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Dr. Aytac Sayin

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Bursa, Turkey

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Aytac Sayin is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bursa, Turkey. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ege University School of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Ege University School of Medicine General Surgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

Krcaali, Medical Park Hastanesi, Fevzi

What is the medical expertise of Dr Aytac Sayin?

  • Dr Aytac Sayin has 16 years of experience as a bariatric surgeon.
  • He specializes in executing advanced laparoscopic surgery, obesity and metabolic surgery and oncological surgery.
  • Some of the conditions he can successfully treat include obesity, large intestine prolapse, colon and rectum cancers, haemorrhoids, pancreatic cancer, gallbladder diseases, and acute appendicitis.
  • He completed his education and training at the Ege University School of Medicine.
  • Dr Aytac Sayin completed additional training in laparoscopic colon rectum surgery at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.
  • He is often invited as a speaker at various conferences. Some of these include the Laparoscopic Surgery Congress(2007), the Clinical and Experimental Research Congress(2003) and the European Society for Surgical Research(2005).
Dr. Fadli Dogan

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Elazig, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fadli Dogan is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Elazig Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fadli Dogan is part of:

  • Turkish Surgery Association
  • Obesity Surgery Association
  • Hepatobiliary Surgery Association
  • Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • 2007: Firat University Faculty of Medicine -Medical Education
  • 2014: Firat University Faculty of Medicine General Surgery

Hospital Address :

Olgunlar, Elazig Medical Park Hospital, Atat

What is the medical expertise of Dr Fadli Dogan?

  • Dr Fadli Dogan is an expert bariatric surgeon with more than 10 years of experience in obesity surgery, oncological surgery and obesity surgery. He can offer treatments for conditions such as obesity and inguinal hernia.
  • Dr Dogan is a part of several associations such as the Turkish Surgery Association, Obesity Surgery Association, Hepatobiliary Surgery Association, and Turkish Medical Association.
  • Dr Dogan actively participates in conferences to present his work and advance his skills. Some conferences he has attended include the National Surgical Congress(2014), the Congress of Morbid Obesity and Metabolic Diseases(2015) and the Congress of Morbid Obesity and Metabolic Diseases.
  • Dr Dogan has also authored/co-authored publications in journals of repute. Some of these include:
    1. Mini-gastric Bypass Complications and the Value of the Preoperative Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio in Early Prediction of Complications.
    2. The effect of concomitant cholecystectomy and sleeve gastrectomy on morbidity in high-risk obese patients with symptomatic gallstones
    3. Management of sleeve gastrectomy leakage with endoscopic stenting
Dr. Worapishha

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Worapishha is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Bangpakok 9 International Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University, Thailand, 2010
  • Reconstructive Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital Mahidol University, Thailand, 2017

Hospital Address :

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, International Hospital, Rama II Road, Bang Mot, Chom Thong, Bangkok, Thailand

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Dr. Halim Guler

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Trabzon, Turkey

57 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Halim Guler is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Trabzon, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Trabzon Star Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital - Expertise

Hospital Address :

Pazarkap, Medical Park Trabzon Hastanesi, Devlet Sahil Yolu Caddesi, Ortahisar/Trabzon, Turkey

Dr. Renata Kliunkiene

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Vilnius, Lithuania

15 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Lithuanian

 


Dr. Renata Kliunkiene is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Qualifications :

  • 2004 - 2010: Kaunas University of Medicine, Master??s Degree, Professional Qualification of Medical Doctor
  • 2011: Kaunas Hospital, Therapeutic Internship
  • 2011 - 2015: Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas Clinic, Dermatovenereology Residency

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

Medical Expertise of Dr. Renata Kliunkiene

  • Dr. Renata is a renowned & skilled dermatologist
  • Her primary areas of expertise include hair transplantation, laser dermatology, Digital dermatoscopy, SIAscopy, PRP injections, Chemical peels, Biorevitalization.
  • Dr. Renata Kliunkiene is a reputed hair transplant surgeon and a dermatologist in Lithuania
  • Among her several qualifications, Dr. Renata has worked in the hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences as doctor's assistant
  • She pursued her Internships in Hamburg (Germany), Istanbul (Turkey) and Trieste (Italy)
  • She is fluent with both English and Lithuanian
Dr. Worapong Leethochavalit

