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2021-09-30

Day 1: How My Doctor Missed My Breast Cancer Symptoms [Kristen Vengler]

When Kristen noticed her right nipple felt different, her first thought was "what the F is this?" Her second thought was that her life was about to change. So she did what everyone does in this situation... she jumped out of the shower, went to Google, and diagnosed herself with a rare form of breast cancer called Paget’s Disease. But Google’s never right about these things, so a few days later when the radiologist suggested a biopsy for Paget’s, shit got real. Overnight, life became a tightly-woven schedule of appointments wedged between work: a biopsy, an MRI, a colonoscopy, and a million different labs and scans leading up to the first chemo treatment. As a single woman with limited resources, Kristen had no choice but to advocate for herself, quickly figuring out the magic words to use with her healthcare providers to move the process along faster and start treatment sooner. In this episode recorded on her first day of chemo, Kristen tells us what’s happened so far, including why her mammogram didn’t catch the tumor, what made her cry and what made her throw up at the first chemo appointment, and how nearly taking her own life a year earlier prepared her to confront breast cancer with strength and courage instead of defeat. From the awful moment in the shower through the last day of radiation and beyond — this is Kristen’s breast cancer story, told in real time. Subscribe to our newsletter here: https://breastcancerstories.substack.com/subscribe Meet Kristen’s doctors: surgical oncologist Dr. Louis Rivera (https://www.scripps.org/physicians/31924-louis-rivera?tab=overview),hematologist and oncologist Dr. Sonia Ali, (https://www.scripps.org/physicians/8669-dr-sonia-ali?tab=overview) plastic surgeon Dr. Salvatore Pacella (https://www.drpacella.com/), and radiation oncologists Dr. Anuradha Koka (https://www.scripps.org/physicians/4516-anuradha-koka-md?tab=overview) and Dr. Kenneth T. Shimizu. (https://www.scripps.org/physicians/5313-kenneth-shimizu) The most wonderful restaurant there is, Flower Child (https://www.iamaflowerchild.com/) About Breast Cancer Stories Breast Cancer Stories follows Kristen Vengler, a 56 year old single empty nester in San Diego, from her diagnosis of hormone positive breast cancer through chemotherapy, mastectomy & breast reconstruction, radiation, and whatever happens after that. In 2020, Kristen moved from Austin to San Diego to be near family and start her life over after a life-shattering workplace trauma. A few months later she had that terrifying moment in the shower we all hope we never have. From her breast cancer diagnosis, through chemotherapy, breast reconstruction, and radiation, we experience each new milestone as it happens. This podcast is about what happens when you have breast cancer, told in real time. Support the show by sharing online, writing a review, or donating at https://www.breastcancerstoriespodcast.com/p/donate/ Host and Executive Producer: Eva Sheie Co-Host: Kristen Vengler Editor and Audio Engineer: Daniel Croeser Theme Music: Them Highs and Lows, Bird of Figment Story Editor: Mary Ellen Clarkson Assistant Producer: Hannah Burkhart Cover Art Designer: Shawn Hiatt Breast Cancer Stories is a production of The Axis. PROUDLY MADE IN AUSTIN, TEXAS

2021-09-30

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37 min
MAY 13

Bye-Bye Saggy Skin: Best Non-Surgical Tightening, Bald Spot Taboos, and Kris Jenner’s $300K Regret

