Facial injectibles can restore a youthful appearance when administered by a trained practitioner. But in the wrong hands, they can leave patients severely disfigured. Now, a group of women in the UK are voicing their frustration over the lack of oversight in London’s cosmetic surgery industry, and demanding change. Read the full story

Plastic surgeons don’t know how to wash hands properly, says a recent online survey of more than 120 ENT specialists. But, one patient safety expert notes that patients need not be overly concerned. Read the full story

Research, Not Hype, Required for Plastic Surgery Decisions

In the world of marketing, few ideas have more power than The Next Big Thing. With each new device, technique, and product that is released to the market, the popular media explodes in a flurry of activity, pushing out news of the latest breakthrough to the hungry masses.

But how much of what we read, see, and hear about plastic surgery is real news, and how much is just marketing hype? Read the full story

Sex Scandal Rocks Northern California

The cities of Tracy and Stockton California have been rocked by reports of a plastic surgeon sexually assaulting his patients. Investigators believe there may be as many as 64 victims, one a 16 year old minor.

Dr. Peter Chi was arrested in February on charges he raped 8 patients. Since that time, dozens of women, including former employees, have stepped forward with similar reports.

Chi now faces 64 felony charges for sexual battery by fraud, rape, and commission of a lewd act on a minor. Bail was set at half a million dollars.

Although the San Joaquin County DA’s office requested a 2.3 million dollar bond, the judge denied the motion on the basis that Chi is not believed to be a flight risk.

As of this report, Dr. Chi is out on bond and hasn’t entered a plea, but has surrendered his medical license pending trial. Dr. Chi is also an ear nose and throat specialist, and is a facial plastic surgeon, a different pathway than typical plastic surgeons Board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.