Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice in New York

Cosmetic surgery, also known as plastic surgery, is any surgical procedure performed in order to improve one's appearance. It can range from rhinoplasty, or nose job, to breast implants or reduction to gastric bypass surgery or lap band surgery for weight loss purposes. Cosmetic surgery also includes reconstructive surgery, which is done to correct defects or improve function. While most surgical procedures pose a low risk of complications and injury, no surgery is risk-free. Plastic surgery- including both reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery- is no exception. And every plastic surgeon must exercise a reasonable degree of skill when performing the operation. Plastic surgery malpractice can cause serious, long-term medical issues, as well as aesthetically undesirable results. Some complications that may be a result of plastic surgery malpractice are:

Breast augmentation complications
Incorrect size
Nerve damage
Infection
Encapsulation with distortion and firmness
Excessive scarring

Breast reduction complications

Loss of nipple or breast skin cover requiring grafting or other surgery
Asymmetry
Excessive scarring
Disfigurement

Liposuction complications
Disfigurement
Numbness
Abdominal perforations that require second surgery
Organ penetration
Internal bleeding
Death

Face lift and blepharoplasty complications
Excessive scarring requiring further surgery
Nerve damage
Excessive dry eyes
Inability to close eyes
Excessive skin removal

Rhinoseptoplasty and Rhinoplasty (Nose Job) complications
Asymmetry
Breathing difficulties

Abdominoplasty complications
Skin loss
Excessive scarring
Nerve damage
Undiagnosed post-surgical infection
Skin resurfacing complications
Blistering and/or burns that cause scars
Undiagnosed post-surgical infection
Permanent skin discoloration

Plastic surgeons, like all physicians, also have a legal obligation to disclose all possible risks- both minor and major- to their patients prior to surgery. Plastic surgeons are required to offer this important information, whether or not their patients request such information.

Certain risks accompany virtually all surgeries, including risk of blood clots, anesthesia or medication reactions, infection, respiratory complications, and death. Other risks may be specific to a particular procedure. For example, breast augmentation carries the unique risk of resulting in capsular contracture, whereby the scar tissue around the breast hardens and squeezes the implant, causing pain and disfigurement that often requires additional surgery.

Contact an Experienced New York Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice Lawyer

To learn if you have a valid cosmetic surgical injury lawsuit, is it is best to consult a New York medical malpractice attorney who has experience handling these types of claims. The Law Offices of Sam Rosmarin is backed by 30 years of medical malpractice experience. Mr. Rosmarin started his career defending hospitals and surgeons accused of malpractice, and then shifted his focus 15 years ago to representing plaintiffs like you. Mr. Rosmarin knows how to prepare a strong and effective surgical lawsuit, as well as what type of evidence and testimony is needed to make a case compelling. You can depend on Mr. Rosmarin and the dedicated legal team at his office to work hard in pursing your claim, while you focus your energy and attention on recovering from your injuries.

To contact an experienced New York cosmetic surgery medical malpractice attorneyat the Law Offices of Sam Rosmarin, please call (914) 686-4000 for a free consultation!