Cosmetic Procedures Increasing in Iraq

December 2, 2013 - Rhys Branman, MD

CNN brings us this story documenting the resurgence of elective procedures being offered in Iraq. A patients says influence of the media played a role in her choosing to undergo a rhinoplasty operation. “The internet, video clips, television – we see that those who get surgeries done, they look prettier and that encourages us and gives us an incentive to get cosmetic surgery” she tells reporters.