Cosmetic surgery consultation questions to ask your doctor

I am going in for a plastic surgery consultation, but I am kind of nervous because I don't even know what to ask the doctor.  What are the most important questions I should be asking during my plastic surgery consultation?

4 answers to “Cosmetic surgery consultation...”

A: Ten Questions to Ask Before Your Surgery

David B. Reath, MD

1. What are your credentials and training experience?Patients are often referred to a surgeon by word of mouth; so, it is important to know what qualifies the surgeon to perform your procedure. Ask your surgeon if he/she is “board certified” in plastic surgery. ASPS Member Surgeons are certified by... more

A: Consultation Process

Kris M. Reddy, MD

The consultation process has many aspects. The most important is that does the doctor and staff communicate clearly and are you comfortable with how you are treated. The patient should be comfortable in communicating their needs and objectives to the surgeon, and the surgeon should then provide a honest... more

A: It is very important when going in to a plastic surgical...

Richard P. Rand, MD

It is very important when going in to a plastic surgical consultation to think through what questions you have and what information you need to learn to receive the maximum benefit from the visit. Having a written list can be helpful in organizing these questions and can assure that all are answered. Key... more

A: 6 important questions to ask your plastic surgeon

Mark A. Codner, MD

The best questions to ask during a consultation with a plastic surgeon include:  What are the complications associated with this procedure? How are charges for complications or revisions handled in your practice? How many of these procedures have you performed? Are you certified by the American Board of... more

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