Bodil Pedersen was shocked to discover that her surgeon had consumed ¾ liter of wine during the kidney transplant operation where she received a kidney from her sister. The incident was reported to the Health Directorate, resulting in the surgeon losing their medical license, which they later regained ten years after the event. Despite the unsettling news, Bodil was focused on her recovery and looked forward to resuming her role as an energetic mother, having been reassured by the professional environment at Rikshospitalet, one of Norway's leading hospitals.

As Bodil prepared for her life-saving surgery, she was unaware of the surgeon's alcohol consumption, which raises significant questions about medical practices and ethics in the healthcare system. Such incidents put patients at risk and can have long-term implications for their recovery. In the state of medical affairs, the concerns about the competency and responsibility of medical professionals highlight the need for rigorous checks and balances that ensure patient safety during critical procedures.

Bodil’s experience resonates with many who have faced similar anxieties regarding surgery under questionable conditions. It emphasizes the crucial need for transparency within the medical community and the essential role of regulatory bodies like the Health Directorate to uphold strict standards in medical practice, ensuring that patient wellbeing is always prioritized, regardless of the surgeon's past mistakes.