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 PLASTIC SURGERY NEWS & EVENTS
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Women in the Workforce Link Cosmetic Surgery to Success; Nearly 15-Million U.S. Working Women Considering Cosmetic Procedures
Arlington Heights, Ill. - Faced with news of increasing layoffs, straining economic times, and a belief that hiring is based on looks, millions of American women are looking at cosmetic medical procedures to give them a competitive edge in the workplace. In a new telephone survey* compiled by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) of 756 women between the ages of 18 and 64, many reveal cosmetic plastic surgery procedures now appear to be an important rung on the success ladder.
• 13 percent (more than 1 out of 10 of the 115-million working-age women) say they would consider having a cosmetic medical procedure specifically to make them more confident and more competitive in the job market.
• An astounding 3 percent (nearly 3.5-million working women) say they've already had a cosmetic procedure to increase their perceived value in the workplace.
• 73 percent (almost three out of four or, 84-million working women) believe, particularly in these challenging economic times, appearance and youthful looks play a part in getting hired, getting a promotion, or getting new clients.
• 80 percent (four out of five or 92-million working women) think having cosmetic medical procedures can boost a person's confidence.
Insurance Broker Janice Axelrod, a baby-boomer, recently had a chemical peel and fat transfers from her abdomen to her face. "Time has given me the professional knowledge. But time can take away the youthful sparkle of my appearance if I let it. When you look good, you feel confident. That gives me a competitive edge and something my clients have come to expect from me," says Axelrod.
ASPS Member Surgeon Loren Schechter, MD performed Axelrod's cosmetic procedures at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois. He says "Not only do the women believe youthful looks help in the workplace...they're acting on that belief."
John Canady, MD, president of ASPS, says, "Consumers need to remember that while cosmetic procedures might help them in the job market, they're still medical procedures." Canady says women still need to proceed with caution. "Patient safety is ASPS' number one concern. Women need to do their homework.
Go to the ASPS website at www.plasticsurgery.org to find an ASPS Member Surgeon in your area" or contact Enrique J. Fernandez, MD at 941-795-2088, www.drefernandez.com, or info@drefernandez.com.
*Survey conducted by Opinion Research Corporation. Results have a +_3% error range.
About Us
Enrique J. Fernandez, MD, FACS is Past President of the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). The 2400-member ASAPS is the only plastic surgery organization devoted entirely to the advancement of cosmetic surgery. ASAPS is recognized throughout the world as the authoritative source for cosmetic surgery education. U.S. members are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Canadian members are certified in plastic surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is the largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons in the world. Representing more than 6,700 physician members, the Society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. ASPS comprises more than 90 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States. Founded in 1931, the Society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. www.plasticsurgery.org
Dr. Fernandez’s office is located at 2902 59th Street West, Suite A, Bradenton, Florida 34209. Telephone (941) 795-2088. Please visit our website www.drefernandez.com. You can email us at info@drefernandez.com.
Press release is a courtesy of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
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