Questions To Ask Your Doctor On Your Initial Plastic Surgery Consultation

That first appointment is a crucial time to ask questions but sometimes you get nervous

and rattled during the appointment and for the life of yourself can't remember what they are. Think of them ahead, write them down and bring the list with you. Here are some important ones:

- How many procedures of this type have you performed? Often, a plastic surgeon will have areas of specialization, such as facial surgery or liposuction. If you are planning to have a rhinoplasty, you want a surgeon who is quite experienced and adept in working with the face and nose.

- Do you have a collection of "before and after" photos of your own patients to review? This is a great time to discuss what your desired outcome is and to hear your plastic surgeon's opinion on the likelihood of your individual result. It is also a good opportunity to get an idea about this doctor's aesthetic eye and ability.

- How long does this particular surgery take to perform? Can the plastic surgeon explain all the details of the methods used? Ask if they have a piece of literature such as a brochure that you may take home in order to review it with a friend or confidant who is helping to advise you.

- Will this be an outpatient procedure or will an overnight stay be required? What is the location of the surgical suites that the physician plans to use? If the plastic surgeon does not plan to utilize a hospital, ask if he/she has hospital privileges and where.

Having hospital privileges says something about the doctor's reputation and training because most hospitals require a certain level of expertise before allowing the privilege of using their facility.

- What type of anesthetic will be used? There are different types of anesthesia, such a general or twilight sleep with sedation. Ask your doctor to discuss the pros and cons of each.

- What complications might arise and what would be done to alleviate or avoid them? This is a good time to find out about the staff members that will be assisting during the procedure and who to call after hours in case of an emergency.

- What is the cost of the procedure and what financing options are available. Many plastic surgeons today will help their patients connect with an appropriate payment plan or finance company in order to allow them to afford the surgical option that they are choosing to have.

A final step of your homework assignment of physician selection would be to call your local licensing board in order to assure that the doctor of your choice has a blemish free record and a good reputation.

by: Abigail Aaronson

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