The sensitivity of ones breast can change as a reaction to the changing size of a breast during and after surgery. Doctors will take special care to protect nerves in the breast during surgery; however, sometimes nerve paths are affected. Surgical techniques that do not cut the nerves connecting to the nipple are less likely [...]
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The Importance of Board Certification
- Published on : 30 October 09
- in : Board Certification
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Finding a board certified plastic surgeon is the link between you and a successful stress free surgery. Probably the most important element of the entire process is finding the right doctor for you. Similar to finding the right person for a relationship. Having and maintaining a strong relationship with your doctor is of the utmost [...]
Why The “Plastic” In Plastic Surgery?
- Published on : 28 October 09
- in : plastic surgery
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Some people wonder why plastic surgery is simply called plastic surgery. What does this mean? Why the plastic? Today we will be uncovering the reasoning behind why plastic surgery is called just that. Meaning “to mold or shape” the word “plastic” comes from the Greek word plastikos. Some of the first plastic surgeries were done to [...]
What You Get With A Board Certified Surgeon
- Published on : 27 October 09
- in : ASPS, Board Certification
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Today we will cover some of the qualifications necessary to obtain certification from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Once certified, surgeons are qualified to practice in an array of areas as they have proven that they are capable of executing various surgical procedures. Below are a few of the qualifications necessary so when you [...]
Qualifications For ASPS Membership
- Published on : 20 October 09
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As we covered in the previous post the ASPS (American Society For Plastic Surgeons) is a coveted and necessary position for any surgeon looking to establish themselves. Here we will cover a few of of the credentials necessary to qualify for membership to the society:
- Has at least 6 years of training and experience in [...]
ASPS 101
- Published on : 20 October 09
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While many people in the world of plastic surgery are aware of board certification as an important element of the surgical process, few know the background and purpose of the society.
As the largest plastic surgery society in the world, the mission of ASPS is to advance quality care to plastic surgery patients by encouraging high [...]
Cosmetic Surgery Procedures Performed by Board Certified Plastic Surgeons
- Published on : 28 August 09
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Have you ever wished that in-depth information on all the Best Board Certified Plastic Surgeons was available in one place and that their Surgeon Profiles were available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week? Well, your wishes have come true!
Board Certified Plastic MD is your ultimate Internet resource for detailed information on Board Certified [...]