MERIDIAN, Idaho (CBS2) — Survivor has announced the 18 new castaways competing on the 43rd Edition, and joining them is Idaho resident, Mike Gabler.
Originally from Texas, now living in Idaho, 52-year-old Mike Gabler is a heart valve specialist.
"Working in the operating room under high stress, I think is the perfect way to prepare yourself for Survivor," Gabler said.
Gabler has been working in the operating room for 20 years. He emphasized that even though he may look intimidating, he has a heart of gold and cares about people.
Despite Gabler's kind nature, he recognized that in order to win Survivor, you have to be a little ruthless.
"A good friend will stab you in the front, so I hope I'm that good friend that can just, you know, take everyone out one by one with a smile."
