Checking a plastic surgeon in Luxembourg
In Luxembourg, a plastic surgeon should hold registration under 'Chirurgie plastique' with the Collège médical. Here's where to check it and what to look for.
We read the official register directly. Last checked 18 October 2026What the titles mean in Luxembourg
Every doctor practising in Luxembourg must be registered with the Collège médical, whose Registre ordinal lists active doctors with their specialties. Many surgeons also practise in Belgium, France or Germany.
We read the Collège médical register directly and check hospital directories. For cross-border surgeons, check their home country too.
What we check for Luxembourg surgeons
Society membership is voluntary. Not being a member doesn't mean a surgeon isn't qualified.
How to check it yourself
- Search the surgeon's surname on the Collège médical register. Collège médical register
- Check they're listed under 'Chirurgie plastique'.
- Make sure they're not marked 'Ne pratique plus' (no longer practising).
Common questions
What does 'Ne pratique plus' mean?
The doctor is registered but no longer practises.
Source: Collège médicalCan I see the ministry's register of authorisations?
Not online. Access to it is by request only.
Source: guichet.public.luI'm considering surgery abroad. What should I check?
The same principle applies everywhere: find the official register in that country and look for specialist registration in plastic surgery. See every country we cover