Plastic Surgery in Canada
Canadians who are seeking cosmetic procedures often wonder if these procedures are safe. While Canada has a rich history of great plastic surgeons, this type of voluntary surgery always brings questions. If you are considering having a procedure done in Canada, here is some important information you should know.
History of Canadian Plastic Surgery
Canadian plastic surgery has a rich history dating back to before World War I. Dr. E. Fulton Risdon was practicing plastic surgery in the early 1900s, an era when physicians rarely specialized. He was invited by Harold D. Gillies to join a war effort to offer plastic surgery to maimed soldiers. When the war was over Dr. Risdon returned to Toronto and the Toronto Western Hospital where he continued to practice cosmetic surgery almost exclusively. Many people consider him the father of Canadian plastic surgery.
Dr. Risdon was Toronto’s first plastic surgeon, and he solidified the study of the specialty at the University of Toronto, where he practiced for 45 years. By 1958 the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University had been established, giving physicians a place to go to be educated in the specialty. Today, the University of Toronto as well as McGill University in Montreal both lead the field of Canadian plastic surgery, focusing on improving techniques and utilizing new technologies to make procedures more effective and affordable.
Is Canadian Plastic Surgery Safe?
As with plastic surgery in almost any country, there are dangers involved with having plastic surgery performed in Canada. For instance, you can find doctors who are not board certified that are practicing cosmetic procedures. These physicians do not have the experience and education necessary to perform complicated procedures, and patients are often left with less-than-desirable results after having surgery with an under-qualified doctor.
To keep this from being a problem, look for a doctor who is certified as a cosmetic surgeon by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. You can also contact the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeon or the Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery to find out if the physician you are considering is qualified.
Another way to ensure that the procedure you will be receiving is safe and monitored is to look for a doctor that performs at a center that is accredited by the Canadian Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities. This organization is made up of certified plastic surgeons who have chosen to allow their fellow plastic surgeons to inspect their surgery centers. If you are having surgery in a non-hospital setting, look for this qualification.
Will My Healthcare Coverage Pay for Canadian Plastic Surgery?
Patients who wish to undergo Canadian plastic surgery procedures need to know that there is a good chance the surgery will not be covered by their medical coverage, whether they have government healthcare or private healthcare. Most plastic surgery procedures that are cosmetic in nature are not covered by healthcare coverage plans. These are considered optional surgeries and are, therefore, the responsibility of the patient to fund.
There is an exception to this, however. Some plastic surgery procedures, such as skin grafts after a fire or surgeries to fix a cleft palate, are considered medically necessary. Medically necessary procedures are usually covered if the patient has the necessary referrals from a regular physician.
If your medical coverage will not cover a procedure, yet you still wish to have it done, you may be able to find a clinic or doctor that has a payment plan structure in place that will allow you to pay for the procedure over time. Some physicians require upfront payment, so you will have to find outside financing. Regardless of how you choose to pay the bill, you need to be aware of the fact that you will probably have to pay for some of the surgery, if not all of it, out of your own pocket, so you will need to decide if the cost is worth the potential benefit.
About the Author
Brampton Cosmetic Surgery Toronto is fully accredited by the Canadian Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (CAAASF), which means it has the same surgery standards as a hospital.
Surgery and Surgeon Education – Dr. Sean Boutros, Plastic Surgeon Texas
|
|
Video Atlas of Microsurgical Composite Tissue Transplantation: A Video Series for Reconstructive Microsurgeons, Based on the Book Atlas of Microsurgical Composite Tissue By Donald Serafin Set of 15 60-minute videotapes for reconstructive microsurgeons based on the book Atlas of Microsurgical Composite Tissue Transplantation by Michael Serafin, M.D. Professor and Chief of the Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine… |
|
|
I’m Homeschooled $1.99 … |
|
|
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Doctor Set $22.00 Enough medical tools for a team of young “doctors” to play at the same time. Plastic 19 piece set includes a battery-operated stethoscope, pager, realistic sounding cell phone, forceps, bandages, thermometer and more. Plastic clamp-tight carry case. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included…. |
|
|
The Successful Match: 200 Rules to Succeed in the Residency Match $29.00 What does it take to match into the specialty and program of your choice? This question is hotly debated and surveys of medical students and program directors find sharp divisions on the topic. In a recent survey of students, the authors concluded that “there are significant differences between program directors’ and medical students’ perceptions of which factors are important in the residency sel… |
|
|
Anesthesiologist’s Manual of Surgical Procedures $118.96 Completely updated, and now in full color, this practical reference is a comprehensive guide to the anesthetic and perioperative management of patients during all procedures performed by general and subspecialist surgeons. The book explains each procedure from both the surgeon’s and the anesthesiologist’s perspective, presents details on anesthetic technique, and guides the anesthesiologist and su… |
|
|
Neurosurgery Rounds: Questions and Answers $37.89 Prepare for neurosurgery rounds with this high-yield pocket guideNeurosurgery Rounds: Questions and Answers is the first guide dedicated topreparing residents and medical students for the challenging questions known as pimping in the vernacular they will frequently encounter onneurosurgery rotation. Nine succinct chapters cover the basic and clinicalneurosciences in a convenient Q&A format that is… |
|
|
With Tits Like These Who Needs An Education Women’s Regular Fit Tee Shirt in 3 Colors Small thru XXL Regular standard fit womens style. Please refer to our sizing chart for measurements…. |
|
|
With Tits Like These Who Needs An Education Men’s Hoodie Sweat Shirt Small thru 4XL Front hand warmer pocket. Please refer to our sizing chart for measurements.This design also available as a men’s or women’s tee shirt and sweat shirt in our other amazon.com listings…. |
|
|
With Tits Like These Who Needs An Education Women’s Babydoll Petite Fit Tee Shirt in 6 Colors Small thru XL Petite form-fitting babydoll style. Please refer to our sizing chart for measurements. This design also available as a regular fit women’s shirt in our other amazon.com listings…. |
