ABOUT 300 cosmetic surgery experts are gathering on Phuket today to discuss the shape of noses and other important issues for the industry.
More than 30 related product companies will be holding an exhibition over the three-day conference.
America's new health care system and what it means for Asian cosmetic surgery hubs, including Phuket, is expected to be a key point of discussion at the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa in Karon, where the conference is being held.
But mostly the topic will be noses as experts explain facial analysis and preoperative planning, modifications, and how to avoid complications in rhinoplasty.
The secretary of the Thai Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand, Pornprapa Wongtem, told Phuketwan that Phuket had been chosen for a conference back in 2005, but the tsunami intervened and the conference moved to Chiang Mai. Today Phuket gets its chance, five years on.
''Phuket is an international destination with a growing reputation for cosmetic surgery and recovery in a pleasant environment,'' she said. ''Phuket has good hospitals and excellent doctors, as well as high technology. Surgeons rate highly here.
''You can change your sex, have corrective surgery of all kinds and visit a dentist here with confidence.''
The prices for cosmetic surgery on Phuket and in Thailand were much lower than in most other countries, she said, so people could take advantage of their recovery period to take a holiday.
About 2000 people a year already enjoy what Phuket has to offer for prospective patients, she said. They spend money as they recover, boosting the island's economy.
Representatives have come from the US, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, India, Brazil and other countries for the conference.
Tourism Authority of Thailand regional director Bangornrat Shinaprayoon said that the quality of Phuket's hospitals was high and the island had plenty of activities to make it an appealing holiday hub. Charter flights direct to Phuket were also an improving factor for people considering where to go for surgery, she said.
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America's new health care system and what it means for Asian cosmetic surgery hubs, including Phuket, is expected to be a key point of discussion at the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa in Karon, where the conference is being held.
But mostly the topic will be noses as experts explain facial analysis and preoperative planning, modifications, and how to avoid complications in rhinoplasty.
The secretary of the Thai Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Thailand, Pornprapa Wongtem, told Phuketwan that Phuket had been chosen for a conference back in 2005, but the tsunami intervened and the conference moved to Chiang Mai. Today Phuket gets its chance, five years on.
''Phuket is an international destination with a growing reputation for cosmetic surgery and recovery in a pleasant environment,'' she said. ''Phuket has good hospitals and excellent doctors, as well as high technology. Surgeons rate highly here.
''You can change your sex, have corrective surgery of all kinds and visit a dentist here with confidence.''
The prices for cosmetic surgery on Phuket and in Thailand were much lower than in most other countries, she said, so people could take advantage of their recovery period to take a holiday.
About 2000 people a year already enjoy what Phuket has to offer for prospective patients, she said. They spend money as they recover, boosting the island's economy.
Representatives have come from the US, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, India, Brazil and other countries for the conference.
Tourism Authority of Thailand regional director Bangornrat Shinaprayoon said that the quality of Phuket's hospitals was high and the island had plenty of activities to make it an appealing holiday hub. Charter flights direct to Phuket were also an improving factor for people considering where to go for surgery, she said.
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The Aesthetic Clinic of India was established by Dr Tejinder Bhatti, a leading name in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery at Ivy Hospital Mohali on 15 November, 2009.
The leading film star ZEENAT AMAN inaugurated the Clinic.
Since its inception, the Clinic has emerged as the frontrunner in affordable, efficient and world class cosmetic care.
Posted by Dr Tejinder Bhatti on April 1, 2010 08:34