My work is entirely surgical, and Col. Starr has given me a very interesting task of collecting nerve cases that have had the nerves sewn together. I may also do some experimental work for him.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I grew up in a scientific world, the son of a neurosurgeon.
I became a clown when these docs came to the house in Berkeley and asked me to come cheer up kids. I'd just had my third spinal fusion and I was looking for something to take my mind off the pain I was in.
I was fascinated by each area I studied, whether neurology, urology or surgery.
Although surgeons know how to deal with bits of the brain, they don't really know how it works.
Nerves are good. They keep you alive.
I started working with brain sensing tech in labs over a decade ago and was immediately fascinated by the potential to help people peer into the workings and behaviors of their own minds.
I was always interested in curing the brain.
The most nerve-wracking experience is an oral presentation in class. And right under that would be doing 'Saturday Night Live' or 'David Letterman.' One of those shows.
While all doctors treat diseases, neurosurgeons' work is the crucible of identity. Every operation on the brain is, by necessity, a manipulation of the substance of our selves.
Nerves can be useful, as they sharpen you up, make you determined to try your hardest and do your best.
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