Searches for “sagging skin” jumped almost 170% in a year, which is why your TikTok feed is suddenly full of non-surgical facelifts, lasers, and machines promising tight skin without a scalpel. Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down what actually works — Renuvion, Morpheus 8, Ultherapy, laser, microneedling, microcoring — and which ones are oversold marketing. We get into Kris Jenner’s $300K facelift regret and why a year-old filtered photo set unrealistic expectations for everyone, Nikki Glaser’s Hulu labia routine, and the male plastic surgery procedure nobody wants to admit to. Plus a rapid-fire myth-or-fact round on whether one Renuvion treatment is really enough, why FDA-approved doesn’t mean a device works, and why doing all this in your 30s won’t save you from a facelift later. Meet La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus Trending stories: Hulu, Good Girl, Nikki Glaser comedy special The Hollywood Reporter, Knives Out: Celebrities Reveal Plastic Surgery Secrets — But One Procedure Still Taboo The List, Kris Jenner's Facelift Failure Has Reportedly Left Her Fuming Over These Stunning Celeb Makeovers Allure, Kris Jenner’s Facelift Is Apparently Now “Slipping” AOL, Comedian Katherine Ryan Reveals Insane Quote She Got For A Facelift From Kris Jenner's Plastic Surgeon TMZ, Helena Bonham Carter Drops Out of 'White Lotus' Days After Filming Begins New Beauty Awards 2025, Best Minimally Invasive Skin Tightener Questions answered by this episode: What is the best non-surgical skin tightening device?How does Renuvion work and is it really non-invasive?What’s the difference between Morpheus 8 and regular microneedling?Is laser skin tightening safe for darker skin tones?Why is Kris Jenner unhappy with her $300K facelift?How much should a facelift actually cost?Does Ultherapy really tighten skin without surgery?Can skin tightening treatments replace a facelift?Is it safe to get plastic surgery in Mexico?Does FDA-approved actually mean a skin tightening device works?Hosted by San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and her trusty sidekick scrub tech Bri, this is a podcast for women who have always wished they had a slightly snarky, super experienced, and totally unintimidating female plastic surgeon as their BFF to help sort through the what, where, and why of the available cosmetic treatment options. All the B’s covers aesthetics and plastic surgery through the lens of trending pop culture stories and celebrity gossip. Who are the B’s? The all-female team working closely with Dr. Gallus every day at Restore SD Plastic Surgery in La Jolla, California. Getting plastic surgery is a big deal, and they go the extra mile to make sure you feel super comfortable and know exactly what’s going on. To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to restoresdplasticsurgery.com Follow Dr. Gallus and the team on Instagram @restoresdplasticsurgery Watch Dr. Gallus and Bri on YouTube @restoresdplasticsurgery7487 Got a question for us? Send us a message or leave us a voicemail at itsthebs.com Co-hosts: Dr. Katerina Gallus & Brianna Lempe Producers: Eva Sheie & Mary Ellen Clarkson Engineering: Victoria Cheng Theme music: Rear View, Nbhd Nick Cover Art: Dan Childs All the B’s is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

May 13

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53 min
2025-09-05

Replacing one addiction with another?

While working on a project about addiction, Eva realizes she went from drinking and smoking to a food addiction. But she’s not even sure what her “thing” is now, which is… a little terrifying. Meanwhile, Kami loses some weight—not exactly from a wellness plan, but courtesy of stress and no sleep. Hey, a win’s a win. Eva + Kami are two old-ish moms with little kids confronting our reasons for being obese while losing weight on semaglutide and roasting our past selves. Sarcasm is our happy place. Are you confronting the same challenges? We’d love to hear your story. Send an email to podcasts@theaxis.io. To help others find great resources for GLP-1 medical weight loss programs, our new list of trusted semaglutide and tirzepatide providers is live & updated regularly at lessofyou.com To learn more about sponsoring this or for details on advertising opportunities on our cosmetic surgery and weight loss podcasts, request more info at theaxis.io. Follow us on Instagram @lessofyoupodcast Co-hosts: Eva Sheie & Kami Gamlem Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart Engineering: Spencer Clarkson Theme music: Old Grump, Smartface Less of You is a production of The Axis

2025-09-05

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17 min
APR 28

A Lesson in Trusting Your Surgeon: Ella’s Breast Augmentation

Most patients walk into a breast augmentation consultation hoping to leave with answers. Ella walked in with research, reference photos, and a clear vision — and then made the deliberate decision to trust her plastic surgeon’s judgment in the operating room. Born and raised on Oahu and a self-described petite, very active person, Ella spent over a year researching plastic surgeons in Hawaii and San Diego before booking a consultation at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre with Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes. Six weeks post-op, she walks us through every step — from the research that led her to LJCSC, to her first time ever going under anesthesia, to the moment Dr. Salazar quietly chose a different implant size for her in the operating room. Find out how she landed on 220cc Allergan Natrelle implants after sizing 265cc, why she’s describing her closet as “a brand-new wardrobe with all the same clothes,” and the one thing she wishes more first-time surgical patients understood about being mentally ready. Links Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes Learn more about breast augmentation Questions answered by this episode Does breast augmentation hurt?How long does breast augmentation recovery take?Is breast augmentation worth it?How do you choose a plastic surgeon for breast augmentation?How do you decide what size breast implants to get?When can you exercise after breast augmentation?What size implants are best for a petite frame?Should you tell people you’re getting breast augmentation?What are Allergan Natrelle implants?What is the day of breast augmentation surgery like?About this podcast Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, the 12x winner of the San Diego’s Best Union-Tribune Readers Poll, global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice, and the 2025 winner of Best Cosmetic Surgery Group in San Diego Magazine’s Best of San Diego Awards. Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside LJCSC, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty. La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus. To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSC Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmeticSurgeryCentre The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io Theme music: Busy People, SOOP

