How To Find The Best Chicago Plastic Surgeon?

Finding the best plastic surgeon can be quite confusing especially if you don’t have a proper guideline on how to do your search. The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) has formulated guidelines to help patients seeking for plastic surgery services. Plastic surgery is sensitive and should only be carried out by qualified and experienced surgeons who are also certified by the ABPS. Dr. Bloch from Body by Bloch, , click here to read more about Dr Bloch, is among the leading board-certified plastic surgeonsin America experienced in performing cosmetic surgeries. The doctor also performs a variety of aesthetic non-surgical procedures for most of his patients. Groups claiming to have low cost should not lure you as plastic surgery cost depends on the complexity of the surgery, your geographical area or surgeon’s experience.

BOARD CERTIFICATION

A doctor’s board-certification is the best indicator of his or her training in a particular medical or surgical specialty. In the USA, look for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the only Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to certify doctors in the specialty of plastic surgery. In Canada, look for certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCSC). International plastic surgeons should be board certified in their country of origin and a member of ISAPS and IPRAS.

EXPERIENCE

The experience of the plastic surgeon matters a lot when it comes to cosmetic surgery. Dr. Bloch is among the most experienced plastic surgeons in Chicago. The doctor has over 20 years experience in a variety of cosmetic procedures. Your preferred plastic surgeon should be skilled in a variety of aesthetic procedures and should be performing them on a regular basis. Issues on safety or effectiveness especially about new cosmetic procedures should be substantiated in a well reviewed publication. The surgical facility of your doctor should be accredited. Plastic surgery may be carried out in an office-based facility, hospital, ambulatory setting or surgical-centre. Surgeon members of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) operate from accredited facilities.

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER BEFORE SELECTING YOUR COSMETIC SURGEON

At this point, you may have narrowed your choices to one or two cosmetic surgeons. It is now time for the consultation. Here are key questions to consider:

• What is the surgeon’s area of expertise?
• Has the surgeon practiced for many years or performed many of these procedures?
• Is the surgeon friendly yet confident and professional?
• If the procedure will not be performed in the doctor’s office, does the surgeon use a certified surgical facility with board-certified anesthesiologists and up-to-date emergency equipment and anesthesia monitoring devices?
• What is the total price of the surgery? (This includes the surgeon’s fee, operating room, anesthesia, and other charges.)
• Are you allowed to see before and after pictures of other patients? Are computer images available for you and the surgeon to view together?
• Does the surgeon encourage you to ask questions?
• Are the surgeon’s answers to your questions realistic?

• If a second surgery is needed, what is your financial responsibility?

AFTER-CARE SERVICE

Follow-up care is highly regarded at Body by Bloch and should be like so in any good surgical facility. An ideal plastic surgeon will want to see the results after he/she has given you surgery and monitor your progress. This way, you can feel free to report any complications and regular visits will help you maintain the results after following instructions. Always keep in mind that good credentials and communication with your plastic surgeon are not a guarantee for your desired result but enhance better relationship for your treatment and recovery.

To book a consultation with Dr. Bloch call us at 847-432-0840 or click here and fill out the consultation form.