When you start exploring cosmetic surgery, the number of surgeons offering to “fix” you can feel overwhelming. In my clinical experience, this confusion often leads patients to focus on marketing claims rather than medical credibility. Choosing your surgeon is the first—and most critical—decision you will make. You are placing your health, safety, and long-term confidence in the hands of someone you may be meeting for the first time. That choice must be made with clarity, not noise.
There is no shortage of information online, and unfortunately, not all of it helps. Reviews and visibility matter, but the single most important factor is credentials—specifically whether your surgeon is a board-certified plastic and cosmetic surgeon from a recognized authority.
Why does board certification matter so much?
Board certification is not a title that can be claimed casually. It is earned through years of structured, supervised, and evaluated training after medical school.
A board-certified plastic surgeon has:
Completed extensive surgical residency training
Undergone rigorous examinations and peer evaluations
Trained specifically in both facial and body procedures
Committed to strict ethical and patient safety standards
In my clinical experience, this depth of training directly reflects in surgical judgment, complication management, and the ability to deliver natural-looking results consistently.
Dr. Milan Doshi’s Tip:
Cosmetic surgery is not about learning one procedure well—it is about understanding anatomy, healing, proportions, and safety across the entire body.
How do credentials affect your results and safety?
A surgeon’s qualifications are not just certificates on a wall. They represent:
Comprehensive understanding of human anatomy
Experience across a wide range of cosmetic procedures
Ability to customize surgery rather than apply a template
Accountability to ethical boards and safety protocols
Board-certified surgeons are bound by strict standards. Failure to maintain patient safety or ethical practice can result in loss of certification. This accountability protects you as a patient.
Your outcome is only as good as the surgeon performing the procedure. Technique, planning, and post-operative care all depend on training—not marketing.
Beyond certificates: experience and mentorship
Credentials tell you where a surgeon was trained. Experience tells you how that training is applied.
I have personally mentored and trained over 50 plastic surgeons across different surgical techniques. My perspective comes not only from years of operating, but also from teaching, evaluating, and guiding other surgeons. This is why I consistently emphasize the importance of proper training and board certification to my patients.
A highly qualified surgeon does more than operate:
Guides you honestly before surgery
Protects you during surgery
Supports you thoughtfully after surgery
Dr. Milan Doshi’s Tip:
A good surgeon performs surgery well. A great surgeon knows when not to operate.
Making the right choice as a patient
At the end of the day, the power lies with you. Presence of mind, correct information, and careful evaluation make all the difference. When you combine:
The right credentials
Relevant surgical experience
Ethical, patient-first guidance
You significantly improve your chances of achieving safe, natural, and confidence-restoring results.
At Allure Medspa, every procedure is approached with this philosophy—where safety, training, and patient wellbeing come before trends or promises.
Final thoughts from Dr. Milan Doshi
In my clinical experience, cosmetic surgery outcomes are shaped long before the operation begins. They are shaped by the surgeon you choose. A board-certified, well-trained plastic surgeon is not a luxury—it is a necessity.
Armed with the right information, a first-rate surgeon, and a precise, well-indicated procedure, you can safely achieve the appearance you have always hoped for—under the care of Dr. Milan Doshi.
