Local Plastic Surgeon Guide

When looking for a local plastic surgeon, below are several recommended questions to ask your doctor.

• Are you an ASPS Member Surgeon?
• Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
• Do you have hospital privileges to perform this procedure? If so, at which hospitals?
• How many procedures of this type have you performed?
• Am I a good candidate for this procedure? What will be expected of me to get optimal results?
• Where and how will you perform my procedure?
• Is the surgical facility accredited?
• What are the risks involved with my procedure?
• How long of a recovery period can I expect, and what kind of help will I need during my recovery?
• Will I need to take time off work? If so, how long?
• How much will my procedure cost? Are financing options available?
• How are complications handled?

Resources for additional information on your plastic surgeon:

• American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons