Dr. Jihan Abdel Qader: The most popular plastic surgery today is liposuction, followed by tummy tuck operations

The field of plastic and reconstructive surgery has witnessed a great spread recently, and regardless of the opinion of some of its opponents, the majority are moving in the direction of support, as it is, in the end, a department that is no less valuable than any other department of medicine. He drew them on faces that had lost the way and said hope and many of those who helped them to live their lives better, more happy and satisfied, and with the development of cosmetic medicine and the advancement of cosmetic technology, the demand for cosmetic hospitals in the Middle East increased significantly.
The American University Hospital recorded an increase in the percentage of patients by 11% on an annual basis in the number of patients in 2016 compared to the previous year, according to the report on trends in cosmetic medicine in Dubai, which was recently published by the hospital. Contributing factors to this growth include higher awareness of auditors, growth in medical tourism, increased focus on international accreditation, significant population growth, and rising disposable income.

Dr. Jehan Abdelkader, CEO of the American Academy of Plastic Surgery Hospital, said: “There is an increasing shift towards value when it comes to aesthetic medicine. A care package tailored to their specific needs. The American Academy of Plastic Surgery Hospital noticed this trend from the start and made sure to provide a strong combination of advanced technology and the necessary medical skills.”

According to the report, with the increasing demand for aesthetic medicine, it is important for players in the industry to attract qualified, experienced personnel, advanced modern facilities to perform operations, and all the elements necessary to secure patient confidence. And the American Academy of Plastic Surgery Hospital is the only hospital in the Middle East to receive “Joint Commission International” accreditation and, for the third time in a row, received the Gold Seal of Accreditation from “Joint Commission International.”

According to hospital statistics, the most popular plastic surgeries in 2016 were liposuction (38%), tummy tuck (20%), breast surgery (18%), rhinoplasty (9%), and cosmetic gynecology (5%). In 2016, the hospital received visitors from more than 100 nationalities for treatment, the majority of whom were UAE nationals. Saudis remain the second largest group of visitors with an increase of 4.7% year-on-year, while the increase continued from the UK (16%), Qatar (17%), Oman (11%) and Egypt (10%) markets.

The healthcare sector in the UAE is experiencing rapid growth with an increasing number of hospitals, primary healthcare facilities, health insurance options and specialized services. I do not see you as a hated deity nor do you need a doctor, but precautions and periodic check-ups are a duty for each of us, with our wishes for continued health and wellness for all.