1. Surgeon qualifications

Consider what qualifications your surgeon has before opting for surgery. It is important for the surgeon to be board certified in Plastic Surgery from a country of your choice where you would expect qualifications are of an acceptable standard.

2. Length of time and reputation within the community

How many years has your surgeon of choice been in practice? Do he or she have a reputation for excellence within the community? Ideally, your surgeon should reside in the country of your choice. Visiting surgeons tend to lack follow-up care unless there is a support team on the ground. “The concept of visiting surgeons always amazes me; unless there is a sub specialty offering such as revisions for Rhinoplasty, lid surgery or novel techniques. I believe if one is busy enough in one’s home country the only reason for travelling to another would be for holidays” remarks Dr. Khan.

3. Referral type

The best way of selecting your surgeon is generally through word of mouth, and/or through having spoken to someone who has had experience with the doctor. The Internet and media are sometimes simply a function of how much one is spending on social media, marketing and Google ad words.

4. Comfort level

Comfort level at the initial consultation with your surgeon should involve a feeling that there has been complete honesty in terms of patient education: pros and cons of the surgery, alternative solutions, discussion of complications and your suitability for the type of surgery that you desire. It is important that you see some before and after images in order to ensure that other’s results are in line with your own expectations.

5. Price

Undoubtedly, price is important when considering the purchase of any service. However, there are a few points to avoid. Firstly, try not to get involved in a surgery that is unaffordable and therefore puts strain on your financial resources. Secondly, avoid looking for bargains as aesthetic surgery involves potentially, your appearance and subsequent well-being.

Book a consultation with Dr. Jaffer Khan.