Dr. Collier Pace, of Greensboro Plastic Surgery, recently shared a heartfelt Instagram post as part of his Mentor Gratitude series, honoring Dr. Nadia Blanchet. In the video, Dr. Pace reflects on one of her deceptively simple yet powerful lessons: “Turn the pre-op photo upside down.” While a useful technical tip for surgery, it also speaks to the importance of shifting perspective in life. He credits Dr. Blanchet for modeling kindness and compassion in challenging situations, and for her enduring dedication to mentoring residents at VCU—shaping future surgeons with wisdom, humility, and heart.
Thank you Dr. Collier Pace! It has been a pleasure to watch you learn and grow into yourself as a surgeon.