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What is the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery? 10 answers

As a nurse I probably should know the answer, yet I cannot figure out what is the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.  Who can be a...
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Plastic Surgeon Vs. Cosmetic Surgeon - What's the Difference? 9 answers

Can somebody tell me what the difference is, if any, between a cosmetic and plastic surgeon?  I am also unclear about how facial plastic surgeons...
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Choosing Plastic Surgeons Based on Diplomas and Memberships? 6 answers

When trying to choose a plastic surgeon, how does one tell the difference between all the different diplomas and "Member of" associations?
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How to Check Doctors' Real Reviews and Results? 6 answers

I went in for a consultation, was very impressed: great staff, very nice doctor. I went home researched other places, decided to go with the doctor I...
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What is the American Board of Plastic Surgery? 6 answers

A lot of doctors on realself are saying to go to a plastic surgeon nwho has a certification from the american board of plastic surgery. excuse the...
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When Searching for a Plastic Surgeon What Qualifications/Credentials Should the MD Have? 6 answers

When searching for a plastic surgeon what qualifications/credentials should the MD possess? Also, what other elements should I be concerned with or...
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Does a Plastic Surgeon Have to Be Board Certified? 5 answers

I recently went in for a consult with a surgeon regarding brazillian butt augmentation and breast implants and the pictures of before and after seem...
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Where to Check Plastic Surgeon Credentials and Qualifications? 4 answers

Where might I go to check out a physician's past training, years in practice, etc. Also, the new "hot" plastic surgeon in NY has a great...
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Is "Board Certification" the Same Thing for ABMS Vs ABPS? 4 answers

There is a on-going argument in my city between physicians who are certified in another field (ENT)through ABMS and physicians who are certified by...
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Why Are You an ASPS Member? 4 answers

Why are you an ASPS member and what does being a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons matter to people considering cosmetic surgery?
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American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery - Does This Mean Board Certification? 3 answers

A Doctor Who is a Board Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Does That Means He is a Certified Plastic Surgeon?
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Websites to Check Credentials of Doctors? 3 answers

What websites can I go to get information on credentials of the Plastic surgeon?
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Is a South American Doctor More Qualified? 3 answers

I read on the internet that South American doctors are more advanced than american or european doctors. Why would that be? I know that in SA culture...
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D.O. Vs M.D. - Are They Both Qualified to Do Cosmetic Surgery? 2 answers

Does a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) have the same qualifications to do cosmetic procedures as a Medical Doctor (M.D.)? Does it matter which...
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Difference Between ABPS and ABFPRS Board Certification? 2 answers

What is the difference between being board certified with ABPS and ABFPRS? Is one more prestigous than another, or does the other require more...
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How Do I Confirm Where a Doctor Has Hospital Privileges? 2 answers

How do I receive information about where a doctor has hospital privileges?
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Bridalplasty -- Is It Appropriate That a Board Certified (ABPS / ASPS) Surgeon Be on Such a TV Show? 2 answers

Bridalplasty on E! TV has concluded it's run, and according to two articles on RealSelf.com, this "Contest" television show has now...
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Difference Between DO and MD Plastic Surgeons? 1 answer

Dear Doctors,Can you explain the difference between a D.O. & an M.D.? Amount of schooling, training, how long do they attend school to get their...
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How Do I Find out the Background on Plastic Surgeons? 1 answer

I.e., bad outcomes on surgeries,certifications, lawsuits, ect. -- Sue In Charleston,WV 
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Plastic Surgeon Isn't Board Certified. Is This a Red Flag?

The plastic surgeon has 15years of expierence, special plastic surgery training at Harvard and UCLA, but is not board certified - does it means any...
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European Plastic Surgeon Qualifications

I have done a lot of research but this is all gibberish to me. Who is more qualified of the following 2: Dr. X = Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive,...
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I Want to Become a Cosmetic Surgeon, What Benefits Me More? ASPS or AMD?

I been reading alot about cosmetic surgeons because thats what i want to major. I got more confused then i was before because every website would say...
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