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BeautyWise Finding the Right Plastic Surgeon For You By Arthur G. Handal, M.D., F.A.C.S. Have you ever considered plastic surgery? Of a certainty, finding and choosing the right physician is a very individualized process, whether he or she is an internist, cardiologist or plastic surgeon. There are many factors to consider when choosing the right physician for you. First, do your homework (this involves speaking to friends who have undergone cosmetic surgery), search the Internet, and consult with plastic surgeons. In my experience, through listening to what patients tell me, it is wise to see no more than 3 surgeons, as this may become extremely confusing. Next, insure that you have an exceedingly first-class rapport with not only your surgeon, but with each and every member of the staff you are in contact with. The nursing staff and administrative staff are reflections of your surgeon. From your first contact on the telephone, you should be treated with dignity, respect, efficiency, professionalism and courtesy. This will give you an indication of what your overall experience will be like, and you should insure that your experience in the office is positive, from the surgeon to the receptionist. Ask yourself, is the office clean? Are you seen for your appointment in a timely fashion? Are all of your questions answered? We suggest to patients, from start to finish, that they write questions down as they think of them, and bring the list to the office, whether it’s for their initial consultation, preop appointments with the nurse and the surgeon, the morning of surgery and all postop appointments. We stress to patients that the more informed they are, and that they have a good understanding of the process they will undergo, the easier their postoperative period will be. Another important question to ask would be: Is your surgeon board certified, and is the operating room licensed and accredited? Licensed operating rooms must adhere to certain criteria set forth by the State of Florida and other accrediting bodies. Thus, it is important that you ascertain this very important fact in choosing your surgeon. It is of the utmost importance that you trust your surgeon. Ask to see photos, and to speak with other patients who have undergone similar surgeries. Request a tour of the facility and, above all, if you do not understand what you are being told, ask as many questions as you need to feel comfortable. Remember that there are no such things as “stupid questions”. Cosmetic surgery should be considered a positive, and patients should approach it as such, remembering however, that it is surgery, and above all else, safety should be the prime consideration. You are about to embark on a very intimate relationship with approximately 5 to 7 people; your surgeon, his or her nurses, the anesthesia department, and 16 September 2005
3 or 4 administrative personnel, all of whom will play an integral role in the process. Remember also, that although price is a consideration, you should not choose your surgeon by price alone. Prices vary widely throughout South Florida and some things to consider are exactly which procedures are being performed, and by which methods. Although patients may believe that they are undergoing the exact procedure their friend just underwent, it is important to remember that this also is very individualized, and one person may require more or less of a similar procedure, depending on the body habitus and the amount of surgery to be performed, thereby affecting price. Trust, dignity, professionalism, courtesy, civility, confidence and reliability are all words you should be able to ascribe to your surgeon and his or her staff, if you are undergoing breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, face lift or liposculpture to name a few. There are many, and varied reasons, why people consider and undergo cosmetic surgery; greater selfconfidence in the work place and in their social lives, especially in today’s fast-paced environment. Some people may be suddenly faced with life altering changes created by either a death or divorce, and this causes them to look more closely at their physical appearance and determine that they would like to appear more rested, fresher and less tired looking. In addition people may finally be in a position in their life when they can finally afford to improve upon an imperfection that has been bothering them for years. When all is said and done, plastic surgery can improve your life in a positive way. You should follow the guidelines listed above to help you make an informed choice. With a little work on your part you can ensure your experience with plastic surgery will be a positive one. Arthur G. Handal, M.D., F.A.C.S. 5503 North Federal Hwy. Boca Raton (561) 912-9888 ❂ Pamper Yourself Naturally Healthy Skin and Body Therapies • Relaxing Massage • Deep Tissue Therapeutic Massage • Relaxing and Cleansing Facial Treatments • Aromatherapy • Spa Body Treatments • Skin Care and Nail Services • Air Brush Tanning... 561-585-2292 Spa Packages and Gift Certificates Available 800 W. Lantana Rd., Lantana (1/2 mile east of I-95 on south side) Mention FloridaWise Magazine and receive this great offer: $199 ALL-DAY SPA PACKAGE MANICURE, PEDICURE, 1 HR. MASSAGE, 1 HR. DEEP CLEANING FACIAL & SPA BODY TREATMENT M A G A Z I N E Subscribe If you or someone you know would like to subscribe to FloridaWise Magazine and receive a full years subscription absolutly free, go to www.floridawisemagazine.com and submit subscription information or complete and mail form below to: FloridaWise Magazine P.O. Box 541600 Greenacres, FL 33454-1600 Name Address City State Zip If you did not subscribe and received this magazine in the mail, it is a gift courtesy of FloridaWise Magazine and its sponsers. You will never incur any charges for it. FloridaWise Magazine 17
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