BUFFALO, NY - The Senate health reform bill includes a 5 percent cosmetic procedures tax.  Does this make you angry? Well I am mad as hell.   Government spending is out of control and the public pays the price.  This is a discriminatory tax mainly levied against women.  According to the ASPS, 86% of cosmetic surgery patients are women.

Research has shown that 60% of the respondents in a recent cosmetic surgery survey, who plan on having a cosmetic surgery procedure, have an annual household income of $30,000 to $60,000.  Only 10% have an income over $90,000.  This data refutes any claims that cosmetic surgery is for the wealthy only. 

I encourage all readers to take action by contacting their Congressmen to oppose this provision in the Senate health reform bill.  Please voice your disapproval for this provision.

American Society of Plastic Surgery national meeting

BUFFALO, NY – I just returned from the national meeting of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) in Seattle, Washington.  This was a wonderful gathering of the experts in Plastic Surgery.  I was able to learn about many new approaches to treating all types of Plastic Surgery problems.   Not only did I expand my knowledge base, but I was able to review the current trends in Plastic surgery.

 During this meeting I attended Allergan Academy.  I learned many new and exciting areas in Breast implants and Breast Augmentation.   This expanded my knowledge in the field of Breast surgery which will assist me in the care of my patients.

 There were many exhibitors present.  I learned about many new products and procedures.  Many of these products will be a great addition to my practice.

 Seattle is a great city.  I recommend you visit here whenever you get a chance.  There are many wonderful sites to visit.  Definitely a city with a lot to see and do. 

Dr Todd Koch