Monday, February 2, 2009

Affordable Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

By Michael Dunage

Cosmetic surgery is becoming increasingly popular as many men and women want to change their appearance or fix perceived flaws in their bodies. Cosmetic surgery abroad, however, is often the surgery for the rich because they can be very expensive and there is no insurance that covers for such elective procedures. This leaves only one cost-effective option for those in the middle class: having their cosmetic surgery abroad.

The middle class are left with one option. Looking into receiving their cosmetic surgery abroad. There is an increase in the numbers of middle class individuals that are traveling abroad to receive this surgery. The main reason is that the total cost to receive cosmetic surgery abroad is usually around seventy percent less for the same procedure in the U.S. Flight accomodation and the surgery could still be less then the total bill in the U.S. So no longer is this a procedure for the rich, all can benefit from the lower cost of traveling abroad.

Mexico has several programs for those wanting to receive cosmetic surgery. There are a variety of procedures such as tummy tuck, face lift, liposuction and rhinoplasty just to name a few. Many of the specialists have formal training in the U.S. and are board certified. These same doctors have performed numerous procedures and usually in the range of several thousand.

The doctors speak English as either a first or second language and have the same skill set as the doctors in the west performing the same cosmetic surgical procedure. You will notice that the hospitals are created with the foreign patient in mind and that the technology used is just as good as the equipment used in the U.S. The medical staff and surgical team are very supportive and are trained to make you feel as comfortable as possible.

If you need a translator, you will not have a problem. Personal translators are available upon request. Since you are usually provided with a personal assistant that will transport you upon arrival to and from the hotel and onto the surgery, they will be able to translate whatever you need since they speak English and also their native language. You will enjoy the luxury of the hotels and the five star experience.

There is also a great cosmetic surgery program in the destination of Costa Rica. Great place to visit as a tourist as well. After your cosmetic surgery procedure, you may want to relax and spend the remainder of your time as a tourist while visiting the tourist attractions. There are medical centers and hospitals that are geared towards international patients there and welcome those wanting to receive affordable treatment and care.

Upon arrival, you will be taken to meet with the surgeon to discuss what needs to be done and be given some preliminary and post operative details. The surgery will be scheduled and you will be admitted on the day. You can choose to have a family member with you on your quest for cosmetic surgery if you so desire. The hospital rooms are very nice and even the lounge area is extremely plush. The nursing staff are well trained here as well are prepared to assist you during and after your procedure.

The doctor will often make drawings on your body on the site of the surgery to outline how the surgery will take place. Then you will be ready for your cosmetic surgery. Costa Rica hospitals have state of the art surgical suites and use the same or similar anesthesia as is used in the U.S. You will have your procedure, recover in the hospital and return to your hotel to prepare for your trip home. - 15683

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