# India's Top Brain Surgeon Admits What No Doctor Ever Will | Dr. Mazda Turel | Cyrus Says

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Podcast: [Cyrus Says](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cyrus-says-173619)
Published: 2026-04-22T00:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when one of India’s leading neurosurgeons sits down with Cyrus Says? You get a conversation that swings between life, death, absurd humor, and unbelievable real-life stories. Dr. Mazda Turel, brain & spine surgeon, author of  Bheja Fry , and someone who has seen the full spectrum of human emotion, shares stories that are equal parts fascinating and bizarre. From patients who defy medical science to stories that sound too crazy to be true, this episode is a rare peek inside the mind of a surgeon. Expect: Wild real-life surgery stories The emotional reality of being a doctor Why humor is essential in medicine The truth about life, death, and everything in between And yes… that Pope story This episode is not just about medicine — it’s about perspective. 🎧 Watch the full episode on Cyrus Says YouTube 🎙️ Also available on all audio streaming platforms See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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