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    I bought a do it yourself brain surgery kit on ebay the other day.

    Any ideas on how to get a licence? oh, and any volunteers I need to practice
    Last edited by ducati; 14-Mar-10 at 05:43.

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    What ???

    Americans hey !
    Live the dream, don't dream the life

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    Quote Originally Posted by ducati View Post
    I bought a do it yourself brain surgery kit on ebay the other day.

    Any ideas on how to get a licence? oh, and any volunteers I need to practice
    Brain surgery can be a most rewarding hobby and unlike other forms of surgery you don't need a lot of expensive equipment. Dramatic results can be obtained with the most basic of tools, a scalpel or craft knife, a drill electric or hand, a well honed 2" chisel and 2 lb hammer, a few needles and a bit of waxed thread and if you are performing brain surgery for fun or to supplement your income you are ready to go.

    Of course like all other crafts you won't be expert right away The brain is very complicated and it's best to read up on which bits should go back where before you start and stick to the simpler operations like the removal of tumours to start with, don't expect to be doing a lobotomy on your first attempt.

    I can strongly recommend this book for further reading:

    http://www.amazon.com/yourself-brain.../dp/0891042644

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    Quote Originally Posted by fred View Post
    Brain surgery can be a most rewarding hobby and unlike other forms of surgery you don't need a lot of expensive equipment. Dramatic results can be obtained with the most basic of tools, a scalpel or craft knife, a drill electric or hand, a well honed 2" chisel and 2 lb hammer, a few needles and a bit of waxed thread and if you are performing brain surgery for fun or to supplement your income you are ready to go.

    Of course like all other crafts you won't be expert right away The brain is very complicated and it's best to read up on which bits should go back where before you start and stick to the simpler operations like the removal of tumours to start with, don't expect to be doing a lobotomy on your first attempt.

    I can strongly recommend this book for further reading:

    http://www.amazon.com/yourself-brain.../dp/0891042644
    Thanks Fred, I got into a bit of a pickle with my first attempt on the missus but I didn't have too many bits left (I'm sure they will come in handy later anyway) She's been a bit quiet but on the upside her cooking has improved.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ducati View Post
    Thanks Fred, I got into a bit of a pickle with my first attempt on the missus but I didn't have too many bits left (I'm sure they will come in handy later anyway) She's been a bit quiet but on the upside her cooking has improved.
    It isn't uncommon to have one or two bits left over, it's a good idea to keep them in an old tea chest just in case they will come in handy in any future operations.

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    I'm using an old tupperware box in the fridge.

    I'm having trouble getting an affordable quote. Can anyone recommend a good broker or specialist medical practitioner insurer?

    I've finally found a use for my Snap-On extendable mirror (£55 off Ebay!) very handy for seeing into all the little nooks and crannys.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ducati View Post
    I've finally found a use for my Snap-On extendable mirror (£55 off Ebay!) very handy for seeing into all the little nooks and crannys.
    I find a DENTIST MIRROR comes in handy... And far cheaper
    Last edited by Leanne; 14-Mar-10 at 10:55.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ducati View Post
    I'm using an old tupperware box in the fridge.

    I'm having trouble getting an affordable quote. Can anyone recommend a good broker or specialist medical practitioner insurer?

    I've finally found a use for my Snap-On extendable mirror (£55 off Ebay!) very handy for seeing into all the little nooks and crannys.
    I think if you look you will have public liability insurance included in your home and contents insurance, most do.

    Remember that alcohol isn't the best form of anaesthetic in this sort of operation, they can take quite some time and patients can wake up before you have finished with embarrassing results. I would read up on the effects of various drugs and gasses they are the better option.

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    Quote Originally Posted by fred View Post
    don't expect to be doing a lobotomy on your first attempt.
    I thought this was the baby steps, knitting needle up the nostrils, job done!

    Worked for me.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Phill View Post
    I thought this was the baby steps, knitting needle up the nostrils, job done!

    Worked for me.
    Hey, that's chapter one in the distance learning course I have signed up for: http://www.Dr Scholl's Non Invasive Cranial Procedure and Fallen Arches Support Course

    And I thought it was just an old wives tail!

    don't follow that link god only knows where it will take you

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