Address the signs of aging and tiredness in the face
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Travelling for a brow-lift is a rewarding way to fully enjoy the benefits of this rejuvenating procedure. All those creases that have accumulated over the years can be smoothed away by the time you return from your journey. Costa Rica and South Africa are at the more exotic end of the travel spectrum or maybe you would prefer a European destination, in the Czech Republic or Belgium? Whatever the destination, talented, fully qualified surgeons are available to give you a new fresher look.
Members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons performed over 38,000 brow-lifts in 2005, alone*.
An audit of members of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons revealed that brow-lifts accounted for 3% of all cosmetic surgical procedures**.
Allow at least two weeks for the most visible after effects of the surgery to recede. Do not spend time in the sun following the procedure: ensure this is possible in the destination of your choice. Plan no strenuous activities while abroad.
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Face-lifts, eye brightening and brow-lifts all address signs of aging and tiredness in the face. Choose the right procedure to address your requirements; your expectations may require a combination of procedures to achieve the desired effect.
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There is no substitute for qualified medical advice. See our resources section for detailed online information resources and specialists in your area.
*American Society of Plastic Surgeons: 2005 Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Trends 2005
**http://www.baaps.org.uk/content/view/151/62/
Cosmetic Surgery in India
A guide to plastic surgery regulations in India
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Organizations
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare is responsible for the general health policies of India.
The Medical Council of India is an independant statutory body whose primary tasks are the registration of physicians in India and the overseeing and standardization of medical teaching within the country.
All plastic surgeons must be members of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India.
Also prominent in the field of plastic surgery is the The Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS) which is associated with the International Socitey of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. IAAPS members are detailed online on the association's website.
Education
The MB BS course is of 4.5 years following a 6 month introductory course. After this there is a 1 year of Compulsory Rotating Residential Internship. This is equivalent to the standard 6 year medical training in Europe or America.
Specialization such as in Plastic Surgery is awarded a Master Chirurgiae (M.Ch.) following an examination at the end of a 3 year training course. Plastic Surgeons can only train in their specialty after first completing training in General Surgery MS (Surgery), itself a 3 year year course - thus qualified Plastic Surgeons will have a minimun of 6 years specialist training.
The Medical Council of India is responsible for encoraging and organizing continuing education for medical professionals in India.
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Complaints
Information on the complaints procedure are available on the Medical Council of India's website. Civil proceedings are also possible.
Storage and Access to Medical Records
The ethical guidelines of the Medical Council of India state that medical professionals must maintain medical records for a minimun of 3 years. Records must be stored securely and individuals are to be allowed access to their records, with documents handed over within a maximun of 72 hours.
Resources
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
email: resp-health@hub.nic.in
website: http://mohfw.nic.in/
The Medical Council of India
Pocket- 14 , Sector - 8, Dwarka Phase -1
New Delhi - 110077
India
tel: +91-11-25367033
website: http://www.mciindia.org/
complaints: http://www.mciindia.org/tools/grievances/index.htm
code of ethics: http://www.mciindia.org/know/rules/ethics.htm
accredited specialization facilities: http://www.mciindia.org/tools/medical_colleges/courses.htm
Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI)
email: singharun@hotmail.com
The Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
website: http://www.iaaps.net/
list of members: http://www.iaaps.net/associatemembers.htm
Medical Schools
IIME directory of Indian medical schools: http://www.iime.org/database/asia/india.htm