Cosmetic surgery is intended to improve a person's appearance by restoration of damaged areas of skin, removal of wrinkles or blemishes, etc. This is an elective procedure usually not covered by insurance. Reconstructive surgery is the restoration of appearance and function following injury or disease, or the correction of congenital defects, using the techniques of plastic surgery. Reconstructive surgery is generally covered by most health insurance policies although coverage for specific reconstructive procedures and levels of coverage may vary greatly.

Most activities should be avoided after surgery.  The procedure and your individual recovery process will most likely dictate your activity level.

Ask your physician about the benefits and risks of your surgery; discuss your expectations and understand side effects and recovery time.

Consult with your plastic surgeon and discuss your full medical history to determine the most appropriate treatment. Ask if you are a good candidate for the procedure, what risks are involved, what must be done to achieve maximum results, the recovery process, etc.

Here are some questions to ask when selecting a physician.

1. Are you an ASPS Member Surgeon?
2. Are you board-certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).
3. Do you have hospital privileges to perform this procedure? If so, at which hospitals?
4. Is the surgical facility accredited?
5. How many procedures of this type have you performed?

Click here to view Dr. Freedland’s qualifications, training, and certifications. 

Dr. Michael Freedland is an ASPS member surgeon.  ASPS Member Surgeons are qualified, trained and properly certified. They adhere to a strict code of ethics, receive continuous education and operate only in accredited facilities. All members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons are certified by the ABPS or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. The ABPS is the only one of the 24 boards approved by the American Board of Medical Specialties that certifies physicians in plastic surgery of the face and all areas of the body. 

Dr. Freedland performs all surgeries at St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia, Michigan or Straith Hospital in Southfield, Michigan, which are both fully accredited hospitals. St. Mary Mercy is a member of Trinity Health, the largest healthcare system in Michigan. This hospital has received numerous awards, including the 2003 Governor's Award, 2004 National Quality Award (Trinity Health), and the 2005 Health Grades Distinguished Award for Clinical Excellence and Distinguished Award for Patient Safety.