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In addition to offering cosmetic surgery, Dr. Chaffoo is proud to partner with Dr. Susan Stuart, a board-certified dermatologist, to consistently deliver the right solution for each patient’s unique hair loss needs in San Diego.
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THE AMERICAN BOARD OF PLASTIC SURGERY (ABPS)
In addition to offering cosmetic surgery, Dr. Chaffoo is proud to partner with Dr. Susan Stuart, a board-certified dermatologist, to consistently deliver the right solution for each patient’s unique hair loss needs in San Diego.
THE AMERICAN BOARD OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY (ABOTO)
Dr. Chaffoo is a diplomate of The American Board of Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery). “The ABOto ensures that its diplomates have met the ABOto’s professional standards of training and knowledge in otolaryngology — head and neck surgery. Diplomates are required to have completed a minimum of five years of surgical residency training in otolaryngology after graduation from medical school, received approval of the training Program Director, and successfully completed a rigorous written and oral examination process administered by the ABOto.”
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS (ASPS)
Dr. Chaffoo is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. “The ASPS was established over 75 years ago and is the largest plastic surgery specialty organization in the world. ASPS Member Surgeons have more than six years of surgical training and experience, with at least three years specifically in plastic surgery.”
AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY (ASAPS)
Dr. Chaffoo is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. “The mission of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Inc., is to advance the science, art, and safe practice of aesthetic plastic surgery among qualified plastic surgeons through support and direction of medical education and research, sponsorship of scientific meetings and dissemination of information on current aesthetic surgical techniques; to promote and encourage the highest standards of ethical conduct and responsible patient care among aesthetic plastic surgeons; to serve the public interest by providing accurate and timely information regarding aesthetic plastic surgery and promoting patient safety; and to advance the medical profession and assure that aesthetic surgery maintains its proper place within the specialty of plastic surgery.”
Smart Beauty Guide was created by The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery to better help consumers make informed decisions regarding aesthetic plastic surgery and medicine. They offer access to information that will empower visitors to make educated decisions about their beauty and connect them with qualified, board-certified plastic surgeons.
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS (ACS)
Dr. Chaffoo is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. “The ACS is a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.”
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FACIAL PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY (AAFPRS)
Dr. Chaffoo is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. “The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the world’s largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery. AAFPRS members not only have a precise focus in patient care but they also have had more comprehensive training in facial surgery than any other medical specialty.”
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY MDASH HEAD AND NECK SURGERY (AAO-HNS)
Dr. Chaffoo is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery. “The AAO-HNS is the world’s largest organization representing specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. The AAO-HNS Foundation works to advance the art, science, and ethical practice of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery through education, research, and lifelong learning.”
CALIFORNIA SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS (CSPS)
Dr. Chaffoo is a member of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons. “California Society of Plastic Surgeons is an organization of practicing, board-certified plastic surgeons committed to the highest ethical standards.” The mission of CSPS is, “…to advance the profession of plastic surgery through continuing educational activities, advise the public, and act as patient advocates, protecting the welfare of the people of California with respect to cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.”