Secret Surgery’s Guide to Surgery Abroad – Part 9
Dos and Don’ts
Angela Chouaib
When I had surgery, reminding myself of what to expect was invaluable. I started Secret Surgery to help others considering medical tourism, and I’ve always wanted to pass on my experiences and advice with complete honesty. To save you the trouble, here’s my personal ‘dos and don’ts’ list: (more…)
A Plastic Surgeon’s Conversation Draws a Mile-High Crowd
Steven Pearlman
I don’t mind flying. But the delays absolutely make me crazy.
I usually try to arrive the night before when I have to lecture at meetings. That gives me a chance to unwind. Recently, I arrived at Las Vegas at 5 a.m. for a talk that started at 7 a.m. If I had been performing a procedure, there would be no way that I could, or would, have done it.
Actually, most of my travel involves medical meetings, lecturing or teaching. It’s important to keep up with things and to help train other doctors. So I don’t mind taking time away from the practice.
