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Fortunately, I am a surgeon who has not had a high rate of complications, but nobody’s rate is zero. I have vivid memories of the moment when I ruptured the posterior capsule for the first time.
I still remember the patient’s name and how stressful it was to counsel her afterward and talk with her family. Your first complication out of training really leaves an impression on you. As time went on and I (Read more...)