Philadelphia Tummy Tuck Doctors and Reviews

“Starting a New Chapter in my Life -...”

Well Im so excited about my TT and nervous at the same time ,Im 47 yrs old will be turning 48 three days after my surgery, I had a hysterectomy three yrs ago and have some loose skin over top of my Vagina that I hate and very self concious about so Im really looking forward to seeing myself in a new light ,A little concerned about the pain and those drains, Any suggestions?? Im... more

“Finally Having It Done! - Bala...”

I am 36 with 3 kids. A daughter that is 8 and 4yr old boy,girl twins. I have had 2 c-sections and have always hated my stomach. I am nervous and scared but cant wait. I have loved reading everyones posts on here and thank everyone fir the support. I am going to try to post before pics as soon as possible of.the belly I try so hard to hide.I am almost 4weeks away from my tt. I am so excited and... more

“Best Money Ive Ever Spent -...”

Dr gabay perform tummy tuck n bbl even though my bbl didn't work for me ....my only concern was looking better n fabulous n my clothes. . which I do I no longer have to hide n big shirts n I look fabulous n my jeans ...April 16th would b a year ...but my next surgery is tomorrow . I'm n love with his work very impress with the staff n service he gets my 5 stars more

“New date June 3rd!!!!!”

Hi!! I came across this site and have been reading posts for a few days. I have 4 kids ages 15, 8, 2 and 9 months old. The last two were c sections. I am 36 and I had my first at 20 years old. My stomach has gotten worse after every pregnancy!!! I still look preg bc of muscle seperation and I have sagging skin and stretch marks. I just want to look good in clothes!!!! I want this surgery... more

“6 Months out and Very Happy with...”

I had the usual 2 kids and despite losing all the weight just could not get my stomach back to it's original shape. I am otherwise happy with my physical appearance but did not want to spend the next 40 years obsessing about one body part. I am very happy with the results for me personally, but it is a major surgery with a rough recovery. This surgery is not for everybody and it helps to be in... more

“And Away We Go - Jenkintown, PA”

First le me say I am a 42 year old mother of two. My kids are 8 and 11 and I have worked HARD to keep myself in shape following my second pregnancy. I'm 5'7" with a weight range of 135-150 (yeah, the holidays are rough!) After YEARS of debate and discussion with my husband, TODAY is my consult for my tummy tuck! I'm nervous, excited, scared, you name it, I'm a bundle of emotions. I'm hoping... more

“Bye Bye Jelly Belly - Wilmington, DE”

I have two kids and both were large babies leaving me with an apron of excess skin and a pouch. I have lost 30 pounds the hard way, dieting and busting my butt running and weight training. Despite this, my tummy stayed the same. I just didn't want to carry it around any longer! I saw a few surgeons before deciding on mine. He is great and I'm thrilled with the results so far.... its early... more

“**New Pics 6 weeks Post Op **”

Hi everyone i am so excited to have found this site, it is very informing and benificial... I am look to get a tummy tuck and possibly lipo of the flanks, i am 24 year old mother of 3 (2 girls & 1 boy) and wife. Before children i was boney..lol and had no boobs with each of my pregnancies i've lost tons of weight and 6 months later this weight begin to pack on like crazy. I will be 25 May... more

“8 wks! New Pics Added!!”

I am a mom of three boys age 9, 7 and 1. My first pregnancy I went from being 125 lbs to 180 lbs and I've never been the same. I'm now at 145 and have a pregnant looking belly and sagging skin. I'm scheduled to do a TT, Muscle Repair, and Hernia Repair on 2/6. I'm super excited and equally as nervous!So I'm officially 29 days out! I swore that I'd lose weight before the TT and I've actually... more

“Super Nervous! - Philadelphia, PA”

I am super nervous mostly about the pain and recovery. I have been waiting about 8 years for this! I am going from excited to i dont want to get this done! Fortunately, I have a really strong support system but it still ultimately is my decision. I am really comfortable with my doctor my friend had amazing results by him but I'm still nervous! . Can I get some positive experiences to help me... more

“PO Week 8: TT, MR & Hip Lipo *Bikini...”

Although I will not be 40 until August, I have been thinking about how I want to feel about myself when I wave my 30s goodbye. (My 30s have been incredible!) I want to feel confident and more attractive. Hence, my decision to have a tummy tuck. I have two children: my daughter is almost 5 and a half and my son is turning 4. I had normal, uneventful pregnancies; I managed to lose the baby... more

“Scar therapy making scar darker?”

I am officially freaking out now!!! My TT is scheduled for this Fri! My story is so much like many others on the site. I turned 40 on Sunday and I knew it was now or never for my tummy tuck, I have been wanting this for years. I have 2 children 16,9 and my stomach has not been the same since my last child, she was 3 weeks early and still 91/2 pounds. I am 5 "7 and 155 pounds. I work out... more

“"you look so skinny"”

I am a 37 year old mom of 9 year old twins and a 6 year old (all girls and not trying for the boy---ever!). I love my kids dearly but three kids are no joke! My pregnancies were fine by really reeked havoc on my body. I gained 50 pounds with the twins and lost that weight (but not the stretched 'twin skin' and bazillion stretch marks). When I carried my third i carried her so far down I swear... more

“Can I pull off a bikini now?. -...”

Hello everyone. I am a 28 year old mother of 3 children ages 9, 5, and 3. I have also lost a total of 90 lbs in just over a year after having Rny gastric bypass. I am 5'2 and currently 145lbs. I am thrilled with my new body and feel like a million bucks now I just want to look as good as I feel :) I have always carried most of my weight in my legs but after having children that changed and I... more

“11 days post op- NEW PICS!- Ready to...”

I'm 22 years old and finally have control of my life and weight. I started Jenny Craig my senior of high school at 239 lbs. by gained most of it back by the time I got to college. In the beginning of 2010 I was still 209 lbs. After nearly a decade of unhappiness, depression, and self-consciousness, enough was enough and I decided 2012 was going to be the year for me. I now weight around 145lbs... more

“Tummy Tuck - Philadelphia”

My sweet hubby promised me a tummy tuck as a gift for giving him 2 adorable girls (7 and 2). I am in grad school right now, and busy with my school work and kids; but my TT remains a priority, as I prepare mentally and in every other way for my big day. I have my first consultation on 9/14 with a board certified PS, highly recommended by several friends. We'll see how that goes. I do have... more

“Much Easier Than I Expected! -...”

Like most, I was very anxious about getting a tummy tuck, mostly because of the pain I'd feared I'd be in. However, the "pain" I am feeling isn't really pain, but rather a tightness (as if I way overdid it at the gym and did 4,000 crunches). Yes, I'm on pain meds, but they are making me very sick to my stomach & I already plan on trying to go to just straight tylonal by 5 to 7 days post op... more

“Tummy Tuck Scheduled for July 9th. I...”

I am 33 years old , I am 4' 11 and weigh 128 lbs and a mother of 2 children(12,&14). I have terrible stretch marks and lost a total of 50 lbs over the past 5 years . I have wanted a TT for the past 7 years . I am very nervous about surgery tomorrow. I am fearful of something bad happening but am also excited at the same time .Will post pictures verty soon. more

“Triplets Plus 100 Lbt Weight Loss! -...”

I have been waiting to to do this for 14 years, since my triplets were born. At that time, we couldn't afford it and my husband didn't think my belly was "that bad" (it was!) so I didn't do it. Over the years, my weight, which I have battled all my life, really ballooned and I gained about 60 lbs. Finally, about 2.5 years ago, I really got serious and make a committment to lose 100 lbs, which... more

“TT to Be Perfomed in 3 Weeks -...”

I am a mother of 2 children , 12 & 14 . I lost 50 lbs over the past few years and have a ton of stretch marks as well as excess skin . I am looking to my procedure as this is something I have wanted to have done for the past 4 years . I finally have the funds and courage to go through with the procedure . I would like to know what I should buy prior to the surgery so that I am prepared for... more

“10 weeks post op and it was SOOOOO...”

I am a 43 year old mother of three, ages 21, 18 & 12. Ever since my third child I have wanted a Tummy Tuck. I am 5ft. 4 and currently weigh 150. I do crossfit and I run but no matter what I still have this droopy baby pouff!!! I am the manager of the color department in a busy day spa/salon and work in front of lots of mirrors all day. I love love love my job and making people look and... more

“Upcoming TT - Philadelpia”

Mommy to 1 year old twins. I'm only 5'3 and they were both breach - so needless to say that pregnancy did a number on my tummy,. I'm back to my pre-pregnancy weight now and would like some semblance of my old body back. I also have been diagnosed with a hernia from my where my son's head was pretty much protruding from my belly. Excited and scared. While I'm already under I'm having a breast... more

“TT 6/11/2012 Delaware!!!! -...”

Cant wait for Tummy Tuck and lip 6/11 will keep you posted!!!!!!! Pray for me......need pointers please....8:00 am TT....not nervous yet....God cover me!!!I made it thanks be to God!!! Just want to thank all whe wonderful staff at Wilmington hospital. First night a bit rough....the percs was a big help with the pain. FYI take a sun dress to wear home, so much easier to put on. Also, take... more

“Should Have Done It the First Time...”

I had excess skin from my two pregnancies. I lost the weight but the skin was stretched and was not "bouncing back." I am 34 years old and have two children.  The pregnancies did a number on my breasts and stomach.  Dr. Sorokin did breast augmentation for me back in October and I love it.  I thought about getting the tummy tuck then but was scared.  I tried... more

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I'm 26 years old, have no children, and have never been married yet. However, throughout my early college life I managed to gain 40 lbs. 6 years ago I decided to do something about it and lost around 40-45 lbs. I've kept it off all this time. I'm currently 109 lbs and 5'1. However, the weight gain and loss left me with excess skin and loose abdominal muscles that bulge out... more

“NEED HELP!!! bunched skin around...”

I am 23 years old and have always struggled with weight. I weighed at my most 220 at the age of 15 years old. Over the course of two years i shed about 90 pounds. I have maintained the weight of about 130 135 for the past 7 years. I workout 4 to 5 days a week and still could not lose the belly weight or extra skin. March 14th I received a tummy tuck and I am still deciding if i am happy with... more

“Mommom in Need of Making Herself...”

This will be more like a mommom makeover. I'm 54 and in need of making myself look better. This is long awaited. I have to get it in before grandbaby# 7 comes along. So here I go. So many things going on in my mind. Have my pre-op visit with the Sr. On Weds. So many questions still. I have been reading all the stories and they have been a big help since we are all in this together. I am so... more

“Tummy Tuck - Philadelphia, PA”

I'll be 31 on Friday. I have 3 girls and with those beautiful girls came 3 c-sections. My tummy is gone. My skin is saggy and its such a downer. I