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Worapong Leethochavalit is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with Bangpakok 9 International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Worapong Leethochavalit is part of:

  • Thai Board of Plastic Surgery

Qualifications :

  • Medical School Faculty of Medicine, Mahidol University 1995 -2000
  • Chonburi Hospital, School of Medicine, General Surgery 2001 - 2004

Hospital Address :

Bangpakok 9 International Hospital, International Hospital, Rama II Road, Bang Mot, Chom Thong, Bangkok, Thailand

Medical Expertise of Dr. Worapong Leethochavalit

  • Popularly performed procedures by Dr. Worapong are Breast Procedures (over 1000 cases), Liposuction (over 1000 cases), Blepharoplasty (over 600 cases) and Rhinoplasty (over 300 cases).
  • Dr. Worapong is a highly accomplished plastic and cosmetic surgeon who holds a Thai Board of Plastic Surgery certification.
  • He completed his residency in The General Surgery Chonburi Hospital School of Medicine. He finished his specialty in Plastic & Reconstruction at Chularongkorn University
  • He is regarded as one of Thailand's greatest young plastic surgeons, having conducted hundreds of procedures and seen hundreds of patients each year.
  • Dr. Worapong has specialty memberships in the Royal College of Surgeons of Thailand, Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons of Thailand, and the Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand
  • He is fluent in English and can communicate well with international clientele.
Dr. Inga Guogiene

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Vilnius, Lithuania

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Lithuanian

 


Dr. Inga Guogiene is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 7 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Association and Memberships Dr. Inga Guogiene is part of:

  • LWMA member
  • EWMA member
  • Lithuanian Plastic and reconstructive surgery society member

Qualifications :

  • 2001 - 2007 Higher education integrated medicine studies at Kaunas University of Medicine
  • 2005 - 2006 Higher education medicine studines at Lyon University of Medicine
  • 2007 - 2008 Clinical practice at VSI S. Kudirka Hospital in Alytus region
  • 2008 - 2013 Medical residency studies at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU), acquired professional qualification of a plastic and reconstructive surgeon doctor.

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

Dr. Martynas Norkus

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Vilnius, Lithuania

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Lithuanian

 


Dr. Martynas Norkus is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Martynas Norkus is part of:

  • Since 2006 Associated member of Lithuanian Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Since 2012 Full member of Lithuanian Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Qualifications :

  • 2000 has graduated Kaunas Medical University
  • 2000 - 2001 primary residency in hospital of Jonava
  • 2001 - 2003 general surgery residency at Kaunas Medical University Clinics
  • Since 2004 Plastic surgery doctor-resident at Kaunas Medical University Clinics
  • 2006 has finished plastic- reconstructive surgery residency
Dr. Giedre Uzdavinyte Semetiene

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Vilnius, Lithuania

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Lithuanian

 


Dr. Giedre Uzdavinyte Semetiene is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Qualifications :

  • 1987 - 1993 Vilnius University, Medical faculty, medical studies
  • 1993 - 1997 Vilnius University, Medical faculty, Professional qualification of a pediatric surgeon
  • 1997 - 1999 Vilnius University, Medical faculty, cardiac surgery residency, doctor cardiac surgeon
  • 2015 - 2018 Vilnius University, Medical faculty, Plastic and reconstructive surgery residency, plastic and reconstructive surgery doctor

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

Medical Expertise of Dr. Giedre Uzdavinyte Semetiene

  • Dr. Giedre efficiently performs various plastic, reconstructive & cosmetic procedures, which include Hair transplantation, Breast surgery, Facial rejuvenation (botulinum injections, hyaluronic acid injections, fat transplantation)), Skin rejuvenation, Fractional skin renewal, Scar correction, Plastics of the upper and lower eyelids, Liposuction, Liposculpture, Ear correction, and others.
  • Dr. Giedre is a well-qualified and board certified plastic & cosmetic surgeon
  • She pursued some professional development trainings in Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Greece.
  • Dr. Giedre is fluent with Lithuanian, English and Russian language
  • She has been actively participating in international scientific conferences, congresses, seminars.
Dr. Ekrem Keskin

