When you choose a doctor who is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), you can rest assured your surgeon is qualified to perform your surgery.
Why is it so important to have a board-certified surgeon? Because legally any doctor is permitted to do any procedure — a psychiatrist could do a breast augmentation. If you use a board-certified plastic surgeon, you know he or she has completed three to five years of training in general surgery and a minimum of two to three years of training in plastic surgery, plus they have to take written and oral tests, according to Dr. Chad Robbins of Robbins Plastic Surgery. Board-certified plastic surgeons also have to do continuing medical education and take a written test every 10 years.
Reviews, Reviews, Reviews
Looking up reviews and testimonials can also help you decide on a surgeon. Most reviews will give you information based on their experience with the doctor, their surgery and care after as well as the doctor’s staff. That’s the beauty of technology today… information at your finger tips!
Consultation To Meet The Doctor
Making an appointment to meet with the doctor is very important in choosing the right surgeon for you. Be prepared. Have a list of questions to ask the doctor and his nurse. You will get a good sense of the doctor’s bedside manner as well as a sense of comfort in his abilities and knowledge.
Before and After Pictures
Visit the doctors website and view the before and after gallery. If you don’t find what you are looking for, ask the doctor or nurse if there are any pictures in the office you can view as some patients do not give consent to put their photos online but are willing to use in office only. Patient privacy is and should be a concern for you as well as the office.
If you are interested in having cosmetic surgery in the Nashville, Franklin or Clarksville TN area, please call Dr. Chad Robbins for a personal consultation today at 615-401-9454 or visit our website www.robbinsplasticsurgery.com
