Robotic Surgery

HAS THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET HELPED OR HARMED THE WAY PATIENTS SEEK CARE? It has been helpful when people use credible websites and reputable sources. 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? As long the water you drink is clean and safe, make sure you stay well hydrated! #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 30’S REGARDING YOUR SPECIALTY? Regardless of age, robotic surgery is a minimally invasive option for many surgical procedures. MOST MEMORABLE MEDICAL SITUATION? Restaurant restroom in Bernalillo. 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, particularly in rural areas like NM, this means more providers for patients to access healthcare. IF YOU COULD GO BACK IN TIME 25 YEARS AND GIVE YOURSELF ONE PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Wear sunscreen! Avoid age spots. COMPLETE YOUR OWN ENDING TO THE OLD SAYING, “AN APPLE A DAY....” An apple a day will make you rich in antioxidants and fiber! MOST REALISTIC MEDICAL SHOW ON TELEVISION, PAST OR PRESENT? “ER.” ARTIST WHOSE MUSIC WE’D HEAR THE MOST IN YOUR WAITING ROOM: Jack Johnson.