Dr. Theo Gerstle on Why Listening Matters More Than Technique in Plastic Surgery
Dr. Theo Gerstle is a plastic surgeon at Lexington Plastic Surgery in Lexington, Kentucky.
What do most patients want when they come to you?
Kentucky, USA, Sep 02, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Most of my patients want to look refreshed, not different. The goal is to help patients feel more confident, while still looking like themselves. People are not looking for a dramatic transformation. They want to feel better about what they see in the mirror without losing who they are.
That starts with a conversation. Every patient is unique. You have to listen first. If you don’t understand what matters to that person, you can’t really help them. A good consultation means understanding goals, concerns, and expectations before talking about procedures.
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