Picking a surgeon you trust your back to can be a traumatic decision. We like to think all doctors are fully qualified and competent in their specialties, but we also all know it’s not true. Your regular doctor will probably be the person who picks the first surgeon you see. But it’s important to know you don’t have to stick with the surgeon your doctor picks if he or she fails to meet your expectations. If you have any doubts at all about your surgeon, then you need to find another one. You have the right to have your medical records transferred so it’s not like you’re starting all over again. You should make sure you ask the surgeon any question on your mind. A lot of people get shy around doctors or just accept everything they say without question. Doctors are human too, don’t forget. You need to feel completely comfortable with the person who will be operating on you.