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Istanbul, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ekrem Keskin is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Residency Training, Cleveland Clinic Plastic Surgery Department

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • Goztepe Training and Research Hospital Plastic Surgery Clinic
  • Haydarpasa Sample Training and Research Hospital Plastic Surgery Clinic

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Bahaa Al Nashi

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic

 


Dr. Bahaa Al Nashi is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS from the University of Damascus in 1990
  • Specialization in Dermatology from the Ministry of Health, Syria in 2007

Hospital Address :

Al Zahra Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Dr. In Seok Shin

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Seoul, South Korea

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Korean , English

 


Dr. In Seok Shin is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in South Korea. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with ID Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. In Seok Shin is part of:

  • Full Member, Korean Surgical Society
  • Full Member, Korean Breast Cancer Society

Qualifications :

  • M.D., Kyung Hee University School of Medicine

Hospital Address :

South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Nonhyeon-dong, Dosan-daero, ID Hospital Korea

Dr. Woo Seok Jang

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Seoul, South Korea

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Korean , English

 


Dr. Woo Seok Jang is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in South Korea. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has over 16 Years of experience and is associated with ID Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Woo Seok Jang is part of:

  • Full Member, the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
  • Full Member, the Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • Full Member, Korean Society of Plastic Surgery

Certifications :

  • Obtained Board-certified Plastic Surgeon License
  • Fellow at Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Catholic Medical College(2000-2001)

Qualifications :

  • Graduate from Catholic Medical University, School of Medicine (1988-1994)
  • Intern at Seoul St. Marys Hospital affiliation of Catholic University of Medicine , Completed Plastic Surgery Residency(1995-2000)

Hospital Address :

South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Nonhyeon-dong, Dosan-daero, ID Hospital Korea

Dr. Suzanna Malik

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Malay , English

 


Dr. Suzanna Malik is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Malaysia. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MB B.Ch BAO) - Bristol
  • Master of Medicine Anaesthesia - National University of Malaysia (UKM)

Hospital Address :

Beverly Wilshire Medical Centre, Jalan Tun Razak, Imbi, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Dr. Mali Wirojskoolchai

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Mali Wirojskoolchai is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangbon, Thailand. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with MALI Interdisciplinary Hospital.

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A surgeon specialized in reducing scars, impact of aging on the skin and disfigurement that might have occurred as a result of accidents, birth defects and treatment of diseases. Many plastic surgeons also perform cosmetic surgery to enhance the attractiveness of the face or body parts and it might not be directly related to any medical conditions.

Plastic surgery is a surgical speciality that involves the restoration, reconstruction or alteration of the body. It can be broadly divided into two main categories i.e. reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery.

Reconstructive Surgery: It involves surgical procedure for the reconstruction of facial or body parts. In cases one has encountered any trauma, infection, developmental abnormalities, congenital abnormalities, disease, tumors that has impacted the body part and its functioning, it is advised to visit a plastic surgeon for a consultation. While reconstructive surgery aims to reconstruct any body part and improve its functioning, it may also be done to change its appearance.

Cosmetic (or Aesthetic) Surgery: Cosmetic surgery is done to repair or reshape the structures of the body, generally with the aim, to enhance its appearance.

