Facial Rejuvenation Procedure Consultation Questions
Bringing a list of questions with you to your consultation or preoperative visit with prospective facial surgeons can help ensure you get all the answers you need about your facial rejuvenation procedure.
We make it simple. Print this document before each appointment, bring it with you to the appointment and take copious notes. It is also helpful to bring a friend or family member with you to these visits because two sets of ears are better than one.
The Basics
Surgeon: _____________________ Date: _________ Time: _____ am/pm
Phone: _______________ Address: ______________________________
Website: __________________________
Certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery: Y/N
Certified by American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: Y/N
Patient referral list available: Y/N
Has before & after photos: Y/N
About the Surgeon
How long have you been in practice?
How many [insert procedure here] have you performed?
Is your surgery center accredited?
Do you have hospital privileges?
If so, where?
About the Procedure(s)
Am I an appropriate candidate for [insert procedure name]?
Will I receive a detailed preoperative instruction package?
What are the risks of this particular procedure?
What type of recovery can I expect?
How long do you recommend I take off from work or school to heal properly?
What type of anesthesia do you suggest for the procedure?
Who will be administering the anesthesia?
Is it possible to speak with this person beforehand?
If I have an emergency the night after surgery, what should I do?
If I need anything after hours, how will I be able to get in touch with you or your staff?
About the Procedure Cost
How much will the procedure cost?
Are financing options available?
Does insurance ever cover the cost of this procedure?
Are there any hidden costs that I should know about such as lab work, postoperative check-ups, additional medications, compression garments or surgical attire?
What is your revision surgery policy?
When you're done with your list of questions, it's also a good idea to ask your prospective surgeon if he or she feels that there any topics or concerns that you may have left out.
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Gregory Dumanian, MD
John Kim, MD
Robert D. Galiano, MD
Mohammed Alghoul, MDNorthwestern Plastic Surgery
259 E Erie St.
Floor 20, Suite 2060
Chicago, IL 60611
312-695-6022
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Sean Maguire, MD
Physician's Center for Beauty
24 Chenoweth Lane
Louisville, KY 40207
(866) 774-9105
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Mune Gowda, MD
3270 West Big Beaver
Suite 415
Troy, MI 48084
248-305-8400