Plastic Surgery News
Transform yourself with news from the world of plastic surgery. Information includes new technology and techniques regarding reconstructive surgery for trauma, mastectomy, etc. and cosmetic surgery covering facelifts, tummy tucks and breast augmentation. Find news about leading clinics, practitioners, partnerships, marketing and services.
LaserTight Introduces First Portable CO2 Fractional Hand Piece
First portable CO2 fractional hand piece converts CO2 lasers into a fractional system with treatment options capability. - August 06, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic of Edina Wins National Customer Service Award
Twin Cities medical spa Skin Rejuvenation Clinic was recently acknowledged with a national customer service award for patient satisfaction. - July 25, 2008 - Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, PA
Nonsurgical Blepharoplasty Featured at Multi-Specialty Foundation Meeting
LaserTight LLC Showcases New Devices and Procedures to Meet Growing Demand for Minimally Invasive Procedures. - June 21, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh of The Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction Creates the Aging Arc
Dr. Azizzadeh's Aging Arc Explains the difference between age and aesthetic. - June 10, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Dr. Rebecca Pitts Achieves Accredited Fellow Status in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry®
Dr. Rebecca Pitts has achieved Accredited Fellow status in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). Accredited Fellow status marks the highest level of clinical achievement in the AACD. - June 03, 2008 - Rebecca Pitts Centre for Cosmetic and Advanced Dentistry
Patients Select Poland as a Destination for Breast Reduction Surgery
Poland is rapidly emerging as a popular destination for patients seeking breast-reduction, as many women find the cost of the procedure prohibitively high at private clinics in the United Kingdom, and are subjected to long waiting lists for the procedure on the NHS. Women consider breast reduction... - May 09, 2008 - StatMedica UK Ltd
Introduction of Botox in Facial Paralysis Surgery Leading to Optimism for Bell's Balsy Patients
Bell's palsy is a disorder that can cause facial paralysis due to damage of the nerves that control the muscles that control facial movement. The typical effects of Bell's palsy can include swelling and inflammation of the face and affects the nerves that sends signals to the brain, which then... - April 30, 2008 - Facial Paralysis Institute
Changes in the Field of Revision Rhinoplasty
There are many changes going on in the field of revision rhinoplasty that will impact patients and doctors alike in the near future. - April 30, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Poland Emerges as a Popular Destination for Vaginoplasty and Labioplasty
Increasing numbers of patients from Western Europe are traveling to Poland for genital surgery. - April 30, 2008 - StatMedica UK Ltd
Choice Medical Services to Add Australia & Other Worldwide Treatment Destinations; National Survey Finds Strong Consumer Interest in Medical Tourism
Choice Medical Services, a leading medical tourism firm helping North American consumers to receive medical care abroad, plans to add Australia and several more treatment destinations in the next 18 months. This comes after the new "2008 Survey of Health Care Consumers" found that nearly 40 percent of consumers would consider having an elective procedure performed abroad if they could save half or more, and be assured that quality was equal to or better to what they have in their own country. - March 19, 2008 - Choice Medical Services
New York Plastic Surgeon Performs Pro Bono Surgery on Disadvantaged Patient Where Health Insurance Coverage was Denied
Manhattan based facial plastic surgeon and Director of the Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey, Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D., offers his skill and compassion to a Brooklyn, New York woman tormented physically and emotionally from a medical condition not covered by her health... - February 25, 2008 - The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey
AZ Med Tec Announces the Newest Innovations in Surgical and Aesthetic Laser Technologies
AZ Med Tec announces FDA Approval to distribute the INTER-medic laser product line to the U.S. market. INTERmedic products offer patient-friendly solutions of high user-comfort in Aesthetic, Vascular, Surgical and Dental Laser applications. - February 04, 2008 - AZ Med Tec
Medical Tourism Panama: Dermaglide Laser Clinic is Part of the Program
South Seas Pharmaceuticals.S.A. today announced that Dr. Agueda Pedreshchi had joined the Medical Tourism team for “Treatment Abroad” offered by South Seas Pharmaceuticals in Panama. - December 13, 2007 - South Seas Pharmaceuticals S.A.
