Surgeon Questions Checklist

What this checklist helps you ask

Bring this checklist to your consultation or keep it open on your phone. It is designed to help you ask about:

• Board certification in plastic surgery
• The surgeon's experience with the procedure you want
• Whether the procedure is done in an accredited facility
• Who will be involved in your care on the day of surgery
• What recovery may be like, including time away from work or normal activities
• The full cash-pay price, including surgeon, anesthesia, facility, garments, and follow-up costs
• What risks, limits, and realistic outcomes should be discussed

It can also help you compare more than one consultation. That matters because individual results vary, and no ethical source should promise a specific outcome. You can also review our guide on how to choose a plastic surgeon if you want extra help getting started.

How to use it during a consultation

Use the checklist as a conversation guide, not a test. A good consultation should feel respectful, clear, and not rushed.

1. Start with your goals in simple words.
2. Ask the questions on the checklist and write down the answers.
3. If something is confusing, ask the surgeon to explain it in plain language.
4. Confirm that the surgeon is board-certified and that the procedure would take place in an accredited facility.
5. Verify credentials yourself before you book anything.
6. Compare your notes from different consultations, including timing, communication style, and total price.

If you are still early in your search, you can get matched with board-certified plastic surgeons for a consultation. If budget is part of your planning, our cost guide can help you understand common cosmetic surgery pricing. Remember: this tool does not replace medical advice, and Contour Edits does not diagnose, treat, or recommend a specific procedure.

Download and save your copy

Download the checklist and save it to your phone, tablet, or computer so it is easy to bring to consultations. You can also print it and take notes by hand.

Before moving forward, make sure you:

• Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon
• Confirm the surgery would be done in an accredited facility
• Verify credentials and practice details yourself
• Understand the full cash-pay cost and recovery plan

Illustrations and example images can be helpful for general education, but they are not a promise of what you will look like. Results are honest and individual, and every person heals differently.