The Fake Doctors Behind Asia's Cosmetic Surgery Boom | True Cost | Business Insider

The market for cheap cosmetic procedures performed by fake 'doctors' is exploding across Asia. But while the rewards can be cut-price K-pop looks, botched operations can leave you disfigured for life.

00:00 Introduction
01:14 Meet Mali, a nightclub emcee in Bangkok
03:04 How a cosmetic surgery boom around the world led to the rise of fake ‘doctors’ in Asia
04:12 Meet “Fah,” a bag doctor, as she treats one of her regular clients
07:08 The rise of K-pop looks and the pressure to conform to society’s beauty standards
07:55 Meet Dr. Thep, a real plastic surgeon in Thailand
08:15 The dangers of cheap cosmetic surgery and how Thai police are cracking down on illegal practices
09:10 What’s next for Mali

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The Fake Doctors Behind Asia's Cosmetic Surgery Boom