"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg
In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Somnia Announces "The Five Rules for Choosing the Right Anesthesia Management Company" Written by Pres & CEO Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA and Exec VP & CMO Robert Goldstein, MD
Executive Healthcare Management recently published an editorial featuring the expertise of Marc E. Koch, MD, MBA, President & CEO, Somnia Inc. and Robert Goldstein, MD, Executive Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Somnia Inc. Excerpt from "The five rules for choosing the right... - November 27, 2007 - Somnia Inc.
"Donde West Death Highlights Unnecessary Risk of General Anesthesia for Cosmetic Surgery," Asserts Dr. Friedberg
In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives’ Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donde West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery. “Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are no medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. - November 15, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
12 Women Earn Free Breast Implants on MyFreeImplants.com -- That's 2 Dozen Double-D's
MyFreeImplants.com posted record growth in revenue, memberships and most importantly -- bust lines. The number of memberships on the website are simply bursting at the seams. Through the massive support of the philanthropic efforts from contributors worldwide, this innovative website is proving to be a viable force in the lucrative cosmetic surgery financing industry. - November 06, 2007 - MyFreeImplants.com, LLC
Canadian Couple Goes to Cuba for Her Orthopedic Surgery, But Instead They Both Get Treated
A Halifax couple, Diane and Vern Paul, traveled to Cuba so that she could get orthopedic surgery, but instead, they both were treated. Vern was so impressed with the quality of medical care in Cuba, that at the last minute he decided to get cosmetic surgery. Diane chose Cuba because she knew that the country had outstanding health care, and she wanted to avoid the one-year wait for her treatment in Canada. - October 27, 2007 - Choice Medical Services
Epidemic of Anesthesia Overdosing… How Can You Avoid It?
“Most patients tolerate their anesthetic experience despite the care they receive rather than because of it,” claims Dr. Barry Friedberg, holder of the trademark “minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).®” - October 23, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Labiaplastysurgeon.com Opens Avant-Garde Center for Female Cosmetic Genital Procedures
With Cosmetic Genital Procedures for Women Dramatically Rising, First-of-its-Kind Center Serving both Men and Women Makes Surgical Remedies Available at One Location. - October 08, 2007 - LabiaplastySurgeon.com
Tummy Tuck Surgery Available at Mediconsult
Abdominoplasty – one of the most common plastic surgery – is available in Poland, at MediConsult’s clinic. - September 22, 2007 - Nina Manduk MediConsult
Meet MediConsult’s Medical Consultant in Dublin, Ireland
Great opportunity to talk about treatment abroad with Polish medical consultant in Dublin - September 21, 2007 - Nina Manduk MediConsult
New York Plastic Surgeon Develops Ground Breaking Face Lift Technique Performed Under Local Anesthesia Promising Instant Results and Faster Recovery
Manhattan based facial plastic surgeon and Director of the Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey, Oleh Slupchynskyj, M.D., has developed a breakthrough facial cosmetic treatment offering immediate and long lasting results in approximately 60 minutes. The SLUPLift proves to be... - September 19, 2007 - The Aesthetic Facial Surgery Center of New York and New Jersey
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Celebrated at Living Waters Spa with Activities & Specials
Living Waters Spa a European-style clothing optional resort is celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) with special rates for survivors as well as weekly events to promote breast health and breast cancer awareness. - September 12, 2007 - Living Waters Spa
fig. Secures Funding from Bessemer Venture Partners
Fig. today announced that it has completed a recapitalization of the company and secured an eight-figure capital investment from Bessemer Venture Partners. - September 08, 2007 - fig.
Cosmetic Surgery & Exotic Brazil
“Portuguese speaking Brazil is regarded as the world’s capitol of cosmetic surgery,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. In recognition of the Brazilian market, Friedberg’s “Anesthesia Cosmetic Surgery,” a ground-breaking book, is now scheduled for a Portuguese translation after only 4 months in print, according to publisher Cambridge University Press. Knowledge acquired in this book will empower patients to demand a safer, simpler anesthetic for their surgery. - September 07, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
NewImage.com Finds Cosmetic Foot Surgery Popularity is All Talk and No Walk
Interviews with foot surgery pundits, Dr. Steven K.D. Ross and Dr. James R. Christina, challenge the popularity of cosmetic foot surgery. - September 06, 2007 - NewImage.com
Kansas Citians Recognize fig. Medical Director; Dr. John Hiebert Selected as One of Kansas City’s Best Plastic Surgeons
Fig., the leader in medically supervised body shaping, is pleased to announce that Dr. John Hiebert, was nominated as one of the top five plastic surgeons to be recognized as the “Best of KC Plastic Surgeon.” - August 31, 2007 - fig.