Procedures Performed

There are various procedures done to perform the reconstructive and cosmetic surgeries, including the following:

  • Endoscopic surgery
  • Flap surgery
  • Laser surgery
  • Skin graft
  • Tissue expansion
  • Craniofacial surgery
  • Microsurgery hand surgery
  • Treatment of burns

Top Plastic Surgeons

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Richie GuptaFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Cenk SenEstetik International, Istanbul
Dr. Renata Kliunkiene-
Dr. Zeynep SevimLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Giedre Uzdavinyte SemetieneKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Jiri BayerForme Clinic, Prague
Dr. Rajesh WattsIndraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Mindaugas KazanaviciusKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Plastic Surgeon

Surgically enhanced beauty has become the trend around the world. Plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures increased by 54% globally, while non-surgical procedures increased by 44%. People prefer to travel overseas for medical treatment and tourism, and plastic procedures are ideal for this. Plastic surgery is more popular in some countries such as Turkey, India, the United States, Germany, South Korea, Russia, and Greece. Traveling to another nation for medical care can be risky & challenging; virtual consultations can minimize these risks. Discover the most compelling reasons to schedule an online consultation with a plastic surgery specialist-

  • You may discover answers to all of the frequently asked questions in the hopes that they will serve as a quick-reference guide for you if you decide to explore plastic surgery.
  • Mostly plastic surgeons are associated with prestigious societies/associations around the world to enhance their credentials and to keep themselves abreast of their existing skills
  • Connecting virtually with a board-certified plastic surgeon can assist you in exploring all of your options and selecting the best one, which will frequently include a combination of surgical and nonsurgical procedures.
  • The specialist will assist you in assessing your eligibility for plastic surgery by carefully analyzing your health issues (if any)
  • You can ask about the implants, injections, and fillers that will be used in your plastic surgery.
  • Our board-certified plastic surgeons consider each patient's particular goal and anatomy to determine the best course of action to achieve the natural look they desire.
  • You can obtain immediate medical attention by video chatting with highly qualified plastic surgeons all over the world.
  • The specialist's involvement in the entire process is crucial. You can observe the doctor as well as his knowledge, talents, and expertise with plastic procedures.
  • Plastic surgeons have a lot of stuff going on. Online consultations can help you get prioritized appointments and the best advice no matter where you are.
  • In addition to all of the benefits, you can save time, money, and other spontaneous efforts.
  • A consultation with a Plastic surgeon might cost anywhere from 123 USD to 456 USD

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Who is a Plastic Surgeon?

A plastic surgeon is a licensed medical doctor trained in the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. They mainly focus on reconstructive procedures and can see patients who have conditions like injuries, birth disorders, illnesses, or burns.

Many plastic surgeons decide to become cosmetic surgeons and do procedures to change a patient’s appearance. But not all plastic surgeons are cosmetic surgeons.

Plastic surgery is so much more than cosmetic surgery. While cosmetic surgery is probably the most visible aspect of plastic surgery, it is a comparatively small part of the specialty. Plastic surgery might be used not only to improve a person's look but also to restore a patient's appearance after an accident or recovery from cancer or another disease. A plastic surgeon may work on any area of the body.

Plastic surgeons do not own disease as cancer doctors do. They are trained to work all over the body on all types of diseases and frequently coordinate with other physicians in a multi-disciplinary group. Plastic surgeons achieve special skills, such as how to design a skin graft. They know how to transfer tissues from one part of the body to another, manage critical wounds, and use implantable materials like plastic or metal.

What are the qualifications of a Plastic Surgeon?

An aspiring candidate has to clear an entrance test to get admission into a medical college. Students can pursue Plastic Surgery courses after completing their Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. This is a five-and-a-half-year course that includes basic medical education and training. All medical students have to complete this program irrespective of their area of specialization.

One must hold a Master of Surgery (MS) or doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) degree before they can undergo post-graduate training in plastic surgery. The MS or DO program usually takes 2-3 years to complete.

After you become a licensed physician, you have to complete a 3-year residency program in general surgery involving clinical rotations in various types of surgery. You can prefer to take a three-year residency in plastic surgery. You could complete a one-year fellowship program if you aim to specialize in a subspecialty of plastic surgery.

What conditions do Plastic Surgeon treat?

A plastic surgeon can treat the below-listed conditions:

Facial deformities

Cleft lip and palate

Ganglion cyst

Hand injuries

Head and neck cancers

Lip cancer

Lymphedema

Melanoma

Mouth cancer

Ameloblastoma

Breast cancer

Buerger's disease

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Cleft lip and cleft palate

Craniosynostosis

Nonmelanoma skin cancer

Orbital fracture

Ptosis (Drooping eyelid)

Suspicious breast lumps

Telangiectasia

Throat cancer

Tongue cancer

Tonsil cancer

Sarcoma

Skin blemishes

Soft palate cancer

Spider veins

Varicose veins

Vascular malformations

Wrinkles

What diagnostic tests are required by Plastic Surgeon?