Apr 28

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33 min
2024-03-07

Breast Augmentation Recovery: Plastic Surgeon Explains What To Expect

It might be your first time getting a breast augmentation, but it’s by no means our first time! From your first phone call to your pre-op appointment, we tell you exactly what to expect so there are no surprises. Filling us in on all things breast surgery, Dr. Hector Salazar shares all there is to know about breast augmentation recovery, from how long you’ll need to be away from work and the gym to how much pain you'll be in and how it’s managed. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes View breast augmentation before and after photos Read our plastic surgery recovery guide Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside La Jolla Cosmetic, the 20x winner of the Best of San Diego and global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice. Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty. La Jolla Cosmetic is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus. To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSC Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube @LaJollaCosmetic The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

2024-03-07

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39 min
MAR 27

Why you shouldn’t go off meds

Kami goes off her GLP-1, stops her thyroid meds, and gains back 25 lbs. After 3 months of Eva being angry for no reason, it turns out she just needs hormones. Eva + Kami are two old-ish moms with little kids confronting our reasons for being obese while losing weight on semaglutide and roasting our past selves. Sarcasm is our happy place. Are you confronting the same challenges? We’d love to hear your story. Send an email to podcasts@theaxis.io. To help others find great resources for GLP-1 medical weight loss programs, our new list of trusted semaglutide and tirzepatide providers is live & updated regularly at lessofyou.com To learn more about sponsoring this or for details on advertising opportunities on our cosmetic surgery and weight loss podcasts, request more info at theaxis.io. Follow us on Instagram @lessofyoupodcast Co-hosts: Eva Sheie & Kami Gamlem Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart Engineering: Victoria Cheng Theme music: Old Grump, Smartface Less of You is a production of The Axis

Mar 27

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31 min
2025-11-14

I took a 4 week break from semaglutide and here’s what happened

Eva gets ghosted in the middle of an important situation and spirals for a day. Kami stops her meds and finds out what it feels like to be hungry again after two years. Check out Murderland: Crime and Bloodlust in the Time of Serial Killers Shop Shapermint Eva + Kami are two old-ish moms with little kids confronting our reasons for being obese while losing weight on semaglutide and roasting our past selves. Sarcasm is our happy place. Are you confronting the same challenges? We’d love to hear your story. Send an email to podcasts@theaxis.io. To help others find great resources for GLP-1 medical weight loss programs, our new list of trusted semaglutide and tirzepatide providers is live & updated regularly at lessofyou.com To learn more about sponsoring this or for details on advertising opportunities on our cosmetic surgery and weight loss podcasts, request more info at theaxis.io. Follow us on Instagram @lessofyoupodcast Co-hosts: Eva Sheie & Kami Gamlem Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart Engineering: Victoria Cheng Theme music: Old Grump, Smartface Less of You is a production of The Axis This episode includes AI-generated content.

2025-11-14

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37 min
JAN 29

Special List #13: A CEO’s Proven Blueprint for Dental Partnerships That Last with Dr. Jeffrey Burch

