1. What impressed you the most about Dr. Lovvorn's talk and slides?
2. Could you see yourself as a surgeon? as a pediatric surgeon? as both a surgeon and a researcher?
3. How do you think Dr. Lovvorn deals with the sad cases that he sees day in and day out?
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It was amazing to hear Dr. Lovvorn describe each surgery. I was particularly fascinated by the case where the esophagus never fully formed. Instead of being one tube, it was two tubes that attached to the trachea but never met. He was able to connect the two ends and create a functional esophagus.
While I can see myself as a surgeon, I do not think I could do pediatrics. It would be difficult not to get attached to your adorable patients. I would, however, like to do some research in addition to surgery. I admire Dr. Lovvorn not only because he "fixes" problems, but also because he is researching how to prevent them.
Dr. Lovvorn truly impressed me when he described some of the surgeries he had performed. Most were very meticulous and required a great amount of experience. I could see myself in his position some day. Even though his job as a pediatric surgeon requires much sacrifice, I believe it would be very rewarding when successful.
I was impressed by how interested and passionate Dr. Lovvorn seemed by his particular profession. He really seemed to love what he does, which is not the case with everyone. I was also impressed by the rarity of the defects and disorders and how so many come to Vanderbilt for treatment. The high tech surgical machinery also impressed and intimidated me! I hope I could work something like that!
I do not think I could perform surgery with a clear conscience. I don't really want to control people's destinies that completely. I wouldn't want to think that my slightest twitch or a sneeze could maim someone. It takes an extremely confident and courageous person to become a surgeon, but I think I will use my talents in a different field. I think that after dealing with so many tragic cases and losing so many patients Dr. Lovvorn doesn't feel as much as unexposed people do. I am sure he still feels terrible when a child cannot recover, but dealing with death on a weekly/monthly basis numbs your emotions. I think not seeing the child's face really helps to, it makes you less emotional and more competent and prepared to do what is necessary.
Just to begin my post, I must say that this was my favorite part of the day. Being a topic I am greatly interested in, this part of the day was very appealing to me. I was impressed with the new technology incorporated. The laproscopic technology is hard to put in perspective the size instruments being so slightly and delicately handled by the surgeon. I could definately see myself as a pediatric surgeon, even for extended periods of time. I'm not so sure about the researching aspects of his work though. Having a mom who also has to deal with the pain and stress of patients lost to the diseases, I know that what generally helps is to realize and confide in the fact that he/she did everything in his capabilities to save the patient. Also, it's easy to focus on the few that you may lose, but thinking of those you save can clear your mind and the ones lost only remind you to work harder and know more so that you can work even more effectively to save a child's life.
Dr. Lovvorn's talk was very illuminating in that it gave us a sample of what he sees as a pediatric surgeon. His slideshow was immensely helpful because it gave actual pictures of the procedures he was discussing. I was impressed by the use of the laparoscope and small incisions in most procedures.
I could definitely see myself as a surgeon, maybe a pediatric surgeon. I don't think I could be a researcher also, mostly because research doesn't really interest me unless I am researching something I am passionate about.
I was definitely intrigued by Dr. Lovvorn's talk because I am seriously considering becoming a surgeon, and to see the variety and complexity of his caseload helped to confirm my interests even more. The fact that he takes on such difficult cases and does his own research to learn more about the causes of diseases, particularly the cause of Wilm's tumors, goes to show the dedication and commitment that it takes to become a truly great doctor and surgeon.
Dr. Lovvorn seems to be a multi-faceted person. He really impressed me when he talked about coupling research with an already busy life of a surgeon. I could definitely see myself as a surgeon. While I want to do surgery, pediatric surgery is not my favorite. Dr. Lovvorn probably lives in understanding that he can only do so much. He sees his research as a way of finding answers to his questions.
I think it was an awesome experience in watching Dr. Lovvorn's slideshow and just marveling in the shock-factor of the pictures. While I can see myself as a surgeon, it was difficult to distinguish one organ form the next, evaluate how to approach a difficult problem, and not get attached all at the same time. It was so impressive listening to all of the surgeries that he has performed and the incredible training in which he went about to get where he is today.
Seeing as I probably am not going to pursue a career in medicine, I don't really feel like I could be a surgeon, however, Dr. Lovvorn's job does seem very interesting. I am not entirely sure how he deals with sad cases but I'm sure after many years of dealing with these cases profesionalism would kick in.
I was absent during this part of the program but I did shadow Dr. Lovorrn and he explained everything that was going on step by step during the procedure. I was really interested in his Wilm's tumor study and it was really amazing to watch him perate on a patient.
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