How to choose a rhinoplasty surgeon abroad

The checklist

1. Check 1

   Verify the qualifications and registration

   Ask exactly what the surgeon is qualified in and which medical council they are registered with - then check it. (Dr Hendaoui is registered with the Conseil de l'Ordre des Médecins de Tunisie, No. 16601.)

2. Check 2

   Ask about experience with your case

   How regularly do they perform rhinoplasty? Do they handle revision or more complex cases?

3. Check 3

   Expect an honest assessment

   A good surgeon will discuss realistic outcomes and is willing to say no if surgery isn't right for you.

4. Check 4

   Understand the facility and anaesthetic

   Where will you be operated on, and who gives the anaesthetic?

5. Check 5

   Check the aftercare plan

   How is follow-up handled once you're home, who do you contact, and how fast?

6. Check 6

   Look at genuine before/after and independent reviews

   Photos should be real and consented; be wary of images that look too polished or unrelated.

7. Check 7

   Read the costs carefully

   Get an itemised quote and check what's excluded (flights, insurance).

8. Check 8

   Arrange travel insurance

   Insurance that covers elective surgery abroad and complications.

Red flags to walk away from

Why this matters more than the country

Safety comes from the surgeon, patient selection, facility and aftercare - not from where the clinic is. A careful checklist protects you whether you choose the UK or abroad.

FAQ

What's the single most important thing when choosing a surgeon abroad?

Verifiable qualifications and relevant experience, combined with an honest assessment. A surgeon who is willing to say surgery isn't right for you is a good sign, not a bad one.

How do I know before/after photos are genuine?

Ask whether the photos are the surgeon's own patients and consented. Be cautious of images that look overly polished, inconsistent, or that appear elsewhere unrelated to the clinic.

What are the biggest red flags?

Pressure or time-limited offers, guaranteed results, claims that surgery is painless or risk-free, no proper consultation, and no clear plan for complications after you return home.