How Do I Find out if There Are Any Lawsuits Against a Plastic Surgeon?
asked 3 years ago by DBYSHEIM in THE VILLAGES, FLORIDA
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Question viewed 907 times
Tags: facial plastic surgeon, plastic surgeon
This is a big step and I would like to check the doctor out.
3 answers to How Do I Find out if There Are Any Lawsuits Against a Plastic Surgeon?
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Check with the Board of Medicine
Many states, including Virginia, make this information available on the internet. You can also call or write to the Board of Medicine.
It is my feeling that if a physician has had multiple law suits, say more than 5, you would be prudent to chose another doctor. I was at a social function ( a 60th birthday party) 10 days ago and sat with two physicians, who have been in practice for quite awhile. We began to recall some of the physicians with multiple suits. One I remember had over...
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
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Lawsuits against a doctor?
I would agree with Dr. Rand. Find a surgeon, go in for a consult, and if you lke him or her, I would ask them directly. A lawsuit doesn't necessarily mean the surgeon is not good for you. If you found out that a friend got into a car accident, does that necessarily mean you would never get in the car with them?
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Ask them directly
There are a variety of on line sites but I would suggest you just ask them directly!
