My surgeon is requiring me to sign a special legal document before revision rhinoplasty. Should I sign it? (Photo)

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Need advice regarding a legal document my surgeon is requiring me to sign in order to correct his Revision Rhinoplasty surgery (my first). At 15-months post-surgery, he suggested further surgery to correct the results, but I couldn't travel due to pandemic. At 3 years (now), he no longer wants to do it, although will honor previous word, but only if I sign this document (attached, with pictures). Is this orthodox, done in good faith, and should I agree to it?

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hi there! That's a difficult situation, though not entirely uncommon to have some form of consent document to explain the risks associated with the procedure. This is often done to ensure both sides are in agreement with the plan. Untoward outcomes can happen and not every patient is reasonable if they do. It may be worth reading over the document very carefully to ensure you understand it completely and that it is fair. As well, talk with your surgeon to see if the document is being created out of normal protocol. If you're uncomfortable, definitely don't go through with it. Hope this helps you!

My surgeon is requiring me to sign a special legal document before revision rhinoplasty. Should I sign it? (Photo)

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