From Above Knee Amputee to Physician with Dr. Bastas
Beyond the Disability · Janice Brown
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Show Notes
In today's Episode, Janice Brown talks with Dr. Bastas. Dr. Bastas had an amputation when he was 17 years old. However, that didn't stop him from going to medical school and becoming a doctor. Dr. Bastas shares his story and advice.
Conversation Highlights:
{00:41} Intro to Dr. Bastas
{06:20} Complications from the treatment
{09:00} getting the recommendation to have an amputation at age 17
{11:28} Moving to the states, culture shock
{18:00} Living with the disability, having a good attitude
{23:00} Life in medical school
{28:00} Devices to use for limb loss and what he doing now.
{37:00} Advice
Resources:
betterhealthandrehab.com