Breast Surgery Consultation Checklist (Miami)

The consultation is where you gather the information to choose well. Use this checklist to prepare, stay organized on the day, and compare surgeons fairly afterward.

Before the consultation

• Confirm the surgeon is ABPS board-certified (verify, don’t assume).
• Review their before-and-after gallery for patients like you.
• Write down your goals and a list of questions (use ours).
• Gather medical history, medications, allergies, and any prior surgical records.
• Note your budget and whether you’ll need financing.

What to bring

• Photo ID and insurance info (relevant for reduction/reconstruction).
• Medication and supplement list.
• Prior operative reports or imaging, if you’ve had breast surgery before.
• Reference photos of results you like (and dislike).
• Your written question list and a way to take notes.

During the consultation — confirm

• Credentials and how often they perform your procedure.
• The accredited facility and board-certified anesthesia.
• The recommended technique, implant/lift options, and incisions.
• Risks, complications, and how they’re handled.
• Recovery timeline, restrictions, and follow-up schedule.
• An itemized, all-inclusive quote and financing options.
• The revision policy.

How it should feel

• You felt listened to, not rushed or pressured.
• Answers were honest — including about limitations and risks.
• No “today-only” pricing or pushy upsells.

After — compare

• Rate each surgeon on credentials, communication, plan, facility, and cost.
• Re-read your notes a day later, when the “sales glow” has faded.
• Get a second opinion for revision, reconstruction, or explant.

This is general information, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified, board-certified surgeon for guidance on your specific situation.

Compare board-certified options in our Miami breast surgeon guide.