2015 was a banner year in the world of cosmetic medicine, bringing notable advancements for improving your appearance along with the promise of reduced recovery times. Let’s get ready for the year ahead with a look back on this exciting year. The Popularity of Less Invasive Options Continues to Grow New technology increasingly allows patients […]
If you’re planning on attending a big event and can’t wait to show off your slimmer shape after liposuction, 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 day! Graphic Provided By: American Board of […]
It is with great excitement that we announce our newest President of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS), Dr. Jacob Haiavy! Dr. Haiavy is taking over for Dr. Samir Pancholi, who served the ABCS as president for several years. “It is an honor to follow in the footsteps of Dr. Samir Pancholi, who worked […]
If you’re planning on attending a big event and can’t wait to show off the results of your breast augmentation, 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 day! Graphic Provided By: American Board of […]
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, technical, and emotional aspects of […]
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, Dr. Branman outlines average recovery […]
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 of Cosmetic Surgery, we are […]
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 community over who is qualified […]
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 address it. “Studies have shown […]
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 been lucky enough in my […]
