After you've made the decision to have plastic surgery, choosing the right plastic surgeon for your needs is the next step. Choosing a qualified plastic or cosmetic surgeon is not easy, and we recommend that you devote a lot of time and effort into researching potential doctors.Your goal is to gather as much information as possible on plastic surgeons in your area in order to begin the process of selection.

First, you should make a realistic list of potential plastic surgeons. We recommend using friends and family members who have been under the care of a plastic surgeon, even if they have not had cosmetic surgery. A plastic surgeon who achieves outstanding results in reconstructive procedures can be expected to deliver the same skill and expertise to cosmetic surgery. Recommendations from health care workers, such as operating room nurses, hospital referral lines, medical directories, and even the phone book can also be helpful. Remember that you are only making a list and your final choice will be based on your own experience with the doctor and his staff.

The next step is to investigate each physician's credentials. We would recommend that you limit your list to doctors who are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, which is a certifying board under the auspices of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Do a thorough background check on their medical school and residency training. You can obtain this information by contacting your local hospital, the Indiana Medical Society, or the American Board of Plastic Surgeons atwww.plasticsurgery.org/psf.

After narrowing your list by checking credentials, you can begin to examine your potential surgeons on a more personal level. Call several cosmetic surgery practices and ask to speak with the Patient Coordinator. An in-depth conversation with the Patient Coordinator will often give you an accurate first impression about how you will be treated in the practice. If your first impression is favorable, schedule a consultation. The ideal plastic surgeon will make you feel comfortable, take the time to listen to your concerns, answer all of your questions honestly and accurately, and provide you with objective recommendations. Bring a list of questions and ask as many as you like. Ask to see "before and after" photos of other cosmetic surgery patients and ask to speak with former patients to listen to their experiences. Once you have completed all of these steps, chances are that you will be satisfied with your choice.

Many patients find it helpful to have consultations with more than one plastic surgeon. This approach allows you to compare the different personalities of doctors and their staff, listen to their recommendations, and discover how attentive they will be to your needs.

At this time you should be ready to choose the ideal plastic surgeon for you. Once you have placed Renaissance Plastic Surgery on your initial list, we are confident that we will be your first choice because of our high success rate and our genuinely happy patients. You are the reason that Renaissance Plastic Surgery exists. Our reputation is one of experience, expertise, and individualized care and attention. See for yourself so that you can make an informed decision. We look forward to hearing from you!