Why Choose Prof. Kehrer?

It can sometimes be challenging to find the right surgeon. Many people struggle to find a trustworthy professional amidst a sea of clinics and self-proclaimed "specialists." In such cases, it is reassuring to rely on proven expertise and qualifications."

---- Prof. Dr. Andreas Kehrer

Who Is Allowed to Do What in Germany? 

In Germany, as in many other countries, any doctor who considers themselves "competent and qualified" can perform aesthetic procedures. This means that even completing a short “thread lifting facelift” course could legally qualify a doctor to offer such treatments. To identify truly skilled surgeons, it is vital to focus on key quality markers:

  1. Verify Certification: Ensure your surgeon is certified in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery. This information can be checked on the Bavarian Ministry of Health website.
  2. Check Registration Numbers:
    • LANR(Lifetime physician number): My registration number is 0230791. Doctors without completed specialist training are not issued a LANR.
    • Bavarian Medical Chamber Number: My registration with the Bavarian State Medical Association as a specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery is 305001.
  3. Professional Memberships:
  4. Additional Qualifications: Check for European certification, such as the EBOPRAS.
  5. Research Contributions: Surgeons with an academic approach have publications in international journals. You can verify my research on PubMed checking for my name. Only international peer-reviewed research articles are displayed on this platform.
  6. Patient Reviews: Feedback from previous patients is invaluable. Check my reviews on popular platforms such as Google Reviews and Jameda.

What Exactly Is a Plastic Surgeon? 

After completing six years of medical school, doctors must specialize further to become a GP, eye specialist, or plastic surgeon. Plastic surgery training is highly competitive and takes at least another six years: two in general surgery and four in plastic surgery. This rigorous training ensures expertise in both reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. Additionally, plastic surgeons are regularly scrutinized by peers to maintain strict quality standards.

Can Anyone Call Themselves a Plastic Surgeon? 

No. Only doctors who have completed six years of plastic surgery training and passed the respective exams can officially hold this title. Some non-specialists claim they "do plastic surgery," but this is not the same as being a certified plastic surgeon.

Why Do Some Doctors Hold a "Dr. med." and Additional Academic Titles, While Others Do Not?

Not all doctors have additional academic titles, as these are associated with further requirements and voluntary academic achievements.

The Dr. med. is a title obtained by completing a scientific doctoral thesis. It signifies that the doctor voluntarily engaged in an in-depth research project on a medical topic alongside their medical studies. High-quality doctoral theses have their scientific results published in professional journals.

A Privatdozent (PD) is a doctor who has completed a Habilitation, an advanced academic qualification beyond the doctoral degree. The Habilitation demonstrates exceptional scientific and teaching qualifications, as well as the ability to conduct independent research and teach at universities. Privatdozenten often combine clinical work with teaching and are actively involved in research.

An apl-Professor (associate professor) is a doctor who has made significant contributions to medicine and research. To achieve this title, they must have already completed a habilitation, an advanced and demanding academic qualification, and subsequently conducted and successfully published further substantial scientific research. The title is awarded by universities and recognizes exceptional academic and clinical contributions.

The title Professor is awarded by universities and honors doctors who excel in teaching, research, and clinical practice. An apl-Professor does not need to be permanently employed at the university but is regularly involved in teaching and research. Apl-Professors share their expertise with students, contribute to medical advancements, and often continue their work in patient care simultaneously.

For patients, this means that an Professor combines practical experience with high scientific expertise, which is particularly beneficial in specialized medical fields.

Why Choose Prof. Kehrer? 

My 20 years of surgical experience, continuous learning, and the evolution of my concepts come together in my practice. For half of that time, I have specialized in facial surgery and facial aesthetics."

Throughout my professional life, I have always strived to exceed the average standard in my field by a significant margin."

My standards include:

  • Taking time to listen to your concerns and wishes.
  • Conducting a behavioral scientific analysis to evaluate how others perceive you.
  • Providing honest advice and an individualized treatment plan, offering realistic expectations about outcomes.
  • Designing surgeries to minimize scars and risks, ensuring the shortest possible recovery time. My personalized pain relief plan ensures a comfortable healing process.
  • Striving for results that enhance your natural appearance and restore balance, allowing your face to reflect how you feel inside.

I aim to make the entire process as seamless as possible so you can return to daily life quickly. Many patients reflect afterward, saying: "Looking back, I don’t understand why I was even worried. I should have done it much earlier!"

How can Facial Plastic Surgery be combined with Microsurgery? 

Plastic surgery in the face requires not only technical skill but also a deep understanding of facial aesthetics. Facial plastic surgery can also profit from microsurgery if the facial plastic surgeon has additional microsurgical skills.

Microsurgery, a sub-discipline of plastic surgery, involves working on tiny structures like nerves and vessels under high magnification. It requires exceptional dedication, surgical skills, high precision, and a strategic approach. Surgeons who continuously work in the field of microsurgery often do so on a voluntary basis and possess qualities that are also highly beneficial for facial surgery, such as great attention to detail, extraordinary stamina, and exceptional patience.

The Microsurgical Attitude: This mindset in reconstructive surgery prioritizes the best possible outcome for patients without compromising on time or effort. Key principles in reconstructive microsurgery include:

  • Precision: Enjoyment in working on tiny structures such as nerves and vessels under magnification.
  • Consistency: Reconstruction of all damaged structures to ensure optimal recovery, even if it requires considerable additional time.
  • Generosity: Using as many grafts and repairs necessary to ensure long-term success and best functional outcome. Demonstrating a low threshold for using these.
  • Focus: Maintaining unwavering concentration and patience, even during complex, lengthy procedures.
  • Meticulousness: meticulous care in the gentle handling of structures
  • Willingness: the readiness to put the patient’s needs before one’s own personal needs.
  • Strategic Thinking: Every step is carefully planned and thoroughly re-evaluated.
  • Commitment: dedicating oneself to closely monitoring and following up with the patient to ensure an optimal outcome.

When these principles are applied and extended to facial plastic and aesthetic surgery, they have a highly positive influence, ensuring outstanding results.

Take the Next Step If you value expertise, safety, and natural results, I invite you to schedule a consultation. Together, we will create a personalized plan to help you achieve your aesthetic goals with confidence and peace of mind.

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