"Here’s the Difference Between a Cosmetic and Plastic Surgeon" - Kristen Fischer
From the traditional facelift to Botox injections or laser resurfacing, procedures that focus on aesthetics have changed drastically in recent years, and people looking to find the right provider might have trouble determining what kind of doctor they’re looking for. “The real confusion lies in the fact that, legally, any physician with a valid medical license can perform cosmetic procedures, regardless of their training,” said Jordan Jacobs, MD, assistant professor of surgery and plastic surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He added, “Therefore, any physician can advertise as a cosmetic surgeon.”
— Jordan Jacobs, MD, Assistant Professor, Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Chief, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Mount Sinai Downtown