Monday, February 2, 2009

Having Your Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

By Michael Dunage

A popular medical procedure is cosmetic surgery. People from all over the world travel abroad to receive cosmetic surgery, but it was once considered a procedure for the rich since insurance companies did not provide coverage since it was elective. The procedure can be very expensive depending on the procedure type requested.

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 provides great value for those interested in receiving cosmetic surgery abroad. There are many procedures to choose from and some involve liposuction, rhinoplasty, face lift or tummy tuck. There are many board certified specialists in Mexico and many have received formal training in the U.S. The track record of some of the doctors are unbeatable. Thousands of procedures have been performed and counting.

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.

As a patient, you will visit the doctor and decide what type of procedure will need to be done. You will have the surgery scheduled and be admitted to the hospital on that day. A family member can be with you when you have your cosmetic surgery. Costa Rica offers luxury hospital rooms for you to lounge in while you await your procedure. The nurses are well trained and will prepare you for surgery.

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. - 16651

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