuffin and Graham McGuffin of ExploreProductions.ca