Ten Questions Birthmark Removal Patients Should Ask Their Doctor
Houston, Texas
To better educate the patient about birthmark removal, as well as assisting in formulating realistic expectations, it is recommended that the patient look at before and after photographs, speak with previous patients, (you are always welcome to ask your doctor for referrals to previous patients and where to contact them) and get answers to the following questions:
- Is my birthmark a cause for any health concerns?
- Where will the birthmark removal be performed and how long will it take?
- In my case, which birthmark removal procedure is the most appropriate?
- Will my birthmark still be noticeable after the procedure?
- How much does birthmark removal cost and what other elements factor into that cost (i.e., hospital fee, anesthesia, etc)?
- What is the skin doctors level of experience in performing birthmark removal?
- What percentage of patients experience complications with the birthmark removal?
- What is the surgeon's policy in regards to correcting or repeating the procedure if the birthmark removal does not meet agreed upon goals?
- What should I expect, post-operatively, in terms of soreness, scaring, activity level and so on?
- Have you ever had your malpractice insurance coverage denied, revoked or suspended?
