I originally posted on this a year ago, but I think it’s fascinating enough to post it again. MSNBC has a great article on a person who travels to Mexico to have plastic surgery performed, bargain basement style. The article tells about a fly buzzing around the operating room while a facelift is being performed, receiving a ‘D’ cup size when a ‘B’ was asked for, and the person running the place telling the patient, “You’re going to have some hooters!”
There is also an accompanying slide show which is fascinating as well.
One major thing to consider if you are thinking about traveling out of the States for plastic surgery: Who pays for complications? Your health insurance likely won’t.
In addition to emphasizing the dangers of traveling for plastic surgery, it also places a spotlight on accreditation. If you consider having plastic surgery in an out-of-hospital setting, make sure the place is accredited by a respected organization, such as AAAHC or AAAASF. I’ve heard scary stories of unaccredited facilities, even here in Michigan.
MSNBC Article: click here
Slide show: click here
Thanks for reading.
Michigan-based Plastic Surgeon
Anthony Youn, M.D.:
