All Talk with Kevin Dietz

Surgery at 19? The Medical Fight Over Age Limits

Episode Summary

February 19, 2026 ~ Board‑certified plastic surgeon Dr. Mike Busuito joins Rocky Raczkowski to discuss a new statement from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, which advises against gender‑affirming surgeries for individuals under age 19. Dr. Busuito breaks down the medical, ethical, and developmental considerations behind the recommendation and explains why the issue has become a major point of debate in both healthcare and public policy.