Is Plastic Surgery considered inpatient or outpatient?
In most cases Plastic Surgery procedures are performed on an outpatient basis. However, in cases where the surgery is extensive or if complications arise, a brief inpatient stay might be required. • Where all do you have operating privileges to perform Plastic Surgery? Dr. Susheel Cleatus has operating privileges in many accredited hospitals in Bangalore and in Cochin. For details including the names of the hospitals, please refer to the section “Locations”. • How long does the healing process take? Obviously, the time taken to heal varies greatly depending on the procedure in question. For example, in cases of non-invasive procedures such as laser tattoo removal patients are ready to return to normal activity immediately after treatment, while for procedures like laser skin resurfacing, patients may be ready for most normal activities in three to six days. However, complex and multiple procedures could require extended convalescence. • What are the risks involved in Plastic Surgery? A