Sleep like a surgeon
Helping surgeons perform and feel better.
Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.
Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.
Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.
Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.
Lilli Cooper’s no fluff newsletter.
Helping surgeons perform, and feel, better.
The Science of Sleep for Surgeons
When you sleep better, you operate better.
As a surgeon, your performance depends on precision, focus, and sound decision-making. But inadequate sleep, which many surgeons experience, leads to fatigue, impaired judgment, and increased risk of error.
In this issue, we’re sharing science-backed strategies to help you maximise sleep — even with an unpredictable schedule. Because, when you sleep better, you operate better.
The Science of Sleep for Surgeons
When you sleep better, you operate better.
As a surgeon, your performance depends on precision, focus, and sound decision-making. But inadequate sleep, which many surgeons experience, leads to fatigue, impaired judgment, and increased risk of error.
In this issue, we’re sharing science-backed strategies to help you maximise sleep — even with an unpredictable schedule. Because, when you sleep better, you operate better.
The Science of Sleep for Surgeons
When you sleep better, you operate better.
As a surgeon, your performance depends on precision, focus, and sound decision-making. But inadequate sleep, which many surgeons experience, leads to fatigue, impaired judgment, and increased risk of error.
In this issue, we’re sharing science-backed strategies to help you maximise sleep — even with an unpredictable schedule. Because, when you sleep better, you operate better.
Listen to the expert
Sleep for Surgeons – with Dr. Caitlin Chasser
In this month’s expert conversation, I talk to Dr Caitlin Chasser, an NHS GP with a special interest in sleep. She runs The Sleep Project and is a CBT-I practitioner and Circadian Therapist working with elite sportspeople and doctors, amongst others.
Listen to the expert
Sleep for Surgeons – with Dr. Caitlin Chasser
In this month’s expert conversation, I talk to Dr Caitlin Chasser, an NHS GP with a special interest in sleep. She runs The Sleep Project and is a CBT-I practitioner and Circadian Therapist working with elite sportspeople and doctors, amongst others.
Listen to the expert
Sleep for Surgeons – with Dr. Caitlin Chasser
In this month’s expert conversation, I talk to Dr Caitlin Chasser, an NHS GP with a special interest in sleep. She runs The Sleep Project and is a CBT-I practitioner and Circadian Therapist working with elite sportspeople and doctors, amongst others.
Good thinking
“Without sleep, we all become tall two-year-olds”
Jo-jo Jensen
Good thinking
“Without sleep, we all become tall two-year-olds”
Jo-jo Jensen
Good thinking
“Without sleep, we all become tall two-year-olds”
Jo-jo Jensen
Explore related
resources
I have put together a curated selection of resources relating to optimising sleep for surgeons in the resource hub.
Let me know if there’s anything missing or anything specific you would like to see — I love a good challenge! 🕵️♀️
Explore related
resources
I have put together a curated selection of resources relating to optimising sleep for surgeons in the resource hub.
Let me know if there’s anything missing or anything specific you would like to see — I love a good challenge! 🕵️♀️
Explore related
resources
I have put together a curated selection of resources relating to optimising sleep for surgeons in the resource hub.
Let me know if there’s anything missing or anything specific you would like to see — I love a good challenge! 🕵️♀️
Featured resources
The Shipping Forecast lulls me to sleep - now there are Sleep Forecast blends with soundscapes too.
A 'sunrise' alarm clock can tell your brain it's dawn, even in winter!
This 12 minute body scan can help you wind down before bed or fall asleep at night if you wake up or answer a bleep!
Featured resources
The Shipping Forecast lulls me to sleep - now there are Sleep Forecast blends with soundscapes too.
A 'sunrise' alarm clock can tell your brain it's dawn, even in winter!
This 12 minute body scan can help you wind down before bed or fall asleep at night if you wake up or answer a bleep!
Featured resources
The Shipping Forecast lulls me to sleep - now there are Sleep Forecast blends with soundscapes too.
A 'sunrise' alarm clock can tell your brain it's dawn, even in winter!
This 12 minute body scan can help you wind down before bed or fall asleep at night if you wake up or answer a bleep!
Keen to know more?
You can read my ‘Sleep for Surgeons’ article for the Bulletin of the RCS (Engl.)
Keen to know more?
You can read my ‘Sleep for Surgeons’ article for the Bulletin of the RCS (Engl.)
Keen to know more?
You can read my ‘Sleep for Surgeons’ article for the Bulletin of the RCS (Engl.)
Low hanging fruit
If you try nothing else...
Be consistent with your sleep and wake times, to support both sleep and daytime alertness. Try a consistent 2 weeks +/- 30 mins, even at weekends.
Fancy a takeaway?
Do try this at home!
Low hanging fruit
If you try nothing else...
Be consistent with your sleep and wake times, to support both sleep and daytime alertness. Try a consistent 2 weeks +/- 30 mins, even at weekends.
Fancy a takeaway?
Do try this at home!
Low hanging fruit
If you try nothing else...
Be consistent with your sleep and wake times, to support both sleep and daytime alertness. Try a consistent 2 weeks +/- 30 mins, even at weekends.
Fancy a takeaway?
Do try this at home!
Recommended reading:
Why we Sleep by Dr Matt Walker
Recommended listening:
Dr Andrew Huberman x Dr Matt Walker 6 part series on sleep
Recommended reading:
Why we Sleep by Dr Matt Walker
Recommended listening:
Dr Andrew Huberman x Dr Matt Walker 6 part series on sleep
Recommended reading:
Why we Sleep by Dr Matt Walker
Recommended listening:
Dr Andrew Huberman x Dr Matt Walker 6 part series on sleep
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New Course
Optimising Performance for Surgeons
A specialised remote course for surgical registrars pre-FRCS exam starting mid-April 2025
This course is still available – but this offer has expired. Subscribe to the newsletter for exclusive discounts.
New Course
Optimising Performance for Surgeons
A specialised remote course for surgical registrars pre-FRCS exam starting mid-April 2025
This course is still available – but this offer has expired. Subscribe to the newsletter for exclusive discounts.
New Course
Optimising Performance for Surgeons
A specialised remote course for surgical registrars pre-FRCS exam starting mid-April 2025
Next month
Next month, we’re getting to grips with the Impostor Phenomenon.
Have a question or something you’d like us to explore? Let me know.
Have a topic in mind for a future issue?
I’d love to hear your suggestions — just hit reply or email lilli@lillicooper.co.uk
Next month
Next month, we’re getting to grips with the Impostor Phenomenon.
Have a question or something you’d like us to explore? Let me know.
Have a topic in mind for a future issue?
I’d love to hear your suggestions — just hit reply or email lilli@lillicooper.co.uk
Next month
Next month, we’re getting to grips with the Impostor Phenomenon.
Have a question or something you’d like us to explore? Let me know.
Have a topic in mind for a future issue?
I’d love to hear your suggestions — just hit reply or email lilli@lillicooper.co.uk
Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.
Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.
Disclaimer: This newsletter is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional services. The information shared should not be used for diagnosing or treating any health conditions. For personalised medical advice, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional.
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