Okay I'll say it: Plastic surgery-my field-tends to attract its share of strange practitioners. I talk frequently about the latest plastic surgeon to get in trouble with the law. This latest news item is not someone who has done anything illegal. He's just done something bizarre. He's created, through plastic surgery, what he considers the "perfect wife." This story comes out of London, but involves German … [Read more...]
Before & After Labiaplasty Photos
Reputable plastic surgeons will have before and after photos for prospective patients to examine prior to having a labiaplasty done. In fact, I advise people regularly, as they're researching and trying to find the surgeon to perform their procedure, to make use of these photos. But how? And just what exactly are you looking for? Let's take a look at this issue. … [Read more...]
The “Mulligan” in Plastic Surgery
I still remember my first time playing miniature golf with a male friend, years ago. I hit a particularly bad shot that left the green, and he said I could have a mulligan. "What's a mulligan?" I asked. He explained that's when you're playing golf for fun, and you're allowed to re-do a shot to see if you can get it right this time. (Many years and scores of mulligans later, I'm a much better mini-golfer, thank you … [Read more...]
Your Career as a Plastic Surgery Nurse
I'm approached frequently by people wanting to know about getting into a career as a plastic surgeon. I've even written on the subject here, but only recently was I asked about a career as a nurse within a plastic surgeon's office. So in the interest of fair play, here is what I know about this field and how you can get into it. First, let me state that this is a worthwhile career goal to pursue. After all, … [Read more...]
Advice to Men Regarding Labiaplasty
For obvious reasons, since I deal a lot with labiaplasty and vaginoplasty, I deal mostly with women. However, let me break with my normal patterns and speak with the men. That's right, I want to talk to the guys about that most-female of procedures, the labiaplasty. Specifically, let's discuss what you should do if you feel that a labiaplasty would be helpful to your spouse or sexual partner. There are a few steps … [Read more...]
The Down Side of Plastic Surgery Vacations
Medical "vacations" or "holidays" are all the rage these days. After all, what could be bad about making a trip out of the country to get a medical procedure done if it saves you a few thousand dollars? … [Read more...]
My 5-Year Plastic Surgery Forecast
It's always fun taking a look into the future and predicting what you think the next year or two years will bring. For me, of course, that means trying to predict what the world of plastic surgery holds in store in the near future. Here, then, is my forecast for the next five years in the area of plastic / cosmetic surgery. … [Read more...]
Pop Star Wins Plastic Surgery Lawsuit
I ran across this news item a couple of places online and thought readers here might be interested, because it underlines again the need to make sure you hire only accredited, experienced surgeons for your plastic surgery. … [Read more...]
Labia: So Just What’s Normal?
Since much of labiaplasty surgery is concerned with modifying a woman's labia to become closer to what is considered "normal," it seems reasonable to discuss what is normal. But before we do so, let me say that my take on labiaplasty is somewhat different than even most patients. I don't think the purpose should be to become "normal," whatever that means. I think the goal should be what makes the patient … [Read more...]
Advice for My Fellow Plastic Surgeons
It seems almost every month I hear more plastic surgeons being sued for malpractice or botched surgeries. Many of these make it into the news. As I was thinking about this the other day, I started wondering why this is--and what my fellow plastic surgeons can do about it. … [Read more...]
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