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Outsourcing Plastic Surgery, 2006.
A discussion on the pricing dynamics of outsourcing plastic surgery with a focus on "the bundling of surgery" with safaris in Africa.
972 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper discusses consumer behavior dynamics that are starting to emerge from the pervasive outsourcing of services. The paper particularly focuses on the outsourcing of plastic surgery and describes the way in which consumers from wealthier countries fly to South Africa and combine surgery with safari, in order to receive cheaper, but quality services.
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"For any business model or even the strategies that support them to survive, there has to be more of a balance between the 4 Ps of marketing which include promotion, place or distribution, and product in addition to price. In fact price is the most volatile and over-used of differentiators in many companies and entire industries. This has been exacerbated by global outsourcing strategies in many industries, with many looking for the 40% reduction in costs to justify moving their services spending, manufacturing operations, or both offshore. Yet pricing cannot sustain a business model for more than several quarters, even in the most commoditized of industries, according to research completed by Marn, Roegner, and Zawada of McKinsey and Company (The Power of Pricing, Pages 27 - 36)."
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Plastic Surgery in the 1920's, 2002.
This paper examines plastic surgery in the 1920s, the first decade that the idea of plastic surgery became popularized.
1,995 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses that modern plastic surgery has its origins in World War I as physicians attempted to return, to some degree of wholeness, the many soldiers who were so terribly mutilated. This paper focuses on plastic surgery with examples of nose and breast reshaping. The author feels that plastic surgery was used mostly not to express women's essential freedom and modernity but to try to please the men in their lives who still had substantial power over them.
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"But, it was even more controversial when performed for cosmetic reasons - especially when it was performed on women. Women were gaining a great deal of social, political and economic power in the 1920s - spurred by their having gained the franchise in 1920 - and the look of the Flapper as the modern woman was seen as threatening to many. Bobbed hair, bobbed skirts and bobbed noses seemed to many people all to be symptoms of the too-great power that women were gaining in society."
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Plastic Surgery, 2007.
A discussion of the pros and cons associated with plastic surgery - in the realm of both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
782 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper discusses the background of plastic surgery. It looks into both genres of plastic surgery - reconstructive surgery and cosmetic or aesthetic surgery. The paper discusses the pros of plastic surgery, particularly in the realm of reconstructive surgery and then discusses its cons, particularly the medical risks and uncertainties that are associated with it.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery Cons
Plastic Surgery Pros
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"Plastic surgery also has several advantages, especially in the area of reconstructive surgery. Reconstructive surgery is used to correct deficiencies that would otherwise have no means of treatment. Reconstructive surgery has made some of the most notable advancements in the area of microsurgery, and can be used to repair birth defects, such as cleft pallets, and internal forms of function. It can also be used to repair injuries suffered in accidents, and has led to saving limbs and restoring joints that otherwise would be irreparable. Burns can be repaired by skin grafting, and facial injuries involving extensive dental repair are common procedures for plastic surgery, that can improve an individual's self esteem as well as their ability to perform usual and normal functions. Additionally, the field of plastic surgery has widely grown, increasing the accuracy of procedures. Finally, as innovations in this area allow plastic surgery to flourish, the restoration of normal human form and function will become safer."
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Plastic Surgery, 2005.
This paper examines plastic surgery and the risks involved.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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The paper discusses plastic surgery and poses some questions: Is plastic surgery right for you? Why even think about plastic surgery? What are the reasons for someone to have plastic surgery? What are the risks? The paper notes that the number of cosmetic surgeries is rapidly increasing. The paper points out that it is important to consider the risks involved in plastic surgery compared to the benefits of having it. The paper adds that it is also important to check the credential of the plastic surgeon and to interview the surgeon.
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"Is plastic surgery right for you? Why even think about plastic surgery? What are the reasons for someone to have plastic surgery? What are the risks? In a recent issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, it shows that only 5% of young college-aged women have plastic surgery (Epidemic of Cosmetic Procedures 81). However, the number of cosmetic surgeries is rapidly increasing. "The number of surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures in the United States increased by 44% in 2004 to a total of nearly 11.9 million" (Cosmetic procedures 50). What are some of the cosmetic surgeries that people have? "Top surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures among all Americans in 2004 included liposuction, Botox, breast augmentation, laser hair removal, eyelid surgery, chemical peel, rhinoplasty, microdermabrasion, face lift and hyaluronic acid" (Cosmetic procedures 50)."
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Plastic Surgery, 2005.
A look at the history and evolution of the special branch of medicine known as plastic surgery.
946 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains the origins of plastic surgery, looks at the technological advancements that have aided the evolution of plastic surgery, describes the different types of plastic surgery, and discusses its psychological effects.
