What to tell boss/friend about sick leave for lipo (so she will leave me alone)?

Every company and every supervisor is different, so it's ultimately your call what you do or don't share with your boss — but know that you're entitled to your privacy and it's OK to not answer an invasive or personal question if it makes you uncomfortable. If your company has a human resources person, speak with him/her about the best way to handle asking for medical leave.

You could tell her exactly what you are having done, or just say something like "surgery" or "revisional surgery". She will probably want to know details. She might want something done as well.

You NEVER have to tell your employers your medical issues/choices. You can say you are having a surgical procedure that requires some recuperation. HIPPA laws say that they cannot ask about your medical issues, and they cannot be disclosed.

“My medical issues are private.”


Best,


Mats Hagstrom, MD

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