Another Geoffrey Kim?
Bonita Surgeon Facing Murder Charge in Death of Patient
A South Bay plastic surgeon is now facing a murder charge after prosecutors say they discovered new evidence that shows the death of a patient was the result of recklessness and an effort to put profits before patients.
www.nbcsandiego.com
Eerily similar in description. Plastic surgeon. Unqualified anesthesia provider. Refused to call 911 for hours after patient had cardiac arrest. Now he is being charged with murder. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - April 11, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: coffeebythelake Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
2023 Plastic Surgery Independent Residency - for 2024 Position
Similar to previous years, this is a thread for current surgery residents who are going through the application/interview/match process for Independent Plastic Surgery 2023-2024. The Match will be in May 2023 with positions starting July 2023. This is not for current medical students who are applying for integrated plastic surgery programs.
This is the place to let everyone else know when interview requests have been sent out, ask questions about the process, or ask about various programs...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 22, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: DrPthePS Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
Plastic surgery death. Ob-gyn acting as Anesthesiologist
Florida mother dies following plastic surgery, doctor was ‘unqualified’ to give anesthesia
A young Florida mother has died after undergoing plastic surgery.
www.wfla.com
Nopes. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 18, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lobelsteve Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
Question re: anesthesia reimbursement for plastics
Hello,
I sometimes cover an office based oculo-plastic surgeon (blephs etc) for an anesthesia practice.
This anesthesia practice pays me market rate but I have my own malpractice etc so I am thinking of doing this work independently and directly with the plastic surgeons - either their office or ASC. I am doing the labor and taking all the liability anyways, as opposed to being in a group setting. Offsite and office based anesthesia carries its own set of risks and nuances, such as limited...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 20, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: neutro Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
Plastic surgery fellowship?
Hi y'all,
Wanted to ask this community a question that a family friend of mine has been asking me, and I am not quite sure of the answer. They are looking for a plastic surgeon to perform a cosmetic surgery, and as I was looking at the plastic surgeons training, I noticed:
Internal year, surgery > Residency, Head & Neck Surgical Oncology/Microvascular Reconstruction (well respected institution) >Fellowship, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery @ "a no name type of surgery center...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - November 5, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Giovanotto Tags: Surgery and Surgical Subspecialties Source Type: forums
Evaluating top plastic surgeons who specialize in reconstruction
I was discussing with a friend about this the other day about how many plastic surgeons who have the most recognizable names in the field usually specialize in cosmetic procedures rather than reconstructive ones, which makes sense as they are the most lucrative/in-demand. NewsWeek for example has rankings on the most well-regarded plastic surgeons based on categories of cosmetic procedures only. This makes it difficult to determine who would be good at doing reconstruction specifically. I am...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - October 18, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: thistime Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
2022 Plastic Surgery Independent Residency - for 2024 Position
Similar to previous years, this is a thread for current surgery residents who are going through the application/interview/match process for Independent Plastic Surgery 2023-2024. The Match will be in May 2023 with positions starting July 2023. This is not for current medical students who are applying for integrated plastic surgery programs.
This is the place to let everyone else know when interview requests have been sent out, ask questions about the process, or ask about various programs...
Read more (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - October 4, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: DrPthePS Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
Charges DROPPED against CRNA
I know this case was posted here previously. We now have a new update..
DA dismisses charges against nurse in death of plastic surgery patient
Rex Meeker agreed to testify against his co-defendant Dr. Geoffrey Kim who is charged with the death of 18-year-old Emmalyn Nguyen, a plastic surgery patient.
www.9news.com
Charges against CRNA for reckless manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide dropped
Really makes you question the already flawed “justice” system in this coun...
Source: Student Doctor Network - September 7, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: G.A.S Team Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
Naturopath quacks now dabbling in plastic surgery
Plastic surgery societies call on Arizona lawmakers to stop naturopaths from performing surgeries
After the 12News I-Team exposed the practice of some naturopaths performing surgeries, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons sent a letter to lawmakers.
www.12news.com
The Arizona Naturopathic Medical Association responded to the plastic surgery community's letter with a letter of their own. In their letter, they argue, “Naturopathic physicians are exactly that – physicians.”
The Naturopathic Physicians Medical Board has had the opportunity ...
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 14, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: coffeebythelake Tags: Surgery and Surgical Subspecialties Source Type: forums
Brazilian butt lift death
My daughter died from a Brazilian butt lift — and I want to warn others about this ‘shop of horrors’
“It’s just the worst thing,” said Nancy Negron. “You aren’t supposed to bury your children.”
nypost.com
This story is all sorts of weird.
Any physician can perform plastic surgery in NY?
Surprising that they advertise no BMI limit. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - August 13, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: TheLoneWolf Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
University of Kentucky vs. Howard
Hello, I've been thinking about this for weeks and am still torn so I thought I'd reach out to see what everyone's thoughts are. I'm OOS (FL) for both schools and will likely want to return for residency. I am currently considering going into anesthesiology, plastic surgery, or psychiatry. Thank you in advance!
University of Kentucky College of Medicine (bowling green campus)
Pros
smaller class size (better for interacting with faculty/staff)
newer facilities, classrooms...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 1, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Elite_Legend Tags: Help Me Decide: X vs Y Medical School (2021-2022) Source Type: forums
Obtaining free hyaluronidase?
Crossposting from the dermatology forum:
I'm wondering if anyone has advice on how to obtain free hyaluronidase for our cosmetic teaching sessions. We have tons of filler, neurotoxin, etc, through various resident cosmetic grants, but I can't find any resources for obtaining hyaluronidase. We currently borrow it from our cosmetic attending, but it would be ideal to get our own supply for multiple reasons. Thank you! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - May 27, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: I < 3dermis Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
How is medical scope enforced?
One thing I've always wondered is how scope of practice between board-certified physicians is enforced? Like say I'm a trained general surgeon, but I perform brain surgery. What happens, do I just get sued for malpractice (assuming something goes wrong because I don't have the training to do what I'm doing)? Or can will my board or the board for the scope of the procedure I did come after me? And how is this decided in more borderline cases, like where dermatology and plastic surgery might...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - May 6, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: iHawk_MD Tags: Medical Students (MD) Source Type: forums
Aesthetic fellowship
I am considering aesthetic fellowship from plastic surgery. I was wondering if anyone could share their experiences with some of the programs our there In terms of quality of training, autonomy, call, personalities of the mentors, and geography. Thanks for your time. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 5, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: bluv1212 Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
Non-ABPS boards
What are general thoughts on non-ABPS certifications?
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery
American Boar of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Obviously the ABPS hates them. But if you're a general surgeon doing one of these and NOT planning on doing flaps or real reconstruction, just cosmetic surgeries, is there any problem with it? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - March 1, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: goadyso Tags: Plastic Surgery Source Type: forums
