Is an american surgeon better than a brazilian surgeon?

asked 1 year ago by Sharpie
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
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I am needing a revision rhinoplasty and I have been referred to a brazilian doctor in brazil by a friend of mine who is a doctor. He has a private clinic with his father as well as his brother. He is chief of the university of sao paulo which is the largest school in south america. Most of his work is revision rhinoplasty referred to him by previous surgeons who have had complications. I am nervous and confused. I have spoken with him and he has seen me via skype and feels he can help me. ?????

5 answers to Is an american surgeon better than a brazilian surgeon?

Brazil vs. US

If you live in Brazil then have your surgery there but if you live in US you are better off with a surgeon here since rhinoplasty requires long-term follow-up

Sam Naficy, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

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American vs Brazilian Surgeon

There are excellent surgeons in both countries. However, if you live in the United States and there are post-operative problems of any kind, your return to Sao Paulo may not be convenient.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Great plastic surgeons

I do not think it matters whether he is from Brazil or the US. But, if you live in the US, what happens if you need further work or have a complicaiton that needs to be treated?

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Brazil may be fine but it is important for you to stay as long or return as many times as is necessary.

As Dr. Aldea states, your surgeon may be excellent. However, there are other issues that must be addressed. EVen the best of surgeons have to occasionally revise their own results. This is often required to obtain the best possible outcome. However, is this a possibility if you live here and he works there? Are you able to travel or stay there long enough to ensure adequate follow up? It frequently takes 6 months to fully evaluate a nose. Will you be able to return for examination... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Every country has Great Plastic Surgeons, Good Plastic Surgeons, Average Plastic Surgeons and BAD Plastic Surgeons

Regarding: " Is an american surgeon better than a brazilian surgeon? I am needing a revision rhinoplasty and I have been referred to a brazilian doctor in brazil by a friend of mine who is a doctor. He has a private clinic with his father as well as his brother. He is chief of the university of sao paulo which is the largest school in south america. Most of his work is revision rhinoplasty referred to him by previous surgeons who have had complications. I am nervous and... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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