Board certified in Ophthalmology vs board certified plastic surgery for blepharoplasty?

Hello and thank you for your question.   Both types of board-certified surgeons are trained to do this surgery and you will be able to find a good surgeon.  It is very
important that you thoroughly research your surgeon before committing to
surgery. It is a good idea to research your surgeon's educational background,
online reviews, before & after pictures, and speak with anyone who you may
know who has had surgery with that surgeon. During your consultation, make sure
that you don't feel rushed and make sure that you have adequate time with your
surgeon and not just their patient coordinator or nurses. If the majority of
your consultation is spent with someone other than the surgeon, this is usually
not a good sign. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are
comfortable with. Cost varies based on geographic region and surgeon expertise.  I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified
board-certified expert surgeon who can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Hello, 
    Thank you so much for your question! The answer may not be what you expect in that it really all depends! No training or certification ensures your surgeon is “the best”. In my opionion the top boards for cosmetic surgery of The face are the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. These are sub-specialty boards attained in addition to specialty training boards which require submission of before and after case photos and an extensive written and oral examination. The idea is to ensure those certified will represent the Board well and consistently provide safe and superior outcomes to their patients! At the end of the day: Meet your prospective surgeon, check out their facility, review their photo galleries either in the office or online and lastly if you feel the need speak to their prior patients. I always have patients willing to tell prospective patients about their experience in my care. I hope that helps and best wishes on your upcoming proceedures!
Dr G