Association des spécialistes en chirurgie plastique et esthétique du Québec

The training received by members of the Association des spécialistes en chirurgie plastique et esthétique du Québec (ASCPEQ) includes general surgery followed by five years of specialized training. These specialists are then ideally suited to offer the talent and competency required for delicate plastic and cosmetic surgery procedures.

The ASCPEQ is an organization dedicated to furthering the development of its membership and promoting quality care that meets the needs of the population.

To this end, the Association focuses on the ongoing development of the art and science of plastic and cosmetic surgery through the distribution of relevant public information, improved communication within the doctor-patient relationship, understanding and mutual respect, as well as active involvement in professional development and educational programs including debates regarding the role and place of health professionals in Québec society today.

The Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons

The mandate of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons (SCPEC) is to promote the development of modern surgical techniques, to facilitate the exchange of ideas and information between qualified plastic surgeons, to support on-going training and to maintain the highest standards of excellence in plastic surgery.

According to the SCPEC, the training and licensing of plastic surgeons by professional organizations is more important than ever. Dr. Michael Driver, president of the SCPEC, adds that our colleagues are recognized for the excellence of their competencies and ongoing training. When looking for a a plastic surgeon, people must make sure to choose someone who possesses excellent training combined with ongoing personal development.

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is a non-profit organization was created in 1929 under the terms of a Canadian parliamentary law. Its purpose is to provide a global framework for the medical training of specialists in Canada.

The mission statement supports this mandate: An organization of specialists dedicated to the establishment of high standards of practice and the assurance of quality in health care services.

The role of the College derives from its primary objective of establishing the highest possible standards in the training of specialists and the provision of health care in Canada.

The Associates are entitled to the designation FRCPC (Associate of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, in medicine) or FRCSC (Associate of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Can, in surgery), according to their qualifications.

The CAAAF is a national organization whose goal is to ensure that surgical operations performed outside public hospitals are practised in a safe and competent manner. The membership of doctors voluntarily agrees to inspections of their surgical unit by their colleagues in order to ensure patients receive a safe alternative to intra-hospital surgery.

The objectives of the CAAASF

are to establish standards concerning the premises and equipment that member surgeries must meet before being certified; to identify the required qualifications for individuals who work in surgical units; and to ensure that the standards are respected during the course of daily activities. (Quality Assurance Program).

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons

The ASPS is the largest plastic surgery specialty organization in the world. Founded in l93l, the society is composed of board-certified plastic surgeons who perform cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
The mission of ASPS is to advance quality care to plastic surgery patients by encouraging high standards of training, ethics, physician practice and research in plastic surgery. The society advocates for patient safety, such as encouraging its members to operate in surgical facilities that have passed rigorous external review of equipment and staffing.

Only members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons may display the ASPS logo. This symbol of excellence in plastic surgery is what to look for when deciding on a surgeon. It tells you that you are choosing a physician who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - important credentials.

American College of Surgeons

The requirements for membership in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) are designed to encourage application by trained and experienced plastic surgeons who concentrate their practices in performing cosmetic plastic surgery of the face and the entire body. ASAPS membership remains an exclusive privilege for those surgeons who possess the necessary qualifications. Only about one-quarter of all American Board of Plastic Surgery certified surgeons have been accepted into ASAPS membership. Physicians who have been trained in specialties other than plastic surgery are not eligible for membership in ASAPS.

Among the requirements for invitation and election to ASAPS membership, a plastic surgeon must:
• Be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or, in plastic surgery by the    Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada*
• Be at least in the third year of active practice following board certification
• Participate in accredited Continuing Medical Education (CME) to stay current with    developments in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery
• Document the performance of a significant number and variety of cosmetic    surgical cases to demonstrate wide experience;
• Be sponsored by two ASAPS-member plastic surgeons to help ensure that the    applicant's professional reputation meets the high standards required by ASAPS
• Adhere to current ethical standards for professional conduct as outlined in the    Code of Ethics observed by all ASAPS-member surgeons.

The American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational association of surgeons founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.
Members of the American College of Surgeons are referred to as "Fellows." The letters FACS (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) after a surgeon's name mean that the surgeon's education and training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct have passed a rigorous evaluation, and have been found to be consistent with the high standards established and demanded by the College.

La Fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec

The (FMSQ) represents 34 affiliated doctor associations in various disciplines. In all, the Fédération has 7,500 members, men and women who practice in various regions of the province. Their register contains a list of the many medical specialties that are part of the Québec medical mosaic of the 21st century.

Le Collège des médecins du Québec

The mission of the Collège des médecins du Québec is to promote quality medicine in order to improve the health of the Québec population.