From Army infantry to dental empire, Dr. Jeffrey Burch explains his formula for building a team that actually sticks. He’s a periodontist, former Army infantry soldier, and the CEO of Burch Dental Partners, overseeing 15 practices and 23 dentists. His “Team Never Sell” model focuses on long-term partnerships instead of flipping practices, with retention rates far above industry averages. Culture is the engine behind it all. Dr. Burch built his group on four core values—commitment to excellence, humble and hungry to grow, effective communication, and winning attitude—which guide every decision from hiring to leadership development to knowing when to part ways. He lays out a clear path to partnership, built on careful recruiting, hands-on onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing business and clinical training. Hear how investing early helps associates grow into confident, aligned owners. Find out how to spot the right partners, create offers doctors actually want, and build a team that’s in it for the long haul. GUEST Jeffrey Burch, DMD CEO, CFO, and CIO of Burch Dental Partners and Managing Partner of Featherstone Periodontics & Implant Dentistry Jeff is a board certified periodontist with over 20 years of experience in innovative modern dental surgery such as LANAP, Pinhole therapy, advanced bone grafting, and dental implant therapy to replace one or all teeth. Dr. Burch is a happily married man. His wife is a GP Dentist and they have 2 boys together ages 9 and 16. He is a former infantry soldier in the US Army with service in combat zones overseas. He is an entrepreneur at his core with a special focus on businesses that serve people. His business has a buy and hold strategy and is on “Team Never Sell.” Learn more about Burch Dental Partners Connect with Dr. Burch on LinkedIn Got a question for Dr. Burch? Email him at jeffreyburchdental@gmail.com The Special Lists, presented by Referral Lab, is the podcast for dentists and dental specialists. Running a dental practice isn’t easy, and if you’re in private practice, it can sometimes feel like you’re on an island. That’s why finding your people—those who’ve been in your shoes and can share real, lived experience—changes the game. Referral Lab was built specifically for dental specialists, helping you track, manage, and convert every referral. It’s about improving case acceptance, boosting team performance, and strengthening relationships with referring providers so your whole practice runs smarter. This spirit of connection fuels The Special Lists podcast. Hosted by the team behind Referral Lab, we bring you wisdom from practice owners and dental professionals, sharing the wins, mistakes, and lessons that shape how they run their businesses today. Got a question for us? Send us a message at speciallists.com Transform your referral workflow with Referral Lab, the purpose-built platform for dental specialists to track, manage and convert every referral. Request a demo at referrallab.io Cameron Full Co-Founder of Referral Lab Cameron Full, co-founder of Referral Lab, is a strategic problem-solver with expertise in business management and digital solutions. He combines leadership, creativity, and technology to drive success across various industries. Connect with Cameron on LinkedIn Jason Souyias, DDS Periodontist and Co-Founder of Referral Lab Dr. Jason Souyias is a periodontist, educator, and co-founder of Referral Lab software. He teaches dentists and hygienists, including as a Pikos Institute faculty member. In his Port Huron private practice, he's known for excellent patient communication and experience. He's passionate about his work and dedicated to helping other dentists. More about Port Huron, Michigan periodontist Dr. Jason Souyias Michael Seda, DMD, MS Periodontist and Co-Developer of Referral Lab A clinician and entrepreneur, Dr. Seda brings 19 years of private practice experience to his periodontal and implant surgery practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dr. Seda’s interests are rooted in evaluating and influencing private practice management systems in dentistry. He wants to increase practice efficiency, establish a greater sense of collaboration and trust among practice team members, and enhance quality of care and service delivered—all while maximizing and growing profitability. Through associateship opportunities early in his career, Dr. Seda was exposed to various private practice leadership and business models. He witnessed first-hand inconsistencies in the degree of success and failure owners experienced in private practices. This ignited his passion for learning what empowers practices to thrive and grow successfully while delivering a highly satisfying patient experience. He is particularly interested in using cutting-edge analytics platforms to measure advanced practice metrics. He leverages these to design data-driven strategies to enhance referral patterns, scheduling systems, case acceptance rates, and other key performance indicators that lead to practice growth and patient satisfaction. His education spans several disciplines, including a degree in Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles, a Doctorate degree from Harvard University (DMD), and a Master’s degree in Periodontics and Oral Medicine from Columbia University. More about Bay Area periodontist Dr. Michael Seda Follow Dr. Seda on Instagram @sedaperio Co-hosts: Cameron Full, Jason Souyias, DDS & Michael Seda, DDS Producer: Eva Sheie @ The Axis Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart Engineering: Cameron Laird Theme music: Papa Funk, spring gang Cover Art: Dan Childs The Special Lists is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

