Are plastic surgeons required to track and share performance metrics?

July 19, 2023
Asked By:Terrific121959 in Dallas, Texas

I have been to two plastic surgery consultations for breast augmentation surgery. One shared a complication rate of 2.9%. The other said he is too busy with patient care to track metrics but in general risk is low. What is the industry standard or best practice? Should I walk away from a surgeon that doesn’t have data (or won’t share it)? Thanks!

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July 21, 2023

Answer: Excellent question.

July 21, 2023

Answer: Excellent question.

July 26, 2023

Answer: Data

July 26, 2023

Answer: Data

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