Cosmetic Surgery Without Fear provides a place to turn and is a compilation of diligent research and invaluable patient information that can mean the difference between a positive and negative experience.
In understandable language, Cosmetic Surgery Without Fear explains informed consent, surgical options, emerging technology, physician selection criteria, facility accreditation, procedures, and offers tips for recovery and much more. Cosmetic Surgery Without Fear arms the prospective patient with information not often disclosed by physicians. This is the definitive guide, backed by the nations leading cosmetic surgery consumer advocacy company (Cosmetic Surgery Consultants-CSC) which is staffed with professionals who can assist with one of the most exciting and rewarding decisions one can make. CSC is the only organization in the U.S. to develop and apply nationally accepted screening and credentialing standards to cosmetic surgeons.
The author, Pat Burgess, has 17 years of health care marketing, quality management experience, and is a cosmetic surgery patient. Pat considers herself lucky since she never asked her surgeon one question about his qualifications, even though her background was in health care. She admits she was a bit intimidated, and that it was her doctors beautiful office and gorgeous staff that caught her attention. Although Pat had a positive experience with great results, she has since spoken to many people who have not been as fortunate. This is what compelled her to form her company and produce this booka dedication to assisting men and women in making safe, informed decisions and avoiding the horror stories.
