Being a plastic surgeon requires a lot of explaining

A new crop of medical students will begin a residency in plastic surgery this summer. They have worked long and hard to secure these coveted spots. As a service to them and the profession, I wanted to take this opportunity to help make their path a little easier by offering a bit of advice.
When asked what you do, simply say that …
Being a plastic surgeon requires a lot of explaining






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