Jan 29

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50 min
APR 22

Why Your Consult Experience Is Your Best Marketing Tool

Patients only retain a fraction of what they hear in a consultation. That gap is where deposits stall, phone calls pile up, and confidence erodes between the consult and the operating room. Closing that gap isn't about talking more — it's about giving patients something they can take home, share with their family, and come back to. A Nextech user from day one, Dr. Michael McCracken is a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon who uses TouchMD to draw directly on patient photos during consults, assigns pre-op and post-op “homework” — including short videos he records himself — and gives patients a HIPAA-compliant way to keep the conversation going at home with their spouse or partner. They also get into why photo quality is the real calling card of an aesthetic practice today, how to structure educational videos patients will actually watch, and what consistent consult and post-op systems do for closing rates, phone volume, and patient trust. Questions answered by this episode: How do plastic surgeons use TouchMD during patient consultations?How can aesthetic practices reduce repetitive patient phone calls after surgery?What is the best way to educate patients before and after a cosmetic procedure?How long should patient education videos be for an aesthetic practice?Why are before-and-after photos so important for plastic surgery marketing?How can I share before-and-after photos without violating HIPAA?What is an oculoplastic surgeon?How much do patients actually remember from a consultation?How can I show a patient what their surgical result will look like?What makes a high-quality patient photograph in an aesthetic practice?Michael S. McCracken, MD, FACS Oculoplastic Surgeon, McCracken Eye and Face Institute Dr. Michael McCracken is a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon and Castle Connolly Top Doctor based in the Denver area. With more than 10,000 cosmetic eyelid procedures under his belt, he is widely considered Colorado’s foremost fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon. Dr. McCracken has been in solo practice for 18 years and has been a Nextech user from day one. He also serves as an assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and trains ASOPRS fellows in his operating room. Connect with Dr. McCracken on LinkedIn Learn more about McCracken Eye and Face Institute About Aesthetically Speaking Aesthetically Speaking is presented by Nextech — the practice management and EHR platform built for aesthetic specialties. Nextech gives practice owners, managers, and their teams the tools to run a modern, efficient aesthetic practice, from patient engagement and marketing to clinical documentation and reporting. Request a demo at nextech.com/request-demo

Apr 22

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20 min
2025-01-02

Big Wins and Big Losses with GLP-1s for Weight Loss

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. G and Bri break down all there is to know about weight loss meds, from what to expect during a consultation to why a plastic surgery office is the place to go for them. They also share their own personal experiences with these meds: the benefits, the side effects, and how their cravings have done a total 180. Dr. G & Bri cover: The differences between semaglutide and tirzepatide The headache of medication shortages Risks of unregulated compounding pharmacies Why medical oversight makes all the difference Bonus perks of weight loss meds (beyond the scale)What happens if you overindulge while on these medsThe importance of sourcing meds from legit providersWhy lab work is a must before you startWhether you need to stay on the meds after reaching your goalTips for managing loose skin after weight lossLearn more about our prescription weight loss program Trending stories: Forbes, Plastic Surgeons Predict The Top Aesthetic Procedures For 2025 Yahoo, "I Went To The Wrong Guy To Put My Face Back Together": 7 Male Celebrities Who Opened Up About Their Cosmetic Surgery Regrets Weight loss-related articles: Daily Mail, Demand for Ozempic and Wegovy will soar in New Year - as people keen to lose weight say they'll enjoy one final festive feast before starting obesity drugs Daily Mail, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Brooks Nader admits she 'really liked' Ozempic ScienceNews, The benefits of Ozempic and its kin may extend far beyond weight loss Links Learn more about our prescription weight loss program Hosted by plastic surgeon San Diego expert Dr. Kat Gallus and her trusty sidekick scrub tech Bri, this is a podcast for women who have always wished they had a slightly snarky, super experienced, and totally unintimidating female plastic surgeon as their BFF to help sort through the what, where, and why of the available cosmetic treatment options. All the B’s covers aesthetics and plastic surgery through the lens of trending pop culture stories and celebrity gossip. Who are the B’s? The all-female team working closely with Dr. Gallus every day at Restore SD Plastic Surgery in La Jolla, California. Getting plastic surgery is a big deal, and they go the extra mile to make sure you feel super comfortable and know exactly what's going on. To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to restoresdplasticsurgery.com Follow San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and the team on Instagram @restoresdplasticsurgery Watch Dr. Gallus and Bri on YouTube @restoresdplasticsurgery7487 Got a question for us? Send us a message or leave us a voicemail at itsthebs.com Co-hosts: Dr. Katerina Gallus & Brianna Lempe Producer: Eva Sheie Assistant Producers: Mary Ellen Clarkson & Hannah Burkhart Engineering: Aron Devereaux Theme music: Rear View, Nbhd Nick Cover Art: Dan Childs All the B’s is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

2025-01-02

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1h 6m

Known for real time storytelling, The Axis is the first and only podcast studio dedicated to helping people make confident, informed decisions in medical aesthetics, plastic, and reconstructive surgery.