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This book is a must-read for anyone considering top surgery. Chest masculinization surgery, also known as top surgery, is gender-affirming chest reconstruction that removes breast tissue and sculpts the remaining tissue into what is typically considered a more male-appearing chest. With clear and accessible language, Drake Cameron Sterling has created a blueprint to guide you through this process. You'll learn how to interview surgeons, plan and pay for the procedure, make sound decisions, decrease your anxiety, and ready yourself before, during, and after your top surgery. You'll be empowered to: * Survive the mental health assessment without losing your mind* Improve your chances of hiring the best surgeon for you* Understand top surgery types and techniques* Know what to expect on the day of surgery* Manage drains, binders, and scar therapies* Prepare yourself and your home for optimum physical and emotional recovery With practical tips in every chapter, you'll want to get your highlighter ready.