Choosing the right BOTOX Cosmetic Surgeon

    PHOENIX, AZ, January 07, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Making health decisions is extremely important; you do not want to leave your health care in the hands of an inexperienced amateur. You choose your family doctor wisely. While choosing the right BOTOX cosmetic surgeon is not the same as choosing a family doctor, it is still important to seek someone with the training and experience to help you look your best. When choosing the right BOTOX cosmetic surgeon it is important to examine the following areas:

-- Education
-- Certification and associations
-- Continuing education
-- Experience

Education and Certifications
Cosmetic surgery is a medical specialty that requires several additional years of medical courses and surgical residency. A good indication of the surgeon's abilities and skills is by receiving a board certification in major practice areas. The certifying board should be an approved board of the American Board of Medical Specialties, like the American Board of Plastic Surgeons.

Every few years, the cosmetic surgeon is re-evaluated and must be re-certified to retain active board status. A doctor who has passed a few board certifications has been examined under a microscope and is shown to meet their rigorous standards.

Associations
The groups and associations to which a surgeon belongs provide a good indication of their abilities. When choosing the right cosmetic surgeon, finding one who is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons is an important consideration. Members of the ASPS meet the following qualifications:

-- Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
-- Have at least six years of training in a surgical specialty with at least three years in plastic or cosmetic surgery
-- Operate in accredited facilities
-- Follow a strict and ethical code of conduct
-- Continue education as required including following standards of patient safety

In addition, a qualified cosmetic surgeon may also be a fellow in a board such as a Fellow of the American Board of Surgeons, or American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Continuing Education
A qualified and caring cosmetic surgeon is concerned about staying abreast of the latest techniques and technologies that occur each year. By keeping up with continuing education, even above and beyond whatever medical boards require, your surgeon helps shape the future of cosmetic surgery. Continuing education is an important indicator of your surgeon's motivations and skill.

Experience
Finally, it is important to seek additional confirmation of the cosmetic surgeon's experience. Visiting with family and friends and getting an idea of what the surgeon has done for them is always a good way to check on the doctor's bed side manner and the success of the treatments. Each doctor will also have a vast record of before and after images of BOTOX patients that you can look at and get a sense of the expected results.

Choosing the right BOTOX cosmetic surgeon is an important step in improving your overall appearance with BOTOX treatments. Make sure you do your homework and find a qualified surgeon in your area.

To find out more about skilled BOTOX cosmetic options in Phoenix, Arizona, please visit the website of Dr. Paul Angelchik today.

Website: http://www.doctorangelchik.com

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