Destination surgery

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Dr Lucienne van Schalkwyk highlights factors to consider if you are having surgery away from home, whether out of necessity, or by choice.

This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support.

Dr Lucienne van Schalkwyk is a general surgeon with a special interest in breast surgery. Her practice manages the entire spectrum of benign and malignant breast disease, and her specific interests include breast-conserving surgery and oncoplastic surgical techniques.
2 Dec 2024 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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