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At what age do doctors stop doing surgery?

According to the American College of Surgeons, there is no mandatory retirement age for doctors in the U.S., meaning decisions are based on individual fitness rather than chronological years. This approach applies directly to the question, "At what age do doctors stop doing surgery?", as the focus is on a surgeon's competence, not their birthday.

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At what age is surgery not recommended? Separating myths from medical realities

More than a third of all surgeries in U.S. hospitals are performed on people aged 65 and over. This fact challenges the common misconception that advanced age is an automatic barrier, yet many still ask: **At what age is surgery not recommended?** The answer is not a number, but a comprehensive assessment of individual health.

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