Second Lives, Second Chances

A Surgeon's Stories of Transformation

By: Donald R., M.D. Laub

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Hardcover | 2 April 2019

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200 Pages

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21.59 x 13.97 x 2.03

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The engrossing memoir of a plastic and reconstructive surgeon involved in groundbreaking and life-changing procedures.

Through his work in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Donald Laub changed the lives of thousands of people who had been shunned by society. Dr. Laub's influence fostered the development of three key areas in the surgical profession: pioneering and influencing international humanitarian medical missions in the developing world, being at the forefront of gender affirmation surgery for transgender people since 1968, and the education and training of more than 50 plastic and reconstructive surgeons.

His unstinting efforts to surgically correct cleft palates gave new lives to thousands of children in developing countries. As one of the original surgeons to perform gender affirmation surgery, Laub not only continually improved on his methods, but he also became a tireless advocate for the rights of transgender people. His non-profit foundation (Interplast, now called ReSurge International) has sent thousands of multidisciplinary teams to perform transformative and reconstructive surgery in the developing world.

Second Lives, Second Chances is more than just a memoir; it's a testament to how the determination of one person can bring others together to make a lasting difference in the world.

About the Author

Dr. Donald Laub was chief of plastic surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine from 1968 to 1980 before entering private practice. Dr. Laub lives in Redwood City, California.

Industry Reviews

“Second Lives, Second Chances is a concise and personable introduction to the field of plastic surgery with a well-appreciated focus on its intersections with international humanitarian work and transgender health. Dr. Laub succeeds in exploring the controversies and joys of both sub-fields, and renders the text especially suited to trainees and early health professionals interested in incorporating multiple professional paths into their careers.” — Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine

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