This is so sad, to have an access to one of the top surgeons in the world and to be so clueless. So many people won't have that chance, she's lucky and doesn't even realize it.
Well she is following his advice, since she doesn’t know much herself it’s probably the best thing to do in the situation, follow the advice of the experienced professional that does know. Obviously not 100% but I’m sure he has a fair idea of the best thing to do.