"For a Woman's Touch in Plastic Surgery ". Our office motto is "An educated patient is a happy patient." We strive to inform you fully of your options, including limitations, potential risks, and anticipated outcome. Our personal and professional commitment is to provide exceptional individualized care that will improve the health and well being of our patients. We accomplish this by providing personalized, affordable excellence in Plastic Surgery . Your Consultation During your first visit with Dr. Rasmussen , she will evaluate your complaint or medical problem, review your medical history, examine the appropriate body area, discuss the diagnosis, and recommend options for treatment. The goals, anticipated outcome, limitations, and potential risks will also be discussed. Generally, no definitive treatment is performed during this consult, but it is a time to provide information and answer any questions you may have. A loved one is encouraged to be present. If surgical treatment is decided upon, scheduling of surgery will be arranged and preoperative instructions will be given. If you are seeing Dr. Rasmussen for a cosmetic consultation, you may view educational video tapes during your visit. She does not expect you to schedule surgery at the time of the consult; rather she prefers that you take time to consider your options and then return for a second visit, should you decide to proceed with surgery. Second opinions are encouraged to allow you to make the decision that's right for you.