Hello, I’m Dr. Arun Rao, the heart and soul behind Rao Plastic Surgery in Tucson, AZ. My journey in medicine is not just a career; it’s a calling deeply influenced by my diverse educational background and my commitment to my community. After graduating from Northwestern University, I embarked on an enriching medical education journey in Puerto Rico at the Universidad Central del Caribe. This experience not only shaped my medical skills but also deepened my appreciation for diverse cultures and perspectives. My residency at Michigan State University was a period of significant growth, both professionally and personally. Here, I was not only a learner but also a teacher, recognized for my contributions in medical student education. My years at Michigan State were marked by achievements, including top scores on the American Board of Surgery Inservice Training Exam. But more than that, they were years of forming lifelong bonds and a deep-seated commitment to surgical excellence. My subsequent fellowships in burn surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery allowed me to explore the multifaceted world of patient care. At Cook County Hospital in Chicago, one of the nation’s busiest burn centers, I encountered cases that shaped my resilience and empathy. And at the University of Louisville, training under leaders in breast, facial aesthetics, and body contouring,