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Preparing For Your Liposuction Consultation

The Internet is FULL of information - you can get referrals, tips, warnings, support and more just by signing online. All of this can be done over the Internet until you actually need to meet your surgeon and visiting his office. This is important. After having researched your procedure and looked and hundreds of before & after photos - you will choose a surgeon and schedule a few, or possibly many, consultations.

Included in this section are lists and links to printer-friendly lists of information that you may find helpful in preparing for your consultation and interviewing the surgeon.

What to Do Before Your Consult

There re several things you should do before your plastic surgery consultation such as research several surgeons so you will be able to check out all of your options. Don't be afraid to travel - although having a surgeon close to him is. by far, ideal. If you have no really good liposuction surgeons in your area - please find one who is.

If you are hung up on having a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) - and I don't mean that in a bad way - please don't pass up surgeons who ARE good but lack that particular certification. There are many surgeons out there who are skilled who have not even taken the test to acquire this certification. If you are not sure what you should be looking for in a surgeon please see out Choosing a Great Liposuction Surgeon section for more information.

I just don't want you to believe you are safe JUST BECAUSE a surgeon has an ABPS certification. There are many more factors you need to consider before deciding upon a particular surgeon.

Don't get discouraged if you don't find a surgeon you are comfortable with right at first. If you look long enough (be sure not to rush into this!) you will find a surgeon (or even a few) who is worthy of operating on you. This isn't getting a pair of eyeglasses or contacts fitted. This is surgery, so take your time.

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Check around and be aware of all your options. Research the many techniques regarding liposuction. This may take some time, but it is well worth it.
There is a vast amount of information available on the web as well as pamphlets free to the public from libraries and doctors' offices, without obligation.
Don't be afraid to ask around. Check phonebooks, ask around your salon or gym, go through referral agencies, ask nurses, search online - join our forum discussions
Compile a list of possibilities and begin checking them out for disciplinary actions and check to see if they are currently board certified. Also check for possible negative media coverage.
You can find out if they have been disciplined by writing your State Medical Board.
Check with the American Board of Medical Specialists by calling 1-800-776-2378 Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern time.
Has the doctor's malpractice insurance ever been cancelled? Some state medical boards will tell you when a doctor has had insurance cancelled (beware! most doctors can get insurance no matter how bad their record is).
What does the American Medical Association (AMA) have on file about the doctor? The American Medical Directory, published by the AMA, lists the affiliations of its members. It should be available at your public library. However, for $60. the AMA will provide biographical information on as many as four physicians.
Write: AMA, Department of Physician Data Services, Dept. P, 515 N. State St. Chicago, Illinois 60610
EXTRA! Now, in some cases just because a doctor has been involved in a lawsuit, settling out of court or what not, doesn't mean that doc is a bad one. People sue for everything nowadays and some doctors don't wish to go through the battle. Likewise, if a doctor has NOT ever been disciplined, it doesn't mean he is a good one either. Maybe it just hasn't happened yet.
Beware of the doctor who fails to listen to your concerns or fails to bring the risks and complications of your chosen procedure to your attention. KNOW THE RISKS!
Trust your instincts as well. Sometimes, if you have a bad feeling about someone or something - there's a reason.
Not all surgeons charge for a consultation. The price of the consult does not necessarily reflect on the skill of the surgeon. Prices vary from free to $500.
Speak to others, like you, who have undergone or will undergo the same procedure you are interested in. Check the Liposuction4You.com Discussion Forum.
If you view before and after photos (from the web, doctors' offices, etc.) do realize that they can be retouched digitally or "airbrushed" and not to rely solely on them.
Look through magazines, old photos or other sources to help you decide what you DO and do NOT want as a result. But remember to be realistic in your expectations.
Compile a list of the medications, if any, that you may be on as a reference. You doctor should instruct you to refrain from ingesting any products containing aspirin. V iew the Medication & Supplement List.
Discuss with your spouse or significant other your wishes and concerns; perhaps they, themselves, may have input or concerns you may not have thought of.

What to Bring to Your Consult

Bring a list of questions you may have for the surgeon.
Bring your list of medications for reference. Highlight or jot down medications which you take presently or have questions about so you will remember at your consultation.
Bring some photos to provide a visualization for the surgeon on the results you desire and DON'T desire.
Bring a friend, family member or spouse for support.

Furthermore...If you can think of any other questions or additional information you desire to know, don't hesitate to ask or express your concerns.

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