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Posted on 21 Dec 2023
Finding a plastic surgeon that’s right for you can be a difficult and overwhelming task. How do you know if they are qualified or that they have enough experience to give you the results you’re looking for? Let’s take a look at a few of the questions you’ll want to ask before picking a plastic surgeon.
Is My Doctor Board-Certified?
Finding a doctor who’s certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (AMPS) is crucial to ensuring you receive the expertise and skill needed to achieve the results you’re looking for. And keep in mind that many doctors may be board-certified by a medical board, but may not be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. For a doctor who is knowledgeable and skilled in plastic surgery specifically, you’ll want to look for the certification from the AMPS.
How do you know if they are certified? Many doctors display the certification on their website, but if it’s not there, you can go to the American Board of Medical Specialities website and put in the name of your doctor.
Does My Doctor Have Experience?
It goes without saying that you should find an experienced doctor, but some people are more skilled than others, especially when it comes to specific procedures. Look at your doctor’s bio and ask them questions about their experience when you go in for your consultation. Your doctor should be happy to answer any questions you have about their experience and how many surgeries they have performed.
On top of their years of experience, ask for before and after pictures as well. A plastic surgeon should have no problem showing you a variety of before and after images from past surgeries.
Have I Looked at Patient Reviews and Testimonials?
One of the best ways to find out if a doctor is right for you or not is by checking out their reviews and testimonials. You can find them on Google, on the doctor’s website, or on a variety of other sites that post patient testimonials. With actual patient reviews, you can see the kind of experience past patients had, if there were any problems, and how they were dealt with.
Schedule A Consultation
If you’re looking for a board-certified, skilled, and experienced plastic surgeon, you could not be in better hands than with Dr. Neaman and Dr. Christiansen at Neaman Plastic Surgery. Take the first step today and schedule a consultation. Call our Salem, OR office at 844-338-5445 or use our online contact form.
Dr. Keith Neaman
Dr. Neaman is a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in surgical body contouring. He prides himself on being on the cutting edge of plastic surgery. He takes an informative approach to each consultation, and through open dialogue and communication, he helps his patients decide on a treatment plan that meets their needs.