Plastic surgery is a complex process and is also associated with certain risks. So, a plastic surgeon will completely evaluate your health status to know if you are fir for surgery. They will thoroughly examine your body and may order a few tests to have a complete idea about your current health status. A plastic surgeon does a thorough analysis of your diagnostic reports. If they find that your body is not fit for surgery, they will recommend certain medication in order to make your body ready for the procedure. Many surgeons order routine lab tests before you are admitted to the hospital or before certain outpatient procedures. The tests help find possible problems that might complicate surgery if not found and treated early. Some of the most common tests done before plastic surgery include:

Electrocardiogram

Chest X-rays

White blood count

Urinalysis

When should you visit a Plastic Surgeon?

There are many reasons to consult a cosmetic surgeon. As people age, they may have wrinkles and sagging skin. Pregnancy can change a woman's body. Also, being overweight may hurt self-esteem. Cosmetic or plastic surgeons can help people who may want to improve their physical appearance.

You might also need to see a plastic surgeon about a physical problem. A primary care physician will refer you to them. If you wish to change your look, you need to see a cosmetic surgeon. A person needs to visit a plastic surgeon if he/she experiences below signs/symptoms:

  • Signs of aging such as wrinkles, sagging skin, etc.
  • Scars
  • Excess body fat
  • Irregular face shape
  • Birth defects
  • Body deformities
  • Injuries/burn
  • Abnormal size of external body parts
  • Excess facial fat
  • Larger ear
  • Loose skin from weight loss
  • Changes to the body after pregnancy
What can you expect from your first visit with a Plastic Surgeon?

Your first visit to a plastic surgeon would typically involve a question-answer session between you and the surgeon. When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the surgeon will do a thorough examination. Then, the doctor will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed medical history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The surgeon can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the plastic surgeon will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the surgery could be performed.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Plastic Surgeon?

Plastic surgery is gaining popularity each year. Below given are some most common plastic surgery procedures:

  • Breast augmentation or enlargement
  • Eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (rhytidectomy)
  • Forehead lift
  • Hair replacement or transplantation
  • Lip augmentation
  • Liposuction (lipoplasty)
  • Breast implant removals
  • Breast lift (mastopexy)
  • Buttock lift
  • Chin, cheek, or jaw reshaping
  • Dermabrasion
  • Lower body lift
  • Cellulite treatment
  • Chemical peel
  • Plumping, or collagen or fat injections
  • Laser skin resurfacing
  • Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)
  • Thigh lift
  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
  • Upper arm lift (brachioplasty)
  • Botox injections
  • Laser treatment of leg veins
  • Vaginal rejuvenation

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Who is a Plastic Surgeon?

A plastic surgeon is a licensed medical doctor trained in the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body. They mainly focus on reconstructive procedures and can see patients who have conditions like injuries, birth disorders, illnesses, or burns.

Many plastic surgeons decide to become cosmetic surgeons and do procedures to change a patient’s appearance. But not all plastic surgeons are cosmetic surgeons.

Plastic surgery is so much more than cosmetic surgery. While cosmetic surgery is probably the most visible aspect of plastic surgery, it is a comparatively small part of the specialty. Plastic surgery might be used not only to improve a person's look but also to restore a patient's appearance after an accident or recovery from cancer or another disease. A plastic surgeon may work on any area of the body.

Plastic surgeons do not own disease as cancer doctors do. They are trained to work all over the body on all types of diseases and frequently coordinate with other physicians in a multi-disciplinary group. Plastic surgeons achieve special skills, such as how to design a skin graft. They know how to transfer tissues from one part of the body to another, manage critical wounds, and use implantable materials like plastic or metal.

What are the qualifications of a Plastic Surgeon?

