The Doctor Who Created an Ear from a Rib and Inspired Dr. Sturm

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 Background01:14 Choosing Medicine and Nursing03:13 Moving to Houston04:21 Interest in Wound Healing Fellowship05:22 Impact of Wound Healing Fellowship on Clinical Practice06:19 Career Path in Academic Medicine07:07 Reflections on Career Choices08:08 Personal Relationships and Support09:22 Inspiration for Facial Plastic Surgery10:07 Impact of Plastic Surgery on Self-Image11:32 Social Media and Body Image12:52 Psychological Impacts of Plastic Surgery14:20 Comparison and Realism on Social Media16:08 Pursuit of Appearance and Lifestyle19:59 Psychological Challenges in Revision Rhinoplasty20:37 Understanding the Plastic Surgery Process21:44 Being a Part of Patients' Journeys22:25 International Medical Missions23:47 Involvement in Medical Missions24:53 Advice for Those Interested in Similar Work25:52 Closing Remarks and Appreciation Subscribe to Beauty Unveiled on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. Schedule a consult with Dr. Sturm HERE. Follow Dr. Sturm on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.