Our surgical facility is fully accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc (AAAASF).
Did you know that despite growing concern, the vast majority of office-based surgery facilities are unaccredited, operating independent of peer review and inspection process? According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc., the leading organization of board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in cosmetic surgery, this poses a significant threat to the safety of patients.
An accredited surgical facility must:
- Utilize advanced instruments and monitoring devices for patient safety during surgery and in the recovery period.
- Allow surgery to be performed only by qualified surgeons who have privileges to perform the same surgical procedures in an accredited hospital. Surgeons must meet the standards, such as peer-review and continuing medical education, required for operating in an accredited hospital. Surgeons must be certified (or eligible for certification) in surgical specialties recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
- Provide for the administration of general anesthesia, when appropriate, by a board-certified or board-eligible anesthesiologist or certified registered nurse anesthetist. Other personnel assisting in surgery and providing care for the patient in the recovery room include specially trained and certified surgical technicians, registered nurses and licensed practical nurses.
- Comply with applicable local, state and federal regulations including fire safety, sanitation and building codes for the protection of patients and medical personnel.
- Adhere to federal laws and regulations affecting their operation such as OSHA blood-borne pathogens standards, hazardous waste standards and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Every year, our in-office surgical facility is inspected in order to identify any areas that may need improvement. Every three years, a formal site inspection is performed by a trained AAAASF representative. In addition, facility performance is continually monitored and measured against established standards.
Our accredited surgical facility offers our patients: convenience, greater privacy, more personalized attention and it reduces possible exposure to hospital-borne pathogens. The office is warm, comfortable and inviting, in contrast to the large and often impersonal environment of a hospital. You'll be greeted by friendly faces-people who actually know your name. After being escorted into a private changing room, your operating suite will be ready for you. Throughout the entire process you'll be treated by concerned professionals— people you know, who are dedicated to your safety and to catering to your every need.