Fig. Announces New Chief Marketing Officer; Fast Growing Company Taps Rob Marandino to Join Executive Team
Fig., the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced that it has named Rob Marandino as the company’s chief marketing officer. - August 28, 2007 - fig.
The Beautiful Lift Announces Its New Product That Gives Women an Immediate Breast Lift Without Surgery
The technique used in the application of this product combined with the shape of the adhesive make Beautiful Lift ® uniquely different from any other product of its kind in the market. - August 18, 2007 - Beautiful Lift
Free Boob Job Giveaway Winner Announced
Hundreds of women entered the random drawing but Jessica Levine of Miami, FL walked away with a free breast augmentation sponsored my MyFreeImplants.com and New Me Institute. Jenna Jameson presented the winning check to Jessica in front of a packed crowd. The second annual giveaway was the grand finale at this years Erotica-LA convention. - July 09, 2007 - MyFreeImplants.com, LLC
Local Lifestyle Manager Adds Healthcare to Concierge and Errand Services
Teresa Milner, founder and CEO of I Run You Play, Inc. (IRYP) announces a new division of her full-service concierge and errand business called, “A Time to Heal (ATTH).” After years of helping others with routine tasks, Milner’s conception of IRYP seemed a natural. Milner... - June 19, 2007 - I Run You Play Inc
NewImage.com Launches Cosmetic Surgery Blog
MyCosmeticSurgeryBlog.com, an authoritative, informative and open forum for those looking for frank, straightforward answers on the risks and benefits of cosmetic plastic surgery is now available to everyone. - June 14, 2007 - NewImage.com
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Holds 40th Anniversary Convention
The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) celebrated their 40th Anniversary last April 19-24, 2007 with a convention themed “The Aesthetic Meeting 2007 – Be a Part of It – An Interactive Educational Experience.” - May 28, 2007 - Dr. Carlos Lasa, Jr. Cosmetic Surgery Center
Cosmetic and Aesthetic Surgery in Serbia
Nature has a perfect shape – Our responsibility is to keep it up that way. Oxygen Zone launches the completely new web site www.oxygenzone.co.uk dedicated entirely to Health and Beauty Tourism in Serbia. It offers cosmetic and plastic surgery with internationally accredited aesthetic and plastic surgeons specialists and university professors who are at the cutting edge of their field with many teaching and practicing abroad. - May 22, 2007 - Oxygen Zone
From Botox to Botulism and Back – Featured on Good Morning America May 17th
How the quest for everlasting beauty through Botox® nearly turned deadly for a Florida doctor and his wife. This heart-warming story of survival sheds new light on the potential dangers involved with popular anti-wrinkle treatments. - May 18, 2007 - Dr. Eric Kaplan
Oxygen Zone – the Ultimate Guide to Medical Tourism
Introducing new vision in Medical Tourism. At Oxygen Zone, they take the long view. They do not take any commission yet they give unique guarantee – they promise that in the unlikely event that you might need to return to one of their partner’s hospitals for further surgery or investigations due to their partner’s fault; they will reimburse the cost of your flights if required and pay for hotel accommodation for the duration of your stay. They have chosen only the best and take full responsibility for them. - May 15, 2007 - Oxygen Zone
Award for Excellence in the Field of Cheek Implant Surgery in India for Forerunners Healthcare
The two-day international workshop-cum-conference was held in Bangalore on 20th February 2007, where Forerunners Healthcare Consultants won an award from the Association of Cosmetic Surgery India for providing consultancy and services to International patients who had come to India for their Cheek implant surgery. - March 25, 2007 - Forerunners Healthcare Consultants
NewImage.com Brings Cosmetic Plastic Surgery to the Masses
NewImage.com is the new destination for those looking to enhance their physical appearance, from cosmetic plastic surgery information to the latest rejuvenating treatments; NewImage.com is the one stop destination to make your personal perception of beauty a reality. - March 22, 2007 - NewImage.com
Rayner Institute for Career Advancement Announces Its Sponsorship of the Development of New Think Tank, The Medical Esthetic Policy Network & Patient Advocacy Group
