Sep 11

While recommendations from friends and/or relatives are excellent ways to find qualified lipo specialists in your area, you may also turn to the Internet to find a professional to perform your procedure. A good place to begin your search is the American Society of Plastic Surgeons’ website. With the group’s online surgeon finder, you can quickly search for ASPS members in the U.S. and abroad. According to the ASPS’s website, members meet the following qualifications:

  • Has at least six years of training and experience in surgery, with three years specifically in plastic surgery
  • Is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Operates only in accredited medical facilities
  • Adheres to a strict code of ethics
  • Fulfills continuing education requirements, including patient safety techniques
  • Will be your partner, working to achieve your goals

For more information, please visit www.plasticsurgery.org.