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If a Dr. Has No Website or Not Much Info Online Should It Mean Anything ?
Hi. I am currently deciding on Rhinoplasty and mentoplasty. There is a doctor that I'm interested in, Robert C Ciardullo MD of New York. One of his patients posted their before and after pics and I liked what I saw,also his cost is reasonable. The only thing is this doctor doesn't have a website and I cant find any info on him online. Just one doctor review website where it appears he has received good reviews based on specific criteria ratings, but there's no specific postings of patients experiences with him. Should I be turned off by all this?
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No website unusual but not necessarily bad
Most rhinoplasty surgeons have websites to show their work. The old fashion way was to have a before and after photo album. If your surgeon has neither then you may want to look elsewhere.
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Doctors without internet presence
If a doctor does not have a website he could be a senior surgeon with a very large practice and does not need to advertise himself. Verify the credentials of a physician and critically look at all before and after photos before deciding on which surgeon to pursue rhinoplasty with. It is important to note that the doctor has performed thousands of rhinoplasty surgeries to be well versed on the nuances of each different nose.
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Not All Great Plastic Surgeons Have Their Own Websites
There are two reasons plastic surgeons have a website. One is to express their opinions about plastic surgery in general as a means of public education, and the other is having what is becoming an increasingly requisite component of a viable clinical practice. Just like you, many patients find doctors, get a sense of their aesthetics, learn about a potential doctor's credentials and training, from the internet.
But I can name at least a few fabulous doctors in my community who have no...
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Importance of Website in Surgeon Selection
Although most surgeons do have a website, there are many criteria for selecting your surgeon. You want to see multiple results, especially in noses similar to yours. You also should be able to find information online when you Google this surgeon's name. He may be very good, but you raise legitimate questions.
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Should the doctor have a website?
While I don't know him personally, the doctor you mention has been in practice about 30 years. It's often the case that these older surgeons have not embraced the technology of the web, but it means little more than that. He should still be able to review his portfolio of surgery with you in the office, however. If he can't or won't, that'd be a red flag. If a younger surgeon lacked a website, though, I might be a bit curious as to why.
All the best,
--DCP
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Choosing a rhinoplasty surgeon
These days the vast majority of plastic surgeons have their own websites, with the exception of those that are close to retirement. Simply having a website does not mean the surgeon is better qualified to do your surgery, and there are great surgeons who do not have websites. Unfortunately there are misleading claims on some websites as well, so you have to be careful and do your research. (For example, it may say the doctor is "board certified", but it doesn't say by which board ...
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Criteria for choosing your Rhinoplasty and Mentoplasty Surgeon.
This question comes up frequently, and I think it's important to be picky when you choose a surgeon to perform Rhinoplasty and Mentoplasty.
You should consult several board-certified, experienced Rhinoplasty surgeons with many favorable photos and recommendations. Any busy Rhinoplasty specialist will have a gallery of photos for his / her prospective patients to view. I wouldn't rely on only one photo. He / she should have lots of testimonials as well. You should easily have an opportunity...
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Choosing a surgeon is difficult
Choosing a surgeon is a difficult proposition and there is no good method. As you can tell from the various suggestions in other posts, there are many things to look for but ultimately there is a leap of faith involved. as Dr. Placik points out, one good or bad review does not represent a surgeon - neither does 10 or 20 since most surgeons will see hundreds if not thousands of patients per year.
To answer your specific quesion about having no web site - I wouldn't be too put off by not...
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Online Presence as a Criteria in Choosing a Surgeon
I agree with my colleague Dr. Placik. Many of the older surgeons reluctantly use the Internet for personal needs much less understand the educational value of a practice website. However, the fact that you cannot " find any info on him on-line" is somewhat concerning. These days there are many websites (such as Healthgrades and others) which list doctors and their education. If you absolutely want this surgeon you must do your home work - on the other hand you can go to www...
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Little web presence
Not all surgeons have an extensive web presence. It should not be considered a negative. If the surgeon has the requisite experience and expertise and a good understanding of your needs, then he/she may be an appropriate candidate. Do not get too influenced with either negative or positive online reviews as either can be manipulated.
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