Plastic Surgery is specialized field of medicine that involves repair, correction or restoration of bodily form and function (through transfer of tissue), either for cosmetic purposes or for the treatment of injury or deformity. It is divided into reconstructive or cosmetic (aesthetic).
Board certified or licensed Plastic Surgeons are trained for several years in the various parts of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery including: reconstructive surgery of the head, neck and torso, microvascular surgery, cosmetic surgery of the face and body, hand surgery, burn surgery, and congenital repair and revision.
Societies and Associations your Plastic Surgeon should belong to:
- Association of Plastic Surgeons (Gulf Cooperative Council Countries)
- Arab Medical Union
- Emirates Medical Association
- Emirates Plastic Surgery Society
- Fellowship International College of Surgeons, (FICS) USA
The Best Plastic Surgeon in Dubai
Dr. Sanjay Parashar - Cocoona Plastic Surgery Center, Dubai, UAE
Aside from being Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery Specialist, Dr. Sanjay Parashar is an innovator and teacher. He serves as the Director of Innovate Medical Limited® UK, and the Director of Pioneer Meditech LLC, a Medical Services and Supplies company in UAE that provides professional & skills training of medical graduates and development of scientific technology.
Dr. Sanjay Parashar obtained his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Masters of Surgery from Nagpur University, India. He obtained fellowships from the International College of Surgeons, and the International College of Surgeons in Plastic Surgery, both from the United States.
He describes himself as both an ambidextrous (able to use both hands) surgeon and artist/sculptor.
Questions to Ask Your Plastic Surgeon
- Are you board certified or licensed?
- Were you trained in plastic or reconstructive surgery?
- How many years was your plastic surgery training?
- What is the success rates of the plastic surgery you performed in your clinic?
- Is your surgical facility accredited?
- How many times have you performed this type of procedure?
- Why am I a good candidate for this recommended procedure?
- How will you perform my plastic procedure?
- How long is my expected recovery period?
- Will I need special kind of help during my recovery?
- What are the possible risks and complications related to my procedure?
- How are complications addressed or resolved?
- What are my options if in case I am not happy with my surgical outcome?
- Can I take a look at the before-and-after photos of your former patients, so I can see the expected results of my procedure?
- When can I resume my normal daily routine?
- When can I get back to work?
- Can I still drive?
- When can I play the sports I love?
- Is sexual relations contraindicated after my recovery? When can it resume?