What do you think of getting a rhinoplasty overseas?

 There are great plastic surgeon in U.S and other countries. If you know a specific surgeon and feel comfortable with him I don't see a problem with going overseee. The main concern with having surgeries in other countries is the fllow up, uyou right as a patient and also cost of multiple trips for follow... more

There are many skilled rhinoplasty surgeons outside the U.S. They can be certified by groups such as the International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies. However, if things don't go as expected or you need a revision it may be difficult to follow-up and get the comprehensive care necessary for... more

Rhinopalsty is a complicated procedure and has a revision rate of about 10%. If you run into a complication during surgery, your best chance of getting excellent care and minimizing any problems is here in US in an accredited facility. You might find a good surgeon overseas but the quality of the facility... more

Dear Thekp, I believe that there are many excellent and qualified rhinoplasty surgeons in the US so that patients need not go overseas for their nose job.  The post operative follow up is limited. In select cases where you have a working relationship with a surgeon it is okay to have surgery away from... more

The problem with having a surgical procedure in another country is post operative care.  If you have any problems during your recovery it may be very difficult to get it taken care of by a local physician.  This is one of the risks that you take.  I would believe that the money that you save is... more

All Plastic Surgeons have patients travelling from outside the immediate area to seek their services. If you have confidence in your surgeon, and there is a good understanding of the procedure, care, recovery procedure, and expected results over many months, there is no problem with this action. Followup can... more

As said before, there are many excellent doctors throughout the world, not only in the USA but in Canada, Europe, Israel, the Far East, and Australia. If you live there or will be there for an extended period of time and speak the language, then I see nothing wrong with it. If you are asking me about traveling... more

Rhinoplasty is very difficult surgery.  However there are fine rhinoplasty surgeons all over the world.  I would consult with ASAPS or ISAPS to find your surgeon.  If you are to have your surgery out of the country you need to be aware that a complication may be more difficult to manage... more

American Plastic and ENT surgeons do not have a monopoly on surgical skill or excellence. Moreover, because of our legal system and overhead our fees are in many cases higher than you may be charged in other parts of the world. The 2 sticky points are : 1. How you you evaluate the reputation and training of... more

Travel overseas for medical or surgical care is certainly not a new subject in the field of plastic surgery, or in many other areas of medical care including organ transplantation and hip replacement. The term used and referred to is medical tourism and has become very attractive for those seeking affordable... more