A foundation year 2 doctor, a plastic surgery registrar, a fourth year medical student, and a consultant hand and plastic surgeon are calling for urgent action and legislation to address the issue of overseas bariatric and cosmetic tourism. They argue that there is a need to regulate these practices to ensure patient safety and quality of care. Their concerns are outlined in a publication in the BMJ in 2024, highlighting the importance of addressing this growing trend to protect the health and well-being of individuals seeking these procedures abroad.
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Urgent action and legislation are needed to tackle overseas bariatric and cosmetic tourism