An aspiring candidate has to clear an entrance test to get admission into a medical college. Students can pursue Plastic Surgery courses after completing their Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. This is a five-and-a-half-year course that includes basic medical education and training. All medical students have to complete this program irrespective of their area of specialization.

One must hold a Master of Surgery (MS) or doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) degree before they can undergo post-graduate training in plastic surgery. The MS or DO program usually takes 2-3 years to complete.

After you become a licensed physician, you have to complete a 3-year residency program in general surgery involving clinical rotations in various types of surgery. You can prefer to take a three-year residency in plastic surgery. You could complete a one-year fellowship program if you aim to specialize in a subspecialty of plastic surgery.

What conditions do Plastic Surgeon treat?

A plastic surgeon can treat the below-listed conditions:

Facial deformities

Cleft lip and palate

Ganglion cyst

Hand injuries

Head and neck cancers

Lip cancer

Lymphedema

Melanoma

Mouth cancer

Ameloblastoma

Breast cancer

Buerger's disease

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Cleft lip and cleft palate

Craniosynostosis

Nonmelanoma skin cancer

Orbital fracture

Ptosis (Drooping eyelid)

Suspicious breast lumps

Telangiectasia

Throat cancer

Tongue cancer

Tonsil cancer

Sarcoma

Skin blemishes

Soft palate cancer

Spider veins

Varicose veins

Vascular malformations

Wrinkles

What diagnostic tests are required by Plastic Surgeon?

Plastic surgery is a complex process and is also associated with certain risks. So, a plastic surgeon will completely evaluate your health status to know if you are fir for surgery. They will thoroughly examine your body and may order a few tests to have a complete idea about your current health status. A plastic surgeon does a thorough analysis of your diagnostic reports. If they find that your body is not fit for surgery, they will recommend certain medication in order to make your body ready for the procedure. Many surgeons order routine lab tests before you are admitted to the hospital or before certain outpatient procedures. The tests help find possible problems that might complicate surgery if not found and treated early. Some of the most common tests done before plastic surgery include:

Electrocardiogram

Chest X-rays

White blood count

Urinalysis

When should you visit a Plastic Surgeon?

There are many reasons to consult a cosmetic surgeon. As people age, they may have wrinkles and sagging skin. Pregnancy can change a woman's body. Also, being overweight may hurt self-esteem. Cosmetic or plastic surgeons can help people who may want to improve their physical appearance.

You might also need to see a plastic surgeon about a physical problem. A primary care physician will refer you to them. If you wish to change your look, you need to see a cosmetic surgeon. A person needs to visit a plastic surgeon if he/she experiences below signs/symptoms:

  • Signs of aging such as wrinkles, sagging skin, etc.
  • Scars
  • Excess body fat
  • Irregular face shape
  • Birth defects
  • Body deformities
  • Injuries/burn
  • Abnormal size of external body parts
  • Excess facial fat
  • Larger ear
  • Loose skin from weight loss
  • Changes to the body after pregnancy
What can you expect from your first visit with a Plastic Surgeon?

Your first visit to a plastic surgeon would typically involve a question-answer session between you and the surgeon. When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the surgeon will do a thorough examination. Then, the doctor will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed medical history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The surgeon can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the plastic surgeon will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the surgery could be performed.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Plastic Surgeon?

Plastic surgery is gaining popularity each year. Below given are some most common plastic surgery procedures:

  • Breast augmentation or enlargement
  • Eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (rhytidectomy)
  • Forehead lift
  • Hair replacement or transplantation
  • Lip augmentation
  • Liposuction (lipoplasty)
  • Breast implant removals
  • Breast lift (mastopexy)
  • Buttock lift
  • Chin, cheek, or jaw reshaping
  • Dermabrasion
  • Lower body lift
  • Cellulite treatment
  • Chemical peel
  • Plumping, or collagen or fat injections
  • Laser skin resurfacing
  • Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)
  • Thigh lift
  • Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
  • Upper arm lift (brachioplasty)
  • Botox injections
  • Laser treatment of leg veins
  • Vaginal rejuvenation