One ear changed her life.

At one point Dr. Sturm considered becoming an OBGYN. But it was seeing Dr. Anthony Brissett creating an ear using a rib that set her on the course to becoming a plastic surgeon.

Dr. Brissett eventually became her mentor and friend.

During this conversation, Dr. Sturm sits down with Dr. Brissett to talk about his journey from nursing to specializing in facial plastic surgery.

You’ll learn about the profound impact of his wound healing fellowship on his clinical practice. And the conversation delves into the significance of academic medicine, the influence of social media on body image, and the psychological aspects of plastic surgery.

Key Takeaways

1.) The path to a medical career may not always be direct, and opportunities can arise unexpectedly.

2.) Plastic surgery can have a profound impact on a person's self-image and confidence.

3.) Social media can distort perceptions of beauty and create unrealistic expectations.

4.) Balancing appearance and lifestyle choices is important for overall well-being.

5.) Engaging in medical missions can provide opportunities to make a difference in underserved communities.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Medical Background
01:14 Choosing Medicine and Nursing
03:13 Moving to Houston
04:21 Interest in Wound Healing Fellowship
05:22 Impact of Wound Healing Fellowship on Clinical Practice
06:19 Career Path in Academic Medicine
07:07 Reflections on Career Choices
08:08 Personal Relationships and Support
09:22 Inspiration for Facial Plastic Surgery
10:07 Impact of Plastic Surgery on Self-Image
11:32 Social Media and Body Image
12:52 Psychological Impacts of Plastic Surgery
14:20 Comparison and Realism on Social Media
16:08 Pursuit of Appearance and Lifestyle
19:59 Psychological Challenges in Revision Rhinoplasty
20:37 Understanding the Plastic Surgery Process
21:44 Being a Part of Patients' Journeys
22:25 International Medical Missions
23:47 Involvement in Medical Missions
24:53 Advice for Those Interested in Similar Work
25:52 Closing Remarks and Appreciation

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