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Surgery Prep Episodes

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Jan. 21, 2026

Healing Better and Faster with Prehabilitation Expert Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt

Functional medicine expert and plastic surgeon Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt explains prehabilitation: how to actually prepare your body and mind for surgery so you heal better and faster. From protein-loading (not starving) to supplements that support recovery without increasing bleeding risk, get the real roadmap to a smoother surgical experience. Follow Dr. Knackstedt on Instagram @surgical_recovery and @rknackstedtmdphd Learn more about Duke plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Rebecca Knackst...