According to recent reports, approximately 25% of young Americans are unable to meet physical requirements in order to join and serve in the military, according to top armed forces leaders.

For the first time in history, a potential threat to national security is originating from an internal source, being a lack of healthy individuals who are willing and able to serve, according to Mission: Readiness, a group of retired admirals, generals, and other senior military leaders.

“It’s not drug abuse, it’s not asthma, it’s not flat feet — by far the leading medical reason is being overweight or obese,” said retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Norman Seip at a news conference.

In light of this startling health discovery, the medical field, including several plastic surgeons, is responding to the demands for healthier recruits and to combat obesity on a national level in the wake of this urgent issue.

Discount Liposuction For Military Personnel

Hawaii liposuction specialist, Dr. Michael Pasquale, M.D., is among the plastic surgeons offering discounted liposuction for military personnel. Being a former soldier and located near Hawaii’s military facilities, Dr. Pasquale is very knowledgeable about the requirements for the military, including the “tape test” and other standard assessments. These tests for military personnel have direct bearing on your fitness for both promotion and employment retention.

“The logic is pretty obvious,” said retired Army Brig. Gen. Clara Adams-Ender. “The troops need to be in excellent physical condition because of the demands of the important jobs they do in defense. Rigorous physical and mental standards are critical if we are to maintain the fighting readiness of our military.”

Many plastic surgery facilities, particularly practices near military bases, offer discounts to military personnel and their dependents. Interested parties must conduct research on practices near them, in order to learn which offer discounts, as well as providing a level of care and service that only comes from board certified doctors and medical facilities.

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Patients who undergo any type of surgical procedure are strongly urged to research their surgeon, the procedure itself, and the surgical center and staff. The better informed an individual is prior to surgery, the greater chance of reducing risks and/or complications. These factors hold true especially for those who opt for a cosmetic plastic surgery. Individuals who choose to enhance their face, breasts, and/or body are strongly encouraged to be educated in all aspects of their procedure.

Recently, a lawsuit was filed against a Lifestyle Lift’s Boston area office claiming that a patient died shortly after the physicians began a cosmetic procedure. Furthermore, there are claims that there was no anesthesiologist present and that the patient was not hooked up to any continuous-monitoring equipment. The women suffered a seizure, her blood pressure and oxygen levels fell, and was later declared brain dead. This unfortunate event shows the importance of visiting a qualified plastic surgeon who has the experience and training to properly perform the surgery at hand. Those who decide to visit a clinic simply based on cost must still consider their own health before committing to surgery; unknown allergies or negative reactions must be monitored by a trained professional.

When asked for his opinion on the matter, Plano face lift surgeon Robert D. Wilcox, M.D. notes that there are numerous red flags in these “assembly line” type procedures that should not have been ignored. He notes that these facilities market a quick and cost effective procedure, not the qualifications or reputation of a particular doctor. Dr. Wilcox urges patients to seek a surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), as well as a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). In addition, a qualified anesthetist or anesthesiologist should be present throughout the entire procedure in order to monitor the patient and help prevent complications.

Dr. Wilcox tells his own patients that elective surgery is still a major procedure and corners should not be cut. Patients should want to have everything possible done for them when undergoing cosmetic plastic surgery. Finding a surgeon who has practiced for many years and holds a positive reputation is the key to achieving a high quality surgical experience.

Those who wish to learn more regarding face lift surgery in Dallas, TX and the importance of research prior to undergoing a cosmetic procedure may contact Dr. Wilcox at (972) 620-1700.

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