David L. Mobley, MD
Sarasota Plastic Surgeon
Recent answer posted by David L. Mobley, MD
Q: How do I find the best breast augmentation surgeon? asked by Anonymous
I give frequent educational seminars and this question always comes up. Here are the tips I give to prospective patients:
1. Look for a surgeon board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This should be the big number one. If not, go elsewhere.
2. Find a surgeon who has a focus in aesthetic surgery. You can find this out by asking if they are a member of the Aesthetic Society, also called the ASAPS. In order to be a member you must be board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and prove that you focus is in aesthetic surgery by doing predominantly cosmetic surgery
3. As how many breast augmentations the surgeon does each year. If he does this procedure weekly he probably has the required experience.
4. Ask anyone who will sit still long enough about his/her reputation. Former patients are the best source. Ask you medical doctor or family physician. Ask anyone you think may know him/her. Call the county medical society and the state medical board to check for any complaints or prior disciplinary action.
5. Make sure he has privileges to do the same procedure at a major local hospital. The requirements are usually stringent and indicate competence.
6. Look for someone who spends 45 min - 60 min during the consultation and gives you a feeling of competence and comfort. They should be open to questions and not cut you off. YOU should decide the size of your implants based on their guidance and your goals. Don't let the doctor tell you what you should want. They should be willing to show many examples of their work and give you the name of patients who are willing to describe their experience.
In summary, do your homework and you will naturally lead yourself to a highly competent surgeon who will provide you with the best that the procedure of breast augmentation can offer you.
| Board certification | |
| Education | Undergraduate: B.S., Biology, Texas A&M University, 1982 Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine, 1986 |
| Post-medical school training | Internship: General Surgery, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, 1987 Residency: Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA 1987-1991 Residency: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, LSU Medical Center-Charity Hospital, New Orleans, LA 1991-1993 Fellowship: Microsurgery, LSU Medical Center-Charity Hospital, 1993 Fellowship: Cosmetic Surgery of the Face, Breast and Body, McCollough Aesthetic Medical Center, Birmingham, AL, 1993-1994 |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 15 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS) |
| Hospital affiliations | Sarasota Memorial Hospital |
| Medical or professional license | FL |
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| Location | Sarasota Plastic Surgery 2255 S Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL View map |
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Treatments offered by David L. Mobley, MD
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Breast implant removal
Breast implants
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Brow lift
Butt lift
Cheek augmentation
Cheek lift
Chin implant
Chin liposuction
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Deep FX
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Ear surgery
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Facelift
Fat injections
Forehead lift
Fraxel Laser
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Juvederm
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Laser surgery
Lip augmentation
Lipoma removal
Liposculpture
Liposuction
Lower face lift
Male breast reduction
Microdermabrasion
Mini lift
Mini tummy tuck
Neck lift
Nipple surgery
Non surgical Face lift
Non surgical nose job
Perlane
Prevelle
Restylane
Retin-A
Rhinoplasty
Scar removal
Sculptra
Smart Lipo
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Thigh lift
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