As a physician, I, like you, listened to this podcast and wondered how in the world this happened. I want to help you with the following things to keep in mind, so this never happens to you.

 

1) Check off the basics

Is my surgeon licensed in your state?

Is my surgeon board-certified?

 

 

2) Find out about their experience

What is my surgeon’s training background?

What is my surgeon’s track record?

Watch out for “Best Doctors” awards

 

 

3) Research the hospital

Is the hospital where I’ll be having my surgery a good one?

 

What did I miss?

Dr O.

 

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