what exackly does the Diplomate word mean?
2007-02-07 14:00:16 · 3 answers · asked by xoxoj85 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
This term refers to a plastic surgeon who has not only completed a residency in plastic surgery, but then took a written and an oral examination to prove that he meets very stringent requirements and that he is extremely well-qualified. It isn't easy to pass these exams, but proves that this person has gone above and beyond the minimum requirements and that he stays up-to-date with the latest medical/surgical research and techniques. I would always select a physician for myself who is a "Diplomate" or a "Fellow" of his specialty's board, in this case, the American Board of Plastic Surgery in particular.
2007-02-07 17:02:53 · answer #1 · answered by shefaligandhilist 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-02-07 22:02:39 · answer #2 · answered by Lucifer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It meens he can charge more money.
2007-02-07 22:07:56 · answer #3 · answered by johN p. aka-Hey you. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