Sponsoring phase one of development of a non-profit endeavor and to encourage participation, the Rayner Institute has made the initial effort to temporarily host the first Web-based international Medical Esthetic Think Tank. The Medical Esthetic Policy Network & Patient Advocacy Group will... - March 08, 2007 - Rayner Institute For Career Development
Manila Doctors Hospital Opens New Aesthetic Surgery Center
The Manila Doctors Hospital will inaugurate its Aesthetic Surgery Center on March 8, 2007. The center’s central location, quality healthcare services, affordable packages and skilled cosmetic plastic surgeons make it ideal for medical tourists who favor having procedures done in a hospital setting. - February 24, 2007 - Dr. Carlos Lasa, Jr. Cosmetic Surgery Center
Linda Leake Featured in Plastic Surgery Practice Advisor
Linda Leake, president of execUchange, a national firm that helps clients grow their companies, hold employees accountable and implement changes that make a difference, has been featured in Plastic Surgery Practice Advisor, the first and only resource devoted solely to the unique practice... - February 08, 2007 - execUchange
Breast Enlargement in Poland
There are many reasons why breast augmentations appeal to people. Many feel that it best solution to correct a disproportionate look within their bodies. Others find that it is the best way to return to the same look that they had at an earlier time. - January 30, 2007 - IQ MEDICA
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Pioneers New High Tech Face Lift Done Under Local Anesthesia Promises Quicker Recovery
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon Dr. Francis Palmer has pioneered a new high tech face lift procedure that is done under local anesthesia and requires only 3 days recovery time of a traditional face lift. Because the surgery is designed with minimal tissue dissection, it takes 1/5 of the operating time (90 minutes) and has 1/10th of the recovery time (3 days) of a traditional face lift. - January 25, 2007 - Dr. Francis R. Palmer, M.D., F.A.C.S
Accomplished Colorado Plastic Surgeon Receives Full Board Certification
Dr. Jeremy Z. Williams has recently earned his board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Williams graduated from the University of Texas Medical School, and completed seven years of extensive training in plastic, Maxillofacial, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Williams currently practices with Dr. Randolph C. Robinson at Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery in Lone Tree, Colorado. - December 13, 2006 - Park Meadows Cosmetic Surgery
Skin Care with Meaning: How Skincare Can Help with Cosmetic Surgery
Skincare News Magazine covers the topic of skin care after cosmetic surgery. - October 26, 2006 - Skincare-news.com
DuPage Plastic Surgery Announces the Opening of its Second Office in Suburban Chicagoland
W. John Bull, Jr., M.D. is pleased to announce the opening of his second office, located on the Rush-Copley Medical Center Main Campus in Aurora, IL. The primary office of DuPage Plastic Surgery is located at 1816 Bay Scott Circle, Suite 112, Naperville, IL. DuPage Plastic Surgery... - September 28, 2006 - DuPage Plastic Surgery
The World’s First Free Cosmetic Surgery Magazine to Launch
Excite Publishing today announces the launch of the first ever downloadable cosmetic surgery and makeover magazine. Entitled “Cosmetic Surgery Answers” the magazine will be freely available to anyone visiting the website (www.cosmeticsurgeryanswers.co.uk) and can be downloaded directly... - August 18, 2006 - Excite Publishing
New Plastic Surgery Office Focuses on Real People – with Real Results
Dr. Jose Rios, board certified plastic surgeon and his wife, Dr. Paula Lapinski, a board certified dermatologist, are opening their newest office of Rios & Lapinski, Plastic Surgery and Dermatologic Institute, located in the Main St. Promenade, 55 S. Main St., Suite 290. The couple also... - August 07, 2006 - Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Associates, S.C
Launch of Plasmetic.com, a new Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery blog
Real World Technologies announces the launch of http://www.plasmetic.com, a new web site which covers the latest trends & procedures in plastic surgery & cosmetic surgery. - July 02, 2006 - Plasmetic.com