If television shows like Bridalplasty are what inspired you to start researching plastic surgery, our Tuscaloosa liposuction staff seriously cautions you against letting your research stop there. Did you know that these shows (in which participants are striving to win a series of competitions for which cosmetic procedures are the prizes) are a transgression of the code of ethics laid out by the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS)? The organization states that a violation includes any event in which “The member participates in a charity raffle, fund raising event, contest or other promotion in which the prize is any procedure” (ASPS Code of Ethics, §2.I.K).

However, television isn’t the only detractor from ethical plastic surgery practices. Sometimes, the pursuit of a dollar is powerful enough for physicians who are not board certified plastic surgeons to market cosmetic surgery to naive prospects in search of a good bargain on a procedure. Often, that procedure is liposuction. This happened recently in Arizona, where three patients died during surgery at the clinic of Dr. Peter Normann. He was pronounced guilty of second-degree murder in the deaths of Ralph Gonzalez, 33, Leslie Ann Ray, 53, and of manslaughter for the death of Alicia Santizo Blanco, 41.

How can a doctor fail at performing liposuction? In Normann’s case, he had been an emergency room physician, and was only certified as an internist. He had never done a residency in plastic surgery, nor was he trained in anesthesiology. Instead, he had undergone six days of training in liposuction. Residencies for plastic surgery are generally two years long, after the candidate has undergone five years of general surgery training.

Investigators also found that his operating room lacked proper oxygen and monitoring equipment. Normann worked without anesthesiologists or nurses, relying on a massage therapist and a former restaurant worker with little or no training as medical technicians. When one of the now-deceased patients stopped breathing during liposuction, a paramedic that arrived on the scene claims to have seen the doctor inserting a breathing tube into the wrong part of the body – the esophagus, rather than the trachea. This is what deprived him of oxygen and ultimately killed him.

Our established Tuscaloosa liposuction surgeons, Dr. Oliver and Dr. Jack, are great examples of the kind of quality experienced, board certified plastic surgeons can offer. Each of them underwent a plastic surgery residency, which included in extensive training in liposuction. In fact, Dr. Jack scored in the top one percent of all plastic surgical residents in the nation on his in-service training examination during his chief-resident year, and Dr. Oliver is double board certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. These are the kinds of qualifications you should be looking for when selecting a plastic surgeon.

For information on becoming a Tuscaloosa liposuction patient, please contact Plastic Surgery Specialists today. Either of our surgeons will be glad to answer your questions during an initial consultation.

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It has become a lot more common for men and women to undergo a non-invasive rejuvenation procedure versus a surgical procedure. There are a variety of reasons for this; most non-invasive treatments provide immediate results with little to no downtime and typically last anywhere from six months to two years (depending on the treatment received). Surgical procedures take longer to perform and typically require a lengthy recovery period.

And because many individuals desire to undergo a non-surgical procedure as well as a surgical procedure, such as Botox® and facelift surgery, there are under-qualified doctors out there taking advantage of patients’ lack of knowledge by offering to perform both.

Although it may sound ideal to undergo surgical procedures in combination with, say, facial fillers and/or a chemical peel, it can pose a risk to the unsuspecting patient who is unaware of the specialist’s credentials and skills. If an individual holds a medical degree, he/she can legally perform a surgical procedure. The problem is when these doctors lack the proper training and experience to perform certain cosmetic plastic surgery procedures. In order to ensure that you are in capable hands, it is strongly advised that you research your physician’s training and certifications. A surgeon who has received the appropriate education will never be hesitant to display or show you his/her credentials. If he/she fails to provide you with the information, it is best to move on to one who is willing to do so.

If you are looking for a Nashville plastic surgeon with the appropriate training, experience, and skill set, you may be interested in contacting Larry C. Young, M.D., F.A.C.S. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), and has been in practice since 1983. Please feel free to browse his website to learn of the various procedures offered at his practice.

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For various reasons, men and women seek cosmetic plastic surgeons who are outside of the United States for a face, breast, or body enhancing procedure. One of the main reasons for doing so is the cost of the procedure; however, selecting a surgeon solely based on price can lead to unpleasant and/or unsafe circumstances. Not long ago, a Chula Vista resident died after her liposuction procedure in Tijuana, Mexico. The surgeon is said to claim certain memberships and society affiliations, yet no confirmation has been made.

In Beverly Hills, cosmetic plastic surgery professional Stuart A. Linder, M.D., F.A.C.S. has the education, training, and experience to provide patients with a safe and successful surgery. Dr. Linder performs face, breasts, and body enhancing procedures, while keeping the patient’s well-being in mind. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). As a part of these prestigious associations, Dr. Linder must adhere to standards and guidelines in order to ensure the patient’s safety.

To learn more about Dr. Linder and his experience in plastic surgery procedures, including liposuction surgery, you may browse his website. An initial consultation may also be of great benefit to further discuss your options.

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