To be a board-certified plastic surgeon, a doctor must complete five years of undergraduate training following medical school, with an additional three years in residency, and a plastic surgery fellowship program. While there is no minimum number of years in residency, most physicians obtain at least two years, which includes time spent at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Baltimore, Maryland. After completing the residency, you will need to pass a written exam, a physical exam, and an ethics examination. A plastic surgeon must also complete a continuing education program once per year to maintain his or her license.
Being a board-certified plastic surgeon ensures that you have gone through all the necessary education and training that ensure successful operations. A board-certified surgeon will be able to perform a variety of cosmetic procedures, such as breast augmentation, facelifts, liposuction, tummy tuck, and facial cosmetic surgery. In addition, they can treat problems such as skin tags, varicose veins, spider veins, acne, and even a wound infection.
There are a variety of reasons that an individual may become board-certified plastic surgeons. Many people have gone through plastic surgery residencies and received board certification after completing their education. This type of training can provide an excellent job security, as you will be able to find employment waiting for you upon completion of your residency. It is also a good choice for someone who has a family to support or wants to start a family.
Being board-certified does not guarantee success. A surgeon who does not show up to his or her appointments may be looked upon unfavorably, or even not being hired in the future. This is why it is essential to always have a personal physician who can care for your patients, and to be patient with your doctor.
Most plastic surgeons will not advertise their availability. Some physicians prefer not to be called for an appointment and only call when they are contacted by a potential patient. If you wish to be considered for a job, you should look for a general practitioner that practices within a few miles of your home or office. Call the doctor and find out how to get a reference from previous patients to use for reference purposes.
If you are interested in a position, make sure to send out as many resume’s as you can to a number of medical institutions and the search for a qualified candidate. Keep in contact with the medical institutions in your area by phone and keep them informed about your progress. If you are not able to secure a job, there are other methods of seeking out a job.
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