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"The term 'plastic' is derived from the Greek syllable 'plastikos' meaning 'mold' or 'give shape to'. Plastic surgery is a special branch of medicine that deals with curing or rectifying facial disfigurement, scarring or other anomalies in the physical features that are either congenital or accidental. Advancements in technology have broadened the scope of plastic surgery and today it is performed for a variety of cosmetic purposes like, face-lift, breast implantation, reduction, penile enlargement etc. The historic origin of plastic surgery is traced back to India (hundreds of years BC), where a text has references to what can be called as modern day rhinoplasty. Then in Italy during the sixteenth century Gasparo Tagliocozzi specialized techniques to treat facial disfigurement. He is also credited with the publication (1597) of the first comprehensive account of skin transplantation method in his work "De curtorum chirurgia per insitionem," [Alysa R herman]. But plastic surgery, as a specialist branch of medicine became prominent only during the World War 1 period where the exigencies of the wartime situation and the horribly mutilated faces of thousands of soldiers demanded new methods of treatment and 'maxillofacial surgery' evolved. [Elizabeth Haiken]"
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The Plastic Surgery Industry, 2001.
This paper studies the development of the plastic surgery industry in the United States.
1,565 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 51.95
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This paper studies the plastic surgery industry in the United States. It focuses on breast implants and face lifts. It describes the history of the field and discusses the current techniques. The paper contends that cosmetic surgery has become a multi-billion dollar industry and involves many more average Americans than stars and wealthy patients. The industry is thriving despite the controversy over the breast implant surgery and the future looks very profitable. The paper concludes that the industry of plastic surgery will continue to thrive and prosper in the future, especially in the United States.
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"Until several decades ago plastic surgery was reserved for the very wealthy and Hollywood movie stars. They would go into hiding, and come out a few weeks later looking younger than they did before. Everyone knew something had been lifted or tucked but it was rarely vocalized in public. Then the breast implant market hit the scene and the plastic surgery industry exploded into a Mecca of revenue and business. Women between 18 and 80 were rushing to have their breasts enlarged. Once this became an accepted practice it was not long before the "average" person was taking vacation time from work to have a face-lift. Cosmetic surgery has become a multi-billion dollar industry and involves many more average Americans than stars and wealthy patients. The industry is thriving even given the controversy over the breast implant surgery and the future looks very profitable. "
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Plastic Surgery, 2007.
This paper discusses the increasing popularity of cosmetic procedures today.
1,179 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper explores the growing popularity in surgery as a choice of physical enhancement. The paper attributes this to fashion trends, the influence of the media and people living longer and looking to enhance their quality of retired life. The paper also notes the general wealth of society today and the minority who undergo cosmetic surgery for medical reasons. The paper concludes by encouraging people to thoroughly consult their physicians before choosing plastic surgery.
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"The media plays a major role in popularizing cosmetic surgery. Reality shows such as "Extreme Makeover", "I Want a Famous Face" and "Extreme Makeover" for example tend to glamorize plastic surgery for its ability to provide instant physical enhancement. These shows make the surgery option more desirable than it might otherwise have been. The shows also do not issue particular warnings regarding the possible dangers of the procedure. The glamorization of surgical success, combined with diminishing the dangers, provide the illusion that any cosmetic procedures are simple, straightforward and relatively safe (BBC News Online)."
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Plastic Surgery, 1993.
Describes the procedure for lower eyelid cosmetic surgery.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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"INTRODUCTION
Plastic surgery is the medical specialty that seeks to improve physical function or to minimize disfigurement or scarring resulting from accidents, disease or birth defects, and the word plastic is derived from the Greek meaning molding or giving form. Plastic surgery includes aesthetic surgery, popularly known as cosmetic surgery, which can be used to reshape facial and bodily features and which is designed to improve an individual's appearance. Aesthetic eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is an operation used to remove excess skin and fat on upper and lower eyelids, a procedure that can eliminate conditions that give an individual a tired appearance, such as wrinkled folds on skin on upper eyelids, bags under the eyes, and sagging eyebrows. Reconstructive blepharoplasty can be performed ..."
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Laparoscopic Surgery vs. Gastric Bypass Surgery, 2004.
A critique of an article about laparoscopic versus open gastric bypass surgery.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper presents an extensive critique of a short article about laparoscopic versus open gastric bypass surgery. The paper explains that the article looks at the early postoperative outcomes of the two surgeries, comparing lengths of hospital stays, complications, weight loss, and return to normal activities. The paper concludes that the article is a simple observational study.
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"The researchers in this study are looking to see if there is a difference between the early postoperative outcomes of laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery and open gastric bypass surgery. The problem is stated clearly. The problem is important to nursing in that the laparoscopic procedure resulted in shorter hospital stays and in terms of the types of complications seen after the two types of surgeries. The problem was a very simplistic one which merely involved assessing the early outcomes of the two types of procedures and was very..."
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IT - Outsourcing Yes or No?, 2008.
An examination of the pros and cons of IT outsourcing.
1,499 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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This paper examines the determination, risks, benefits, costs and implications of IT Outsourcing. The paper explains that outsourcing is an arrangement in which one company provides services for another company that could also be or usually have been provided in-house. The paper looks at the various aspects of an IT service and how outsourcing and IT affect each other. The writer believes that only time will tell if outsourcing of the IT technology will be tomorrow's future or simply a temporary bubble in the industrial revolution.
Outline:
Introduction of Outsourcing IT
Determining if Outsourcing is Right for IT
Determining the Risks of Outsourcing IT
Determining the Benefits of Outsourcing IT
Determining the Overhead of Outsourcing IT
Determining if Outsourcing IT was the Correct Choice
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"The 1990's opened up advancements in technology which became both a blessing for some companies but at the same time became an increasing challenge to keep up with the requirements to electronically link the suppliers and the customers. Businesses became faced with the challenges of re-engineering, downsizing, outsourcing, and restructuring in order to remain flexible and reactive. In the article "Just in Time for the Holidays" McNulty, E (2005 December) it was pointed out that Santa should stop thinking of himself as a victim of demand uncertainty. He needs to stop reacting to fads and start creating them." In this particular case the problem was reacting to the changing needs of the kids, in this case the changing requirements of the IT environment may be the same fad."
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Cosmetic Surgery, 2008.
This paper explores the benefits and drawbacks of cosmetic surgery.
1,633 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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The paper discusses how advocates of cosmetic surgery tout the social opportunities that it makes available while critics decry it as a manifestation of our superficiality. The paper shows how plastic surgery has many benefits, even from a healthcare perspective, but stresses that for those seeking social acceptance, it can fail to deliver the happiness they seek. The paper concludes that cosmetic surgery is an important option in medicine but its implementation must be measured by sensitivity, pragmatism and education, all of which can help an individual determine whether or not it is appropriate for his needs.
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"The emphases on celebrity culture, the sociological premium on beauty and the various pressures which contribute to our collective crises of self-image all have precipitated an age of unprecedented appeal to surgical procedures as a recourse to dissatisfaction over physical appearance. A cultural proclivity toward placing aesthetics at a high post on the priority list is contributing to the growing acceptability of cosmetic procedure as a means to reducing the signs of aging, enhancing standout features, rectifying dimorphous features and beautifying adolescents before they develop into adulthood. This propensity is complimented by an increasing availability of cosmetic surgery to an ever widening population of individuals through lowering costs, insurance regulations which more commonly cover such procedures and a greater accessibility of information regarding such procedures. Additionally, improving medical science and our deepening understanding of the human body are making all manner of procedure now feasible."
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Outsourcing - Ethical Dilemma, 2005.
This paper examines the phenomena of outsourcing from an employee and corporate perspective in an attempt to gain insight into the pros and cons of the outsourcing issue.
1,102 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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The writer proposes that outsourcing is morally and ethically an objectionable practice, that results in little benefit to the company and much harm to the employees it affects. A formal review of the literature available with regard to outsourcing is analyzed, and the case against outsourcing is made. The paper shows how outsourcing impacts workers in a negative manner, goes against the moral and ethical standards inherent in business and proves that outsourcing will ultimately result in dissatisfaction for corporations in the long term.
Abstract
Introduction
Effects of Outsourcing
Right/Duties/Moral Obligations of Corporations
Conclusions
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"From a moral and ethical standpoint, outsourcing is wrong and has negative consequences on both employees and the productivity and efficiency of corporations in the long term. From a practical standpoint, corporations that rush to outsource job functions realize few returns on their investment and few profit savings in the long term. The rush to outsource has left companies with little value and no tangible increases in productivity or delivery."
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Outsourcing, 2007.
This paper is a complete quantitative research project, with an extensive literature review, that explores the impact of outsourcing on the American worker and the American economy.
19,940 words (approx. 79.8 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that the study investigates the impact of outsourcing specifically on white collar workers in the high-tech industry, who are increasingly becoming more affected by the phenomenon of offshore outsourcing. The author reports that the methodology for the study was a questionnaire, using a 7 point Likert scale, which was sent to 65 randomly selected computer programmers employed in the U.S. at Microsoft, Cisco and Apple. The paper indicated that the quantitative research and the literature review conclude that outsourcing is a serious issue, which impacts American workers and the American economy; however, it is clear that the practice of outsourcing is here to stay. The paper includes the questionnaire and many quotations, tables, figures and graphs.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Context of the Problem
Statement of the Problem
Research Questions
Significance of the Study
Limitations of the Study
Review of the Literature
Globalization
Politics of Offshore Outsourcing
Trends in Offshore Outsourcing
Most Popular Countries for Offshore Outsourcing
Impact of Offshore Outsourcing on the American Worker
Impact of Offshore Outsourcing on White-Collar American Workers
The Impact of Outsourcing on the American Economy
Security and Cultural Barriers Associated with Offshore Outsourcing
The Future of offshore Outsourcing
Methodology
Methodology Overview
Methodology Survey
Subject Population
Data Collection
Organization of the Study
Results
Discussion, Conclusion, Implications
Appendix
Survey
Letter Sent to the Appropriate Managerial Personnel
Low Labor Cost Chart
Number of U.S. Service Sector Jobs Projected to Shift Offshore
Share of Projected American Jobs Moving Offshore
Workers Displaced From and Reemployed in Full-Time Wage and Salary Jobs
Hourly Compensation Costs
Hourly Compensation Costs for Production Workers
Employment Cost Index
Employer Cost for Employee Compensation
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"The literature review asserts that a great deal of the focus on outsourcing began as a purely political issue. The literature review indicates that politicians used the slowdown in the labor market, to assert that the cause of the slowdown was offshore outsourcing. The literature review also found that many major media outlets had many reports on the topic of outsourcing, which may have distorted the true facts concerning the nature of outsourcing on workers and the economy. On the other hand, many years after that election, offshore outsourcing seems to be an issue for many American workers."
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Cosmetic Surgery, 2002.
Examines why North American women continue to be the primary targets and consumers of cosmetic surgery.
3,165 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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Throughout history, women have been fed the notion that beauty is all that matters in life. Today, in the 21st century, women are the primary targets of the media industry. The paper shows that media manipulation of women's perspectives related to their appearance routinely occurs, as media moguls persist to work hand in hand with the cosmetic industry, feeding society with unattainable ideals, encouraging women to mutilate themselves for psychological reasons, often with lethal consequences usually hidden in fine print.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Thesis
History and Ideals of Beauty
Modern Day Cosmetic Surgery as a "Panacea", the Cure All for Life's
Problems
Beauty and Unattainable Ideals
Beauty as a Business Industry
Media and Manipulation
Wrong Reasons for Undergoing Plastic Surgery
Lethal Consequences
Conclusion
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"Initially, "cosmetic surgery" was intended and typically reserved as a repair mechanism to assist wounded and deformed soldiers in war. Soldiers returning from WWI with missing limbs and shrapnel torn faces entrusted their appearance to the hands of skilled surgeons of the time. The development of cosmetic surgery received a push for movement from the need to repair gross deformities sustained in WWI to the need to change normal and typical physical appearances. Early surgeons intended cosmetic surgery for surgical repair of congenital or acquired deformities and the restoration of contour to improve the appearance and function of tissue defects (Kazanjian, 250). Today however, cosmetic surgery takes on a whole new meaning, and the players are participating in a totally different ball game. Though many plastic surgeons are still touted and well received for their remarkable abilities to restore dignity to the deformed, cosmetic surgery has also taken on a new meaning. Cosmetic surgery has become a mechanism women have turned to in hopes of changing not just their appearance, but also their life."
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IT Outsourcing, 2007.
A discussion of the advantages of outsourcing in information technology.
4,798 words (approx. 19.2 pages), 35 sources, APA, $ 122.95
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This paper examines the benefits of companies outsourcing projects, especially in the area of information technology. Outsourcing is defined and reasons are given why a company may decide to use outside contractors over in-house employees. Various countries that have profited from outsourcing are listed, followed by a discussion of how outsourced jobs may affect the US economy. Globalization as it relates to outsourcing is analyzed. Next, the paper devotes a large section to IT outsourcing, which includes a list of the benefits of this way of doing business. The paper concludes by acknowledging the role of management in making an outsourcing project successful.
Outline:
Introduction
Outsourcing defined
Outsourcing in Developing Countries: the Aftermath of Globalization
Table 1. The Role Played by the Developing Countries in Trade and Capital Flows
Table 2. Regional perspective on the Effects of Globalization.
Table 3. The Effects of Globalization in Selected Countries
Global IT Outsourcing
Conclusion
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"There are many reasons why outsourcing or contracting out work is more preferred rather than developing in-house talents. First, it is seen as more cost-effective (Domberger, 1998)-for example, a contracted personnel from other countries require only smaller salary because of the certain standardized salary scheme within the country; second, to cut cost and refocus resources (Holt, Kennedy, Rehg & Ward, 2002) . A large company with numerous personnel with no specific work is the same with a company with smaller personnel but with specified work. This was done through outsourcing of different functions from different sources. And third, lower investment in internal infrastructure (Reaser, 1996), it will be built instead to the outsourced country. "
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