Too many doctors…and you can only select
one for your surgery.
How do you go about making that selection?
We put together a criteria list of
important information to check about your surgeon before going under the knife.
1. Research
We cannot stress
enough how important research is. Research involves checking credentials,
checking previous patients’ results and asking questions.
A board-certified plastic surgeon is completely different from a cosmetic surgeon so you have to
make sure that the selected surgeon is qualified and experienced to perform
your surgery. The surgeon should be able to give you the best results with the
first surgery only.
Another point it,
learning what the procedure entails and getting answers about any questions you
have during the face to face consultation with the surgeon.
The questions can
include surgery procedures, anesthesia, surgery duration, post-surgery care
etc. and should be addressed to the surgeon directly. Take notes if you have to
during the consultation, so you have all the information you need to make an
informed decision.
2. Anesthesia
A board-certified anesthesiologist should administer the anesthesia and monitor your condition throughout
the surgery duration. You have to make sure that an anesthesiologist will be
present and is trained to take action if required.
If you are taking
any medication or have any disorders or symptoms, for your own safety you have
to make sure to disclose your medical history.
3. Surgery
facilities
People may not think
of the surgery facilities being important, but a clinic needs to have the
proper space and facilities for surgery with trained staff members. You can
check if you will stay overnight, and what services are offered by the clinic
to care for you post-surgery.
Post-surgery care
is just as important as the surgery itself. Be sure to check how they will
resolve post-surgery issues. Another important part is checking what would
happen in case of a medical emergency. Surgery complications, although not so
common, can still happen, so make sure that you are in good hands.
As with anything in life, proper planning is crucial so take the time and consider all your options.
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