Choosing the Right Procedure: Plastic Surgery Consultations

Your initial consultation appointment with Dr. Schaffer will feel more like a conversation and less like a clinical consultation. From the moment you begin discussing your goals and options for plastic surgery, you will have access to Dr. Schaffer for any and all questions, concerns or feedback. Dr. Schaffer’s primary goal is to ensure that all patients feel supported and connected throughout their surgical journey.

Although most plastic surgery procedures are elective operations, they are all major surgical procedures. For Dr. Schaffer, patient safety and well-being are the highest priorities. He prioritizes providing his patients with guidance and information about the safety measures utilized throughout their procedure.

Schaffer Plastic Surgery is an ASF Accredited Surgery Facility, allowing patients to feel confident that they will be undergoing their procedure in a safe environment. While many patients appreciate the fact that the practice is located close to Grandview Hospital in the event of an emergency, Dr. Schaffer has never had to send a patient to the hospital after their operation.

Dr. Schaffer will perform a comprehensive evaluation that includes:

• A thorough physical examination
• Imaging studies

This approach allows Dr. Schaffer to make evidence-based recommendations tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual patient.

During your consultation, you will receive educational materials that provide you with additional information about the benefits and risks of your chosen procedure, as well as what you can expect during the preparation and recovery process. Dr. Schaffer strives to provide patients with the resources they need to make confident, sound decisions about plastic surgery.

Throughout your consultation, you will have the opportunity to share your goals and expectations with Dr. Schaffer. In turn, he will work to establish realistic expectations for the outcomes of the procedure, allowing you to develop a full understanding of what you can expect from your results.

After Dr. Schaffer has an in-depth understanding of your goals and expectations for the procedure, and once he has reviewed the results of your physical examination, he will provide you with extensive information about the procedure options that are available to you. Dr. Schaffer often discusses both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, and he works to help his patients understand the differences between common plastic surgery procedures. Ultimately, he wants you to know which procedures may offer you the best outcomes.

Before your consultation is complete, Dr. Schaffer may share before-and-after photos of previous patients in order to showcase potential outcomes. This can help you develop a better understanding of what changes you can expect and can help you develop realistic goals for your plastic surgery procedure.

While our comprehensive consultation process aims to provide you with an overview of what you can expect from your procedure, it’s important to note that Dr. Schaffer and his team are there to provide ongoing support. We are proud to offer our patients direct access to Dr. Schaffer so they can address any post-consultation questions or concerns.