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Second Lives, Second Chances: A Surgeon's Stories of Transformation

von Donald R. Laub

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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 over 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."--… (mehr)

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Diese Rezension wurde für LibraryThing Early Reviewers geschrieben.

The story this book tells, about a plastic surgeon who traveled the world to help reconstruct the poor who needed plastic surgery, is quite interesting. Later, the doctor became interested and then a pioneer in transgender surgery, matching the body to match the mind. This is a bit surprising, not only because he was early in the field but also because his is a religious background. I applaud the doctor's good works, although he did use the phrase “psychic income” a little too often.

What I didn't like is that despite his generous and kind work for humans, he experimented on live dogs, pigs, cats, and chimps. And who knows what else? He shows no compassion or empathy for these animals. I cannot understand how one can have compassion, even hubris-led compassion, for humans and none for sentient animals. I know many will not agree with me on this.

The writing is clear. It's not outstanding, but it does tell his story, and again, I applaud all his work with indigent and/or marginalized people, but I rather expect I would not enjoy his company. (

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TooBusyReading | May 29, 2019 |

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I really enjoyed this book, both the story of Interplast and Laub’s place in transgender surgery. I was a surgery (CNOR) RN and on 5 surgery missions with Interplast/Resurge. It changed my life and the way I view the world. It was interesting to learn about the beginnings of Interplast and what it has evolved into today. His description of trans people and the surgeries they choose or choose not to do were informative. He has helped a lot of people get to be comfortable in their own skin. (

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marilynsantiago | Apr 5, 2019 |

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I have been interested in Interplast for many years; known and worked with doctors and nurses who have volunteered for many trips. I knew there had been a major change in direction but didn't know exactly what happened. Thanks to this book, I now know. Totally new information was that Dr. Laub, in addition to his great work with facial deformities through out the world was also a pioneer in gender confirmation surgery. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and his insights into the difficulties in such work; medically, politically, and emotionally. The breezy tone was easy to read and it also reinforced my belief that surgeons, particularly plastic and neuro, need to have pretty big egos to do the work they do and to take the risks that they do.

herzogm | Apr 1, 2019 |

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I found this book lively and genuine. I learned some things and enjoyed Laub’s humorous touches even though I sometimes cringed while reading a description of a gruesome surgery. Chapter 12 was my favorite in which he describes some fascinating characters he’s come across over the years.

Early on I thought it would be a good book club selection, but in the end I did not find in it the layered complexity that leads to engaged discussions. It seems more suited for potential donors who are supporting the work of his charity ReSurge. (

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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 over 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."--

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