In the Philippines, both local and foreign patients who otherwise couldn’t afford plastic surgery benefit from the highly favorable exchange rate, doctors provide lower overhead costs, as well as professional fees. These doctors offer cheap but reliable surgical options.

In the Philippines many offers medical tour packages that include a travel and hospital service that takes care of everything from airfares, accommodation, hospital costs for treatment and all transport.

Philippine medical rates can save patients 20-50 percent of what they would be charged in the US or Europe, and with these savings can afford to explore the wealth of Philippine beaches, hot springs and spa resorts on offer.

The cost savings are significant. For example, if the average U.S. surgeon’s fee for eyelid surgery is $3,500, in the Philippines, a qualified surgeon will charge only $500 to $1,000. For liposuction, surgeon’s fees in the U.S. average $2,000 per area. In the Philippines, it is around $700 for the first area and $400 for succeeding areas. Anesthesiologist’s fees and facility costs are also much lower.

Surgical failure and worries is inevitable however, the Philippines’ medical services can rival the best in the world and there are qualified and well-trained doctors who have had the formal training in plastic and reconstructive surgery, have acquired their postgraduate or training in the U.S.A. and have been mentored by leading American plastic surgeons. All equipment and technology found in the US and Europe can also be found here.

World famous for hospitality, Filipinos speak English fluently ensuring the good communication among surgeon and patient that is essential during consultation. These plastic surgeons may charge relatively affordable fees, especially if they practice in Asian countries like the Philippines, where cost of living expenses are low.

Doctors Calayan,and Vicky Belo are just two of the local famous celebrity surgeons known for giving celebrities license to look good. However, several doctors also gave the same services that these two famous doctors render, some way low than Belo and Calayan.

But like any other patient, being extra cautious is highly recommended if the cosmetic surgery provider you’re considering charges much lower than the authentic plastic surgeons. Although price is definitely a factor when considering surgery, patients seeking quality medical care at very affordable prices should know that choosing the right surgeon is the single most important decision they will make. When price is the primary factor for choosing a plastic surgeon, risks increase. The success of your surgery is largely dependent on your choice of surgeon. The doctors professional qualifications and experience should be your main consideration in selecting your plastic surgeon.

Thrombus simply means blood clot. Blood clot on deep veins is not dangerous in itself. It is when that piece of clot breaks off and travels downstream to the heart and into the pulmonary circulation system and positions in the lungs. Newly operated travelers are more at risk.

So how soon should you fly after surgery? Mark Gendreau, MD, of Tufts University School of Medicine advises patients to wait 10 to 14 days before flying if you’ve had an orthopedic, chest, abdominal, neurological, or ear, nose, and throat procedure. During the lengthy flight, stay hydrated by drinking fluids – water, please – and avoiding diuretic fluids like caffeine or alcohol. Be an opportunist and stretch your legs whenever you can. Wear compression stockings too!

If you are seriously considering getting surgery done offshore, it is practical to really make a list of your priorities.  Why are you going through this at all?  And for how long can you afford to be away to cover your recovery period? Because if the plan of action is not clear to you, you might just find yourself getting too stressed out travelling, take one flight after another.  After a series of operation, you can’t just fly back too soon.  And if you think  it’s a chance to bask in the sun, explore a jungle or dive to see the corals, think again. New York City Councilman Miguel Martinez was concerned because many New York City residents have been returning home after surgery and then complaining of boils, swelling and red splotches on their skin. In Eastern Europe, two patients who just had tummy tuck found their wounds reopened after the surgery. Our bodies are natural healers but it needs a support system. And what we do after the surgery contributes to the success of the procedure itself.

There are excellent Plastic Surgeons offshore, that’s for sure. So make sure you choose the most dependable surgeon in the land because coming home with a botched surgery is not what you are after. Remedies and repairs are much more difficult on surgeries gone wrong than it would on an inborn-not-so-perfect countenance. My suggestion is: do an extensive research.  Preparation is a key factor to avoid unpleasant surprises and enjoy the experience.  A specific step would be, check if the doctor is a local choice of the country’s leading celebrities. Considering the country’s cost of living, is the cost impossibly cheap? Or is it competitive enough?

Check if the package suits your body and your lifestyle. Always put your medical condition in perspective. Respect your body limits. Don’t sign in for skiing, diving, extended and long flights, swimming nor exercising when you still have fresh stitches. The best package would be one that will promote healing and rejuvenation above tourism and adventure. You deserve no less than an excellent medical care so make sure your decision is well thought-out.