Organizations
None of us is responsible for the complexion of his skin. This fact of nature offers no clue to the character or quality of the person underneath - Marian Anderson
image by: MSSA
HWN Suggests
Who Gets to Perform Plastic Surgery? The Battle Moves to Social Media
Social media is becoming a battleground in the fight over who is qualified to do plastic surgery.
As sites like Instagram and Snapchat become the go-to destinations for information for many patients, especially younger ones, plastic surgeons are intensifying their efforts to compete with one another, and with the increasingly dominating online presence of practitioners who aren’t specially trained in plastic surgery.
On Instagram, providers such as @therealdrmiami (with 655,000 followers recently), @docvegas (170,000), @dr.bbl (86,000) and others offer cosmetic services with a dizzying array of photos, videos and specials such as “Tummy Tuck Tuesday” and “First person to…
Resources
Who Gets to Perform Plastic Surgery? The Battle Moves to Social Media
As doctors not specially trained in plastic surgery take to Instagram, other doctors are trying to fight back.
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
We are the leading representative of cosmetic surgeons from a diverse group of original medical specialties. We exist because of and for our members, and we are pleased to provide services to enhance every aspect of a cosmetic surgeon's practice.
American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery
ince 2006, the American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery (AAAMS) has been dedicated to training physicians, nurses, and practitioners in aesthetics and non-invasive cosmetic surgery. As the premier organization for formal training in aesthetic medicine, AAAMS sets the standards for safe and practical education. Our hands-on workshops and conferences provide comprehensive training to ensure excellence in patient care worldwide.
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is a U.S. medical board that certifies surgeons in the specialty of cosmetic surgery. Our membership is restricted to surgeons who have completed specific training requirements and passed our rigorous examination process.
American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery
The only medical board focused solely on certifying safe facial cosmetic surgeons.
CA Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
The CACS provides educational and advocacy resources to all interested physicians. The goal of the CACS is to assure optimal patient care in the field of cosmetic medical and surgical care.
Cosmetic Support
We opened this non-profit, information archive and discussion support site to provide an international forum for people seeking information and support for their decision to obtain cosmetic surgery and body enhancements.
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
The IAPAM was founded to unite licensed physicians who practice aesthetic medicine and their supporters. IAPAM membership is open to licensed medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs) and the medical students studying for those degrees.
The Aesthetic Society
Beyond the nip & tuck lies a level of artistry a select few achieve. Aesthetic Society members are the most qualified board-certified aesthetic #plasticsurgeons,
Introducing Stitches!
Your Path to Meaningful Connections in the World of Health and Medicine
Connect, Collaborate, and Engage!
Coming Soon - Stitches, the innovative chat app from the creators of HWN. Join meaningful conversations on health and medical topics. Share text, images, and videos seamlessly. Connect directly within HWN's topic pages and articles.
