The initial consultation


The initial consultation is a significant part of the surgery experience. This moment is the opportunity for surgeon and patient to know each other, and the time to understand your motivation behind your desire to undergo plastic surgery. Be as prepared as possible for this first meeting. It is advisable that patients do a good research before the first talk. Educating yourself about a practice beforehand may help you understand how your treatment will be developed, as you save time asking intelligent questions.

Remember that you are with the specialist and this is a private time to discuss your desires and expectations, as well as to ask any questions that you may have. In order to have a comfortable experience, Dr. Nieto will give you her recommendations according with your particular concerns. Dr. Nieto will provide adequate time for you to communicate your specific desires and needs.

What should you expect from the first consultation?


In the initial consultation, the physician will determine if you are a good candidate for the elective procedure. Dr. Nieto will listen to your questions and begin to know you. A thorough history and physical examination will be obtained. The surgeon will review your medical story. In order to have a safe procedure, some laboratory tests are required.

Then, Dr. Nieto will give you her advice on how to best achieve the results that you desire. In this visit, it is possible that your doctor takes photographs and talk about the specific changes you want. After this photographic analysis, your doctor will examine and measure your body. As she discusses the suggested procedure, she will give you her recommendations and explain the way the surgery will be developed.

The physician will talk about the benefits and potential risks, anesthesia, the location of the practice, and what to expect after the surgery.

A qualified, experienced and responsible plastic surgeon will evaluate your age, physical type, weight, skin type, physical fitness before you undergo surgery. It is important to realize that to minimize risks you should tell your surgeon about your past and present medical conditions. You also must be honest and clear with yourself and your surgeon.

Your second meeting

In a second consultation your physician will evaluate the results of the required laboratory tests. Probably you may have additional questions for this visit. Feel free to talk. Dr. Nieto is willing to listen to you. The mutual understanding between patient and surgeon is a determining factor in plastic surgery success. For this meeting, the surgeon will establish the patient´s general health.

Some patients need complementary consultations to get more information before undergoing surgery. Feel free to ask specific questions and discuss options and alternatives. Listen and take notes. Dr. Nieto suggests writing a list of questions at the first and second meeting.

You may have read or heard about other person´s experience in plastic surgery. Although, remember that every patient´s experience is entirely different, as well as every individual and personality. Be sure you and your surgeon clearly understand each other´s expectations. Realistic expectations may result in a post surgery advantage for plastic surgery.