When it comes to picking a surgeon, experience is obviously key. But Dr. Jay Shah, a urologic oncologist at Stanford Medicine, says you shouldn’t simply ask surgeons how many operations they’ve performed – because volume is not necessarily the best indicator of the right surgeon for you. On the other hand, you don’t want a surgeon who is inexperienced. Ultimately, Dr. Shah recommends going with your gut and choosing someone you feel you can trust.
How to Choose a Surgeon – Does Volume Matter?
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How to Choose a Surgeon – Does Volume Matter?
When it comes to picking a surgeon, experience is obviously key. But Dr. Jay Shah, a urologic oncologist at Stanford Medicine, says you shouldn’t simply ask surgeons how many operations they’ve performed – because volume is not necessarily the best indicator of the right surgeon for you. On the other hand, you don’t want a surgeon who is inexperienced. Ultimately, Dr. Shah recommends going with your gut and choosing someone you feel you can trust.
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