I've been to a few consultations here locally in my city of Houston. So far the lowest price I've been quoted for a BBL was $8500. I recently spoke with a Surgeon in Mexico that I was referred to by a friend, and was quoted $4200 after emailing photos of myself. The price sounds great but I'm really nervous about how safe it would be.
Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures? Many surgeons form many countries have profiles on RealSelf. You can do your research, take a look at their reviews, work performed, try to get in touch with some of their patients (at least that's what many of my patients have told me they do). Make sure they are fully certified. There are good 'out of country' doctors out there who can do a good job and at an affordable cost. Besides the surgery cost, you should take into consideration the days you have to stay in that country, your meals, your assistance, etc. As an 'out of country' doctor, I can tell there are responsible and not much responsible doctors, like everywhere. I advsise you to take your time to review your options.
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Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures? Many surgeons form many countries have profiles on RealSelf. You can do your research, take a look at their reviews, work performed, try to get in touch with some of their patients (at least that's what many of my patients have told me they do). Make sure they are fully certified. There are good 'out of country' doctors out there who can do a good job and at an affordable cost. Besides the surgery cost, you should take into consideration the days you have to stay in that country, your meals, your assistance, etc. As an 'out of country' doctor, I can tell there are responsible and not much responsible doctors, like everywhere. I advsise you to take your time to review your options.
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January 18, 2016
Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures (BBL)? Hi... thank you for the question and photos... Most of the Doctors from other country listed here on Real Self are certified, you can do some research and ask them in witch clinic they work so you can take a look of it. Most of us are very careful with with we do and make sure everything come out as safe as possible.
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January 18, 2016
Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures (BBL)? Hi... thank you for the question and photos... Most of the Doctors from other country listed here on Real Self are certified, you can do some research and ask them in witch clinic they work so you can take a look of it. Most of us are very careful with with we do and make sure everything come out as safe as possible.
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January 18, 2016
Answer: International Surgery Dear Ms. KatiBee, Thank you for your questions, story and submitted photos.While there are many excellent surgeons in other countries I would strongly advise to have your surgery within driving distance of your home.Why:1) pre and post operative appointments2) what happens if you have a intraoperative complication? What medical care is a available is available? Will your insurance cover the complication? Who pays if you required a air ambulance to be brought home?3)What if you need a revision?4)it's best not to fly for several weeks after surgery (pain, blood clots, etc).5)price should be only one of the factors... The savings could be more based on air flights, lodging, travel time, inconvenience especially if a revision would be needed.I suggest you make several additional appointments with experienced Plastic Surgeons who have in office financing options and who are not only Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery but in addition ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes, Dr. R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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January 18, 2016
Answer: International Surgery Dear Ms. KatiBee, Thank you for your questions, story and submitted photos.While there are many excellent surgeons in other countries I would strongly advise to have your surgery within driving distance of your home.Why:1) pre and post operative appointments2) what happens if you have a intraoperative complication? What medical care is a available is available? Will your insurance cover the complication? Who pays if you required a air ambulance to be brought home?3)What if you need a revision?4)it's best not to fly for several weeks after surgery (pain, blood clots, etc).5)price should be only one of the factors... The savings could be more based on air flights, lodging, travel time, inconvenience especially if a revision would be needed.I suggest you make several additional appointments with experienced Plastic Surgeons who have in office financing options and who are not only Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery but in addition ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes, Dr. R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures (BBL)? (Photo) Hello dear!
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Answer: How safe are "out of country" procedures (BBL)? (Photo) Hello dear!
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January 25, 2016
Answer: Tourist Cosmetic Surgery There are very good surgeons all over the world. Mexico had very good surgeons who contributed to plastic surgery greatly.How ever the decision to have , and to do surgery, involves many steps and many issues to consider. Part of the cost of cosmetic surgery in the U.S. A. is the standards the surgeon and the facility and the staff has to meet to assure patient safety.The decision for surgery starts with the consultation, the physical examination and the suitability for the procedure and the options. Making sure the patient is healthy enough for the procedure. Pictures alone are not enough for the decision to go ahead with surgery. Your pictures that you posted show a bulge at the belly button or just above it, could it be a hernia? and if so confirmed on examination and some times testing, are you a candidate for liposuction of the abdomen with a hernia? No.Hospitals , surgicenters and office surgery centers in the U.S. Has to meet certain standards, starting with the physical layout of the operating room, the sterilization of the instruments, the cleaning of the operating room, the equipment used in the care of the patient has to meet certain standards , they must be inspected by a medical technician on regular basis. The drugs used need to be not expired. The anesthesia given by a certified anesthesia provider. The recovery room is staffed by certified personnel, and follow certain protocols.patient monitoring during and after surgery by certified personnel. Post operative follow up, dealing with all potential complications with all the specialists needed for the care.Bleeding after surgery needs surgical care and may be hospitalization and blood transfusion.infections need infectious disease specialists involved. Blood clots need many advanced care with multiple specialists involved in the care. We in the U.S. have to meet all these standards, for patient safety
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January 25, 2016
Answer: Tourist Cosmetic Surgery There are very good surgeons all over the world. Mexico had very good surgeons who contributed to plastic surgery greatly.How ever the decision to have , and to do surgery, involves many steps and many issues to consider. Part of the cost of cosmetic surgery in the U.S. A. is the standards the surgeon and the facility and the staff has to meet to assure patient safety.The decision for surgery starts with the consultation, the physical examination and the suitability for the procedure and the options. Making sure the patient is healthy enough for the procedure. Pictures alone are not enough for the decision to go ahead with surgery. Your pictures that you posted show a bulge at the belly button or just above it, could it be a hernia? and if so confirmed on examination and some times testing, are you a candidate for liposuction of the abdomen with a hernia? No.Hospitals , surgicenters and office surgery centers in the U.S. Has to meet certain standards, starting with the physical layout of the operating room, the sterilization of the instruments, the cleaning of the operating room, the equipment used in the care of the patient has to meet certain standards , they must be inspected by a medical technician on regular basis. The drugs used need to be not expired. The anesthesia given by a certified anesthesia provider. The recovery room is staffed by certified personnel, and follow certain protocols.patient monitoring during and after surgery by certified personnel. Post operative follow up, dealing with all potential complications with all the specialists needed for the care.Bleeding after surgery needs surgical care and may be hospitalization and blood transfusion.infections need infectious disease specialists involved. Blood clots need many advanced care with multiple specialists involved in the care. We in the U.S. have to meet all these standards, for patient safety
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