10/08/2026
“Board-certified” is a term you hear often in plastic surgery, but do you know what it actually means?
When choosing a plastic surgeon, it’s worth looking beyond the title and asking who granted the certification. For plastic surgery, the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is the specialty board patients should know, and certification can be verified.
But credentials are only one part of the conversation.
Where will your surgery be performed? Is the facility accredited? Who will administer anesthesia? How frequently does your surgeon perform the procedure you’re considering?
These aren’t questions you should feel uncomfortable asking. They’re exactly the questions a consultation is for.
Because before choosing a procedure, choosing a qualified plastic surgeon, and understanding the safety standards surrounding your surgery matters.
Do your research. Ask the questions. Know who you’re trusting with your care.