Cosmetic Surgery in Glasgow
If you’re looking for a cosmetic surgeon in Glasgow it’s very important to find one who is qualified, experienced and skilled. This is not always easy to do if you have never undergone this type of surgery before. Their glossy brochures can lull you into a false sense of security so it’s imperative that you understand what credentials you’re surgeon should have. A good surgeon should have a number of initials after his name so here is a little guide on helping you understand them.
FRCS – This stands for “Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons” and proves that the surgeon has the basic training and qualifications needed to practice cosmetic surgery in Glasgow and the whole of the UK. All surgeons in the UK should meet this minimum requirement.
In the UK there are two professional organisations that your surgeon may be a member of. Theses are the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and British Association of Cosmetic Surgeons (BACS). It is important to understand that although being a member of either of these organizations may sound very impressive, they don’t actually guarantee the ability of the surgeon.
If you want a list of surgeons registered with BACS then you should ask your GP to write to BACS, 17 Harley Street, London WIN IDA. For a list of BAAPS surgeons the address to write to is BAAPS, 35-43, Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3PN.
More information about these organisations can be found at www.bapras.org.uk and www.which.co.uk by looking under the health and wellbeing section.
So the very minimum you should do when looking for a cosmetic surgeon in Glasgow is to look at their credentials and experience. You must always feel comfortable with your choice of surgeon so don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions.