I've wanted a tummy tuck since my pregnancy at 18 years old. It really stretched out my belly, and while the rest of me bounced back pretty well nothing I ever did helped with my stomach. At 39 years old the timing was finally right! I teach so I'm taking advantage of summer break to have the surgery done, and have plenty of time to heal.
Updated on 4 Aug 2018:
Dr. Herte changed my life. I’m not being dramatic it’s simply the facts. With my tummy tuck came relief from chronic back pain that lasted for 10 years. Right before scheduling my tummy tuck I consulted with a physician for my back pain. He recommended spinal fusion. I mentioned this to Dr. Herte and she suggested going ahead with my tummy tuck to see if it helped the pain. While it did take awhile for my abdominal wall to strengthen after the surgery, my back pain has now been gone for close to 2 years.
Actually going through with the tummy tuck was the most nerve wracking thing I’ve ever done. I have a lot of anxiety, and dr. Herte made me feel comfortable every step of the way. From the consultation, surgery, to aftercare she was absolutely amazing. I completely trusted her, and felt better knowing I could call her with any concerns I had following my surgery (which I did!).
I now feel comfortable in bathing suits, skinny jeans, pretty much anything. In the two years following the tummy tuck I’ve lost another 20 pounds! I attribute this to a more active lifestyle, better confidence, and just overall being happier! I’m 41 years old and am more active then I have ever been in my entire life. Thanks to Dr. Herte I’m running and training for my first half marathon, and learned how to paddle board!