What is the difference between a general surgeon, a plastic surgeon, and a cosmetic surgeon?

Training

MS/DNB in General Surgery

MCh/DNB in Plastic Surgery

Usually Plastic Surgeons or Dermatologists

Focus Area

Abdomen, hernia, appendix, etc.

Reconstruction, burns, trauma, aesthetics

Aesthetics: rhinoplasty, liposuction, Botox

Surgery Type

Life-saving and general procedures

Reconstructive + Cosmetic

Elective cosmetic procedures