1. Are you a certified plastic surgeon? Does your training and certification include the procedure I’m considering?

2. Do you have privileges to perform my surgical procedure at a reputable hospital?

Hospital privileges ensure that other physicians are familiar with your doctor and have concluded that he is suitably trained and has demonstrated skill to perform your procedure in their hospital

3. Do you devote a significant portion of your practice to cosmetic surgery?

It’s fair to say that chances increase and you will receive a positive surgical result and patient experience when your surgeon focuses on cosmetic surgery.

4. How many times have you performed the procedure I want? How often do you perform it? Do you have before and after photos?

Generally, the more experience a surgeon has the more consistent his results. But, you still have to like the results. Before-and-after photos are a great way to find out if you share the surgeon’s aesthetic.

5. Will you perform all of my surgery? If anyone else helps you, what will they do?

You’re paying for the surgeon to do your surgery. You should be told who will assist and how. Some procedures such as breast reduction, require two surgeons. You should be told in advance

When making your decision.

If something about the technique or recovery is sounding too good to be true ,  it probably is, especially if other surgeons disagree.

The practice does nothing to follow up on your consultation -  no phone calls, no letters. Do they care?