You're listening to the Confident Choice Podcast with me, Dr. Roberto Garcia, a double board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Honest conversations and expert advice about the decisions that make you feel your best.

In this episode Dr. Garcia explains the modern consultation mindset: how informed patients, AI morphs and 3D analysis shape individualized treatment plans, why a result‑driven (not procedure‑driven) approach often means doing less for better outcomes, what questions you should have answered by the end of a consult, and a personal lesson on learning quietly to teach loudly. He also previews next week’s episode on rhinoplasty.

Dr. Roberto Garcia talks with David, owner of Ballantyne Anesthesia, about his journey from tiger trainer to nurse anesthetist and how modern anesthesia works.

They break down levels of anesthesia, differences between providers (CRNAs and AAs), common post-op concerns like nausea and memory fog, and how teams keep patients safe during procedures.

Dr. Roberto Garcia interviews interior designer Lisa Gielincki about how principles of harmony and balance translate between interior design and facial aesthetics. They discuss putting function first, emphasizing one key feature rather than overcorrecting, taking creative risks, and guiding clients toward what truly fits their lives and faces.

The episode also covers mentorship in design, licensing and practical client workflows, a personal story from Dr. Garcia about his father, and a teaser for the next episode on anesthesia with expert David Armstrong.