Re surgeons being called "Mister"
I had an appointment to see a consultant urologist about a bladder problem. At reception, I was told I would not be seeing the chap I was expecting but was told I would be seeing Mr Shearer instead. When I was wheeled in I was somewhat confused to see quite an attractive young lady behind the desk. When I asked if I was in the right room, because I was expecting to see Mr Shearer, she laughed and said - "No, I'm Miss Teixera" (a Portuguese name, which sounded just like Mr Shearer). As a surgeon she followed the practice adopted by her male counterparts and referred to herself as Miss. Anyway all went well, and I was so relieved when she told me that surgery would not be required, that when she asked me if I would like her to check my prostate while I was there, I quite happily concurred.
(My prostate was fine as well!)