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How to Tell if I Got a Good Plastic Surgeon? 14 answers

How can you make sure you have found a very good plastic surgeon? I want a Breast reduction and Tummy Tuck but I'm afraid it will end up a disaster. ...
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Plastic Surgeon Ethics: Would You Go to Your Child's Career Day? 14 answers

A plastic surgeon in Virginia attended his child's career day, and let kids feel some breast implants (just the implant, not in a patient :) )...
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Plastic Surgeon Areas of Expertise? 11 answers

If a Plastic Surgeon offers several procedures, how do you know which ones they are most proficient at? Would it be the ones they are doing most?...
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Is the Chemistry Between Doctor and Patient of Critical Importance? 11 answers

I'm choosing a surgeon--I have seen many pictures, curriculum vitaes, etc. Though I wonder, wether the intangible chemistry between doctor and patient...
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Fake or Real Plastic Surgery Photos? 10 answers

What are tips to make sure the plastic surgery pictures, before-afters, I see are real. I have worries that fakes and retouching will hide the truth!
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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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Can a Plastic Surgeon Fix Complications from Removal of Massive Tumor? 9 answers

I had a 80lb tumor removed causing my abdominal wall to weaken and 3 months later ended up getting a incision hernia that was fixed, but something...
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Should my Plastic Surgeon Be FACS Certified? 7 answers

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When Do Plastic Surgeons Draw the Line? 7 answers

In light of the recent media coverage concerning the numerous plastic surgeries done on a particular young actress, I am curious to know how most...
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Should It Be a Red Flag if my Selected Plastic Surgeon Can't Provide Me with a Reference? 7 answers

Hello, I plan to have a tummy tuck soon and have met with 3 board certified PSs. The PS I selected was recommended to me by my OBGYN and he is very...
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Why Wouldn't a Surgeon Get Board-certified in Plastic Surgery? 7 answers

I was researching the docs from E's Dr. 90210, and the lead guy Dr. Roberto Rey does not seem to be board-certified. I read his entire resume and...
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Do Plastic Surgeons Try to Get Their Patients to Stop Smoking? 6 answers

Do you actively try to get your patients, who are smokers, to stop smoking?  Please elaborate.
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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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The More Expensive the Plastic Surgery, the Better the Results? 6 answers

By buying a house, an auto or a watch it is normally so: the more you pay, the more you get. Is that valid when choosing a plastic surgeon or is it...
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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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Plastic Surgeons' Websites - No Photos? 6 answers

Why is that some plastic surgeons have few before/after pictures on their website? Does this mean that the doctor is not credible or popular enough?
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Why Wouldn't a Doctor Keep a Photo of His Work? 5 answers

Last week, I went in for a consultation in NYC with a plastic surgeon for a Tummy Tuck. This was my fourth plastic surgeon that I went to go see so...
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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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How Do I Check out a Doctor with No Before and After Photos? 4 answers

I'm considering having the laser peel done but the doctor doesn't have before and after pictures. he said because our town is so small people don't...
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Do Doctors Offer Cash Discounts for Plastic Surgery? 4 answers

Do doctors offer a discount if I pay cash rather than finance? I want to get liposuction in my mid-section very soon and plan on paying with...
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Do Surgeons Judge Patients? 4 answers

I'm always afraid that a surgeon will judge me if I get surgery. I'm not very confident with my appearance and I've wanted to get several...
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Confidentiality Between Plastic Surgeon and Patients? 4 answers

Is there such a thing as a confidentiality clause between doctor and patient? What about the doctors´staff? I thank you very much for your answers.
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How Honest Should I Be with My Doctor? 4 answers

I've had a tummy tuck with lipo of my arms, back, stomach, inner and outer thighs and butt. My husband thinks my butt is getting big again. I...
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How Do I Find out if There Are Any Lawsuits Against a Plastic Surgeon? 3 answers

This is a big step and I would like to check the doctor out.
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American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery vs American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 3 answers

What exactly are the differences in being Board Certified and having memberships in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery AND/OR the...
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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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What Qualifications Should a Plastic Surgeon Have? Does It Differ by State? 3 answers

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Can I Have a Plastic Surgeon As an Approach Surgeon for Anterior/posterior Lumbar Fusion? 3 answers

I am very concerned about the scars from both the front and back after my spinal fusion surgery. I have to have an approach surgeon to assist the...
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Best Plastic Surgeon in Florida? 3 answers

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How Many Patients Does a Plastic Surgeon Operate Per Day? 2 answers

I want to know how many patients can and what is the average number of patients do plastic surgeons operate in 1 day?
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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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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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How to Raise Post-surgery Concerns with a Surgeon 2 answers

I'm unhappy with the results of a surgery performed many months ago, and wish to raise this with the doctor who performed it. I'm very nervous...
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Doctor with a Legal Settlement - Is This a Red Flag? 2 answers

On the state's medical license verification site it lists information on the surgeon (board certified, where he went to school, publications etc)...
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Why is It Important to Have a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon? 2 answers

I found a doctor a really liked to preform my tummy tuck, only to find out that she is not a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. I know she has...
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Plastic Surgeon or Facial Plastic Surgeon for Alar Base Reduction? 2 answers

For an alar base(alarplasty) reduction? Will that be a big difference or not? Which one has better results? Both have the same skill levels on that...
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Where Would I Find a Radical Cosmetic Surgeon? 1 answer

Where would i find a doctor who is much more radical than most.? i dont have wrinkles or much loose skin,but i would like a tight jawline/lower...
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Checking out Your Doctor's Misconduct Record 1 answer

I can't find a web site to check on a dr. to see if they have complaints, or problems without paying for it. Is there a website to do this, and if so,...
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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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Does Bulimia Cause Anemia? Is It Absolutely Necessary to Disclose This? 1 answer

My pre-op bloodwork showed that I am anemic. I am having a second surgery in a couple weeks. I have not disclosed to my surgeons that I am bulimic. I...
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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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Have Most Plastic Surgeons Had Plastic Surgery Themselves? 1 answer

Have most plastic surgeons had cosmetic surgery, dermal fillers, Botox, lasers, etc? It seems like the type of industry where looking good would help...
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Is There a Limit to What a "Good" Surgeon Will Do for a Patient? 1 answer

I consulted w/ a ABPS certified surgeon with excellent references recently. He was on the top of my list until I saw pics of one of his other patients...
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Are Surgeons Required to Gather and Report Statistics on Outcomes? 1 answer

Just wondering if there are systems in place for surgeons to follow up on post-surgical outcomes - not only in terms of the success of the procedure,...
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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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"Best" Undergraduate Degree for a Plastic Surgeon?

I know this forum should be about procedures, but no one at my college can answer this question. I very much want to be a Reconstructive Plastic...
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Is 70+ Too Old for a Plastic Surgeon?

I've been talking to a plastic surgeon about getting cheek implants. He seems to have a solid understanding of cheek implants. My concern is:...
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How Do I Become A Plastic Surgeon?

Such As Schooling In 18 and Interested In Doing Plastic Surgery Would Someone Like To Tell Me The Schooling They Did To Get Were They Are. Thanks.
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How Do I Report a Doctor from Overseas?

This is not something that I am very comfortable with but I had the worst experience of my life and after seeing this doctor had to have 3 additional...
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