Plastic Surgery

HAS THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET HELPED OR HARMED THE WAY PATIENTS SEEK CARE? It is a double-edged sword. Patients have more outlets to get more information about the procedures that they are interested in. However, some information out there is inaccurate. Major health provider online websites are good places to start: WebMD, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, for example. Ultimately, you should consult a qualified health professional to get advice pertinent to you specifically.

WHAT WOULD BE THE #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE REGARDING YOUR AREA OF SPECIALTY THAT YOU’D GIVE PEOPLE IN THEIR 30’S? You are what you eat. You should develop good dietary habits and exercise. WHAT WOULD BE THE #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE REGARDING YOUR AREA OF SPECIALTY THAT YOU’D GIVE PEOPLE IN THEIR 50’S? Take care of your skin. By the time you are in the 50’s, many people are realizing the effect of skin damage from the sun and smoking. They cause age spots, wrinkles and thinning of skin. To be sure these processes have started earlier than the 50’s. Nonetheless, it is still important to protect your skin. WHAT FORTHCOMING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT IN YOUR AREA OF SPECIALTY ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT THAT WILL BENEFIT FUTURE PATIENTS? The future holds an increased understanding of and improved results of fat grafting. Some of the exciting applications include Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), breast augmentation, and soft tissue enhancement. On the basic science front, fat research also holds promise in stem cell research as well. IF YOU COULD GO BACK IN TIME 25 YEARS AND GIVE YOURSELF ONE PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

Less sweets. I have a hopeless sweet tooth. Knowing the deleterious effects of refined sugar, I would have skipped my Butterfinger diet. COMPLETE YOUR OWN ENDING TO THE OLD SAYING, “AN APPLE A DAY…” An apple a day is so delicious and appealing. WHAT’S THE MOST REALISTIC MEDICAL SHOW ON TELEVISION, PAST OR PRESENT? “ER” (which has come a long way from “Doogie Howser, MD”)

ALSO IN THE TOP 3 FOR PLASTIC SURGERY: Jennifer Chan, Luis Cuadros (retired)

HAS THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET HELPED OR HARMED THE WAY PATIENTS SEEK CARE? I think it has significantly enhanced and streamlined both access and efficiency. STAYING HYDRATED IS OBVIOUSLY IMPORTANT FOR GOOD HEALTH. WITH SO MANY WATER CHOICES (MINERAL, SPRING, SPARKLING, FILTERED, ALKALINE, PURIFIED, TAP), ARE THERE ANY GUIDELINES YOU WOULD RECOMMEND? I’m a proponent of alkaline water and any hydrating drink with vitamin and electrolyte replacement. #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 30S REGARDING YOUR SPECIALTY? Live an active and healthy lifestyle and seek medical care for anything that prevents you from doing so. MOST MEMORABLE MEDICAL SITUATION? St. Vincent Island in the West Indies on a medical mission. WHAT FORTHCOMING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT IN YOUR AREA OF SPECIALTY ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT THAT WILL BENEFIT FUTURE PATIENTS? Diagnostic imaging. YOUR THOUGHTS ON UNIVERSAL HEALTHCARE IN SIX WORDS OR LESS: I feel fortunate that I’m retiring! THE SO-CALLED FAUCI EFFECT (MORE INTEREST IN HEALTHCARE CAREERS, SPURRED BY COVID-19) SAW AN 18 PERCENT INCREASE IN MEDICAL SCHOOL APPLICANTS IN 2021. WHAT WILL THIS MEAN FOR FUTURE PATIENTS? Hopefully greater and more efficient access. STUDYING MEDICINE THEN VS. NOW. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? Realizing the inefficient and burdensome bureaucracy that interferes with the doctor patient relationship as it exists today. IF YOU COULD GO BACK IN TIME 25 YEARS AND GIVE YOURSELF ONE PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Appreciate and enjoy your relationships with patients and colleagues. COMPLETE YOUR OWN ENDING TO THE OLD SAYING, “AN APPLE A DAY…” An apple a day is not enough! ARTIST WHOSE MUSIC WE’D HEAR THE MOST IN YOUR WAITING ROOM: Stevie Ray Vaughn

ALSO IN THE TOP 3 FOR PODIATRY: George Ochs, Gay Gustafson

HAS THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET HELPED OR HARMED THE WAY PATIENTS SEEK CARE? Ah, the Google. Maybe I could retire! STAYING HYDRATED IS OBVIOUSLY IMPORTANT FOR GOOD HEALTH. WITH SO MANY WATER CHOICES (MINERAL, SPRING, SPARKLING, FILTERED, ALKALINE, PURIFIED, TAP), ARE THERE ANY GUIDELINES YOU WOULD RECOMMEND? Worry less about the type of water, just drink (and no Cokes)! #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 30’S REGARDING YOUR SPECIALTY? Begin durable healthy habits that will last you a lifetime (and leave your 20’s in the past). #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 50’S? Start focusing on the pleasures you will enjoy as you age. MOST MEMORABLE MEDICAL SITUATION? Working with the White Mountain Apache Tribe in Arizona where I learned to line dance! WHAT FORTHCOMING TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENT IN YOUR AREA OF SPECIALTY ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT THAT WILL BENEFIT FUTURE PATIENTS? Wearables (like Apple watches) are still in their infancy. When totally embraced, they will keep us all more honest with our daily habits (Just keep them away from the government). YOUR THOUGHTS ON UNIVERSAL HEALTHCARE IN SIX WORDS OR LESS: Personal health remains an individual responsibility. THE SOCALLED FAUCI EFFECT (MORE INTEREST IN HEALTHCARE CAREERS, SPURRED BY COVID-19) SAW AN 18 PERCENT INCREASE IN MEDICAL SCHOOL APPLICANTS IN 2021. WHAT WILL THIS MEAN FOR FUTURE PATIENTS? Bless St. Fauci. Wonderful for medicine and patients alike. STUDYING MEDICINE THEN VS. NOW: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? Like everything, the past seems simpler. And yet we pioneered so many advances that have helped humanity. Who knows what the future will hold!

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