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Eleven Important Questions to Ask When Making Your Decision

1. Is the doctor Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?

By far, there is no other board certification that has the same expertise and broad knowledge base as the American Board of Plastic Surgery. This is the only Board Certification for Plastic Surgery. Check www.plasticsurgery.org for the doctor's name. The American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery, American Board of Otolaryngology, American Board of Dermatology, and American Board of Cosmetic Surgery are NOT equivalent. You can also call the American Board of Medical Specialty certification verification service at 1-866-275-2267 or visit www.abms.org to check a doctor's credentials. Dr. Cambeiro has completed five years of surgical training and a two year plastic surgery fellowship. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Surgery, and the National Board of Medical Examiners.

2. Is the doctor a member of the American Plastic Surgery Society?

Membership in this exclusive society is reserved for experienced plastic surgeons that are board certified in plastic surgery. Look for the symbol. Dr. Cambeiro is a member of the American Plastic Surgery Society.

3. Did the doctor train at a reputable plastic surgery fellowship?

Knowing the institution that your plastic surgeon trained at tells you a lot about their capabilities and the knowledge and skills that a doctor has acquired. Not all training programs are the same nor are all plastic surgeons equally qualified. Dr. Cambeiro has trained and studied at the best institutions in the nation and has consistently scored in the top 10% on his board certification examinations. He completed his plastic surgery fellowship at the World Famous Mayo Clinic. This academic institution is consistently ranked within the top two hospitals in the United States.

4. Does the doctor have admitting and plastic surgery hospital privileges?

Plastic surgeons should have admitting AND surgical privileges at a hospital. It is very important that the doctor be allowed to perform the same operation he performs on you at one of the local hospitals should a complication arise. You can call your local hospital to check to see if the doctor has both types of privileges. Dr. Cambeiro has hospital admitting and surgical privileges for all plastic surgery procedures at all the St. Rose Hospital campuses and at Sunrise Hospital.

5. Does the doctor use a Board Certified Anesthesiologist?

Your safety must come first. A board certified anesthesiologist is a DOCTOR that has been trained specifically to give anesthesia during an operation. Although more expensive, these are the most qualified individuals for this task. Dr. Cambeiro uses board certified anesthesiologist during his operations. He does not use a nurse anesthetist (nurse's anesthesia) and does not give the anesthesia himself. This allows Dr. Cambeiro to concentrate on the operative procedure and it gives the anesthesiologist the responsibility of monitoring your breathing, heart rate and blood pressure. Dr. Cambeiro will not cut corners. He believes your life and safety is well worth it.

6. Is the operation performed in an accredited facility?

All surgeries should be performed in an accredited facility. The accreditation ensures that operating facilities are compliant with sterilization techniques and various other health requirements. Dr. Cambeiro does NOT operate in his office. Dr. Cambeiro performs all of his operations at Parkway, Flamingo, and 7-Hills Surgery Center. All these facilities are accredited surgery centers.

7. Does the physician have any disciplinary or malpractice lawsuits?

Visit www.fsmb.org or call 818-868-4000 to see if the plastic surgeon has any disciplinary actions pending against them. Dr. Cambeiro does not have disciplinary or malpractice lawsuits.

8. Is the doctor recognized by the community?

Dr. Cambeiro has been voted Top Doc 2006 and 2007 in Las Vegas Life by other physicians and nurses, voted Top Doc 2005 by Beauty Health and Fitness magazine, voted Top 40 individuals under 40 by In Business Publication, and has been elected to Americas Top Plastic Surgeon. He also serves on the Foundation Board of Directors and the Community Board of Directors for all three St. Rose Hospitals. Dr. Cambeiro has also been nationally featured in Glamour and Allure magazines.

9. Does the doctor live in Las Vegas?

If a plastic surgeon comes to Las Vegas to perform surgery and does not permanently reside in Las Vegas you may find yourself in trouble should you try to see him or her when they are out of the state. It is always best to establish a relationship with your plastic surgeon so that you can count on him being there for you when you need him most. Dr. Cambeiro was born and raised and permanently resides in the Las Vegas/Henderson area.

10. Does the doctor have a back up board certified plastic surgeon covering their patients when they are out of town or unavailable?

You want to make sure you have good qualified care at all times. If the plastic surgeon does not have a board certified plastic surgeon covering for him or her, then you will end up seeing someone less qualified should you need the care of a physician while your plastic surgeon is out of town or unavailable. Dr. Cambeiro always ensures that another board certified, trustworthy, skilled plastic surgeon is available to look after his patients should he become unavailable. Of course, you would be advised on the rare occasion that this would occur.

11. Does the doctor have specific consents for photographs?

You will want to make sure your photographs are not posted on the internet or photo books without your consent. Most photo consents are all inclusive so beware of what you sign. Dr. Cambeiro has a well-illustrated consent that allows you choose if you want your pre and post operative pictures displayed. It also allows you to choose where you will allow your photographs to be seen.