Should I be concerned if my surgeon contacted me asking to take down a question I posted on RealSelf?

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I posted a review about me getting an BA soon, and just asking for advice or any information on the surgery. My surgeon called me this morning to tell me to take it down, it wasn't rude or mean just asking for any info I may need. (It's still posted just under a different doctor) should I be concerned about this? It seemed very childish for him to call me and tell me to remove MY post about MY surgery that I am paying completely out of pocket for

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm not sure I'd be concerned, but I don't see anything wrong with you posting a question and asking for insight.  Perhaps your surgeon felt that he preferred knowing that your questions were answered fully and the post showed maybe they were not?  I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about this.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Typically, the surgeon performing your surgery should be able to answer all of your questions and concerns, therefore they may feel that any of your questions should be directed to them. They have more specific information about your situation and therefore tend to be better equipped to respond.

Tarick K. Smiley, MD · Answer

Your questions you post on real self regarding a breast aug. should not effect the surgeon you choose. It's normal to inquire about this procedure and get opinions and answers from others. This is something I personally  wouldn't have done with one of my patients. I want them to feel comfortable about their procedure. Not sure why he would ask you to remove your post. He may have his own reasons for it.

Joshua B. Hyman, MD · Answer

I would be concerned!. It sounds like the surgeon is upset that you do not trust them despite the fact that you chose to have them perform your surgery. I would suggest getting a couple more consultations as you obviously still have doubts that you are getting the correct information. Make sure you are using a board certified surgeon that specializes in breast surgery.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your surgeon will not be happy to read this post since you called him "childish."  If you want to use this surgeon, please take your posts, including this one, down.  You want to have a good relationship with your surgeon, and some surgeons have fragile egos.

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