Lismore-based surgeon, Sally Butchers, is living proof that you can create a distinguished career as a sought-after surgeon outside the major cities. With a daily commute of less than 15 minutes, and the feeling that she's making a tangible difference to her close-knit local community, Sally is at the peak of her surgical career without sacrificing her lifestyle. Sally shares the words of advice she received from mentors, and why she chose to become a surgeon.

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