If you are considering Plastic Surgery, one of the most important decisions is choosing your plastic surgeon. To help inform your
decision, here are six questions you should keep in mind.
Remember, a well qualified, experienced surgeon with an artistic eye is most likely to produce the results you deserve.
Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Is your surgeon a member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery? There is only one board certifying plastic surgeons that is recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialities, that certify almost all other surgery boards. Newsweek Magazine did a study in 1999 and came to the conclusion that the gold standard of plastic surgery is certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Active Member of a Local Hospital
Is your surgeon an active member of a local hospital and a member of the Division of Plastic Surgery? You call your county and you have two hospitals and both have only one plastic surgery division and all members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
These first two considerations do not mean you are going to get an excellent result, these considerations should really serve as baselines for your decision. If these two criteria are not met, you should absolutely keep looking for your plastic surgeon.
Examples of the Surgeon’s Work
If you should remember anything, you should remember this. So, most importantly, have you seen many examples of the surgeon’s work? You should see eight to twelve before and after photos, and meet two to three patients in person. This will trult be your best guiding factor to what your results could and would be.
Surgeon’s Skill with the Latest Techniques, and Technology
Is the Surgeon skilled in the latest advanced cosmetic procedures? There are many fresh advancements in the field of Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. Some allow a surgeon to be more precise, some ensure a greater deal of comfort for the patient. If your surgeon is not up to date with the latest advancement’s in his field, you may be settling for a less, and are unlikely to receive an optimal surgery experience.
Artistic Ability
Does the Surgeon have artistic ability? No matter how technically good a surgeon is, if they are lacking artistic ability, you are not going to be able to get the best results. After all, wouldn’t you feel better off in the hands of someone who can see clearly his and your intentions, and bring your aesthetic desires to light?
Hospital Accredited Surgery Center
Does your surgeon use a hospital accredited surgery center with MD anesthesia? Some places of surgery are accredited just like a hospital operating room, with their own private space, or in a freestanding surgery center on the campus of a nearby hospital. Make sure your plastic surgeon is accredited by the county’s board of plastic surgery, and you’ll be ensuring that you get the optimal care you deserve.
