The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is composed of an incredibly thoughtful, talented, and accomplished group of cosmetic surgeons. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down and learn a bit more about Dr. Maria Lombardo, our featured diplomate for November. Dr. Lombardo has a great passion for the artistic,… Read More »
Planning for cosmetic surgery and recovery can feel overwhelming, and you may forget to ask a few important questions during appointments with your surgeon. Dr. Rhys Branman, a cosmetic surgeon in Little Rock, Arkansas, recently answered some of the most common questions patients ask regarding their surgery. In his article,… Read More »
What do you picture when you think of a cosmetic surgeon? This summer a wonderful thing happened: surgeons, namely female surgeons, started Tweeting images of themselves to promote the idea that our medical community is evolving and becoming more diverse—and the #ILookLikeASurgeon hashtag was born. Here at the American Board… Read More »
The International Business Times recently explored the financial, educational, and ethical factors behind an ongoing debate in their article “Medical Turf Wars: Plastic Surgeons Clash With Other Doctors About Who Can Perform Liposuction And Tummy Tucks.” Understanding the Issue The article covers the “state-by-state battle” that’s occurring within the medical… Read More »
American Board of Cosmetic surgery president and Las Vegas cosmetic surgeon Dr. Samir Pancholi was recently interviewed by the Las Vegas Review Journal regarding obsessive body modification. Focusing on how addictive body modification can take the form of excessive cosmetic surgery, Dr. Pancholi discussed body dysmorphic disorder and how to… Read More »
We recently sat down with Dr. Mitchell Kaye to hear about the more emotional side of being a cosmetic surgeon. Keep reading to hear more about Dr. Kaye’s experience helping underprivileged burn victims in Columbia. What is one of the most gratifying parts of being a cosmetic surgeon? I have… Read More »
In addition to credentials, training, and experience, did you know that before and after photos are an important part of choosing your surgeon? Not only is this a good way to see the quality of a surgeon’s work, it is also an opportunity to begin visualizing your own results. To… Read More »
If you’re planning on attending a big event and can’t wait to show off the results of your “mommy makeover,” you’ll want to make sure you time your surgery right. Use the infographic below to make sure you’re happy, healed, and ready to reveal your changes in time for the big… Read More »
It’s not a coincidence that many practicing cosmetic surgeons have a background in art, which classically includes studying the human figure via drawing and sculpture. To successfully create a beautiful work of art, it’s important to have a rich understanding of human anatomy—and this holds true for both art and… Read More »
Another year has passed, and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is pleased to welcome our recently board certified cosmetic surgeons! These surgeons have shown an unrivaled passion and commitment to cosmetic surgery. Prior to being accepted into an accredited cosmetic surgery fellowship training program, all of our surgeons graduated… Read More »