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Plastic Surgery Domestically or Overseas?
I am considering rhinoplasty and a bit of facial contouring. I am based out of new york where prices are at a premium for these services, hence that is why i cam considering going to asia for the procedures. I am just concerned about the followup and post op. what would be the best option
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Medical Tourism Should Be Carefully Considered
Thank you for your question. You are correct in raising concerns regarding medical tourism. While there are qualified surgeons throughout the world, it is virtually impossible for someone from another country to fully vet the surgeon's credentials, experience and facility/practices. The lure of cosmetic surgery at low prices abroad has many hidden costs that are not always obvious. Complications typically occur very early or late. There will be an adittional cost and...
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Be very cautious - money is not everything!
It seems the price is a major factor for many patients in choosing plastic surgeon for their procedures. I hear all the time about patients traveling overseas to seek help for a lower price. The problem is how we know after all about quality of care you will receive over there. Here in US you can go and meet with a surgeon, easily check the credentials, board certifications, accreditations of facilities where procedures take place. There are so many reviews on line about surgeons, their...
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I think that you are always better off staying locally so that you can have proper post-op care. Sometimes the extra cost is worth it.
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Be Wary of Plastic Surgery Tourism
Dear Aznrhino,
I would be very careful about traveling abroad for cosmetic surgery or any other medical procedure, for the following reasons:
1. The practice of cosmetic medicine is loosely regulated in most parts of the world, including the US. Standards for safety, cleanliness, and competence can be lacking. Although there are many highly qualified surgeons in other parts of the world, I have seen a significant number of patients with nightmare outcomes after traveling to Mexico,...
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Be very careful
While it may be very tempting to go overseas (or even another part of the US) in an effort to find the best or lowest price, you are considering an invasive and life changing surgery on yourself. Surgery is also just a part of the process and experience, and you should understand the relationship that you build with your physician throughout the process. Although risk of complications are small, the operating surgeon is generally the best person to see you through that. It...
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Plastic Surgery Overseas is not recommended
Dear Aznrhino,
I would highly recommend that you stay in the United States for your procedure. While there are some surgeons highly skilled throughout the world this is not something I advise. Being in Southern California I have had to fix my share of nightmare situations with patients who go across the San Diego border to Mexico for plastic surgery. I have a saying that "I treat my patients as I do my family" and I would not let my family go abroad!!! Best regards,...
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Plastic Surgery Tourism
Medical tourism for plastic surgery is never something I recommend, unless the patient is sure of the reputation of the surgeon and can spend part of the recovery period close to the surgeon. Getting the best price should never be the primary focus. If something happens in followup, and you are not close to your surgeon then you have a real problem.
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