Dr. Angelchik - Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon

    PHOENIX, AZ, February 11, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Searching for someone to help you create a younger, fresher you is a big job. When choosing the right plastic surgeon, there are many things to consider. After all, you usually do not get more than one chance to improve your appearance with plastic surgery or minimally invasive cosmetic treatments.

Education
Obviously, you want to choose a plastic surgeon that is well educated in the area of expertise for the procedure you are considering. There are two ways to find out more about the doctor.

- Go online and see what you can find about his education.
- Ask the doctor for the information; all doctors are more than willing to share this with their patients.

Plastic surgery is a medical specialty that requires years of additional schooling and residency after medical school. The doctor should also be concerned with continuing his or her education in order to stay abreast of the latest techniques and technologies that drive cosmetic surgical procedures.

Associations
One of the single most important considerations is to pick a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. ASPS members have at least six years of experience and training in surgery, with at least three years in plastic surgery. In addition, they meet the following qualifications:

- Must be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Must operate an accredited facility
- Must participate in continuing education programs
- Must follow a strict code of conduct

Other important associations include any fellowships and other board certifications. Charitable contribution of time and service go a long way towards evaluating the plastic surgeon. Also, associations provide a good indication of what the doctor's peers think of his or her ability and skill.

Experience
Gauging the experience of a plastic surgeon takes more than just finding out how many years they have been in practice. You might want to look into his history to see if there are any newsworthy problems with the doctor. Something making the news in a negative manner does not necessarily mean there is a problem, but everything should be taken into consideration.

Talking to friends and family members who have undergone cosmetic surgery are also a way to find out more about the bedside manner and the skill of the doctor. You can also take a look at before and after pictures of people undergoing similar surgeries to what you are looking at, as well as reading their testimonials.

Vision
Finally, it is important when choosing the right plastic surgeon to get an understanding of his or her vision for your procedure. Plastic surgery is an art form as well as a skill and setting up clear goals for improving your appearances and carrying out those goals. The best way understand your doctor's vision is during a comprehensive patient interview.

Choosing the right plastic surgeon in Phoenix is as simple as visiting www.doctorangelchik.com. There, you can find out more about your plastic surgery options and the qualifications for Dr. Angelchik, serving patients in and around Phoenix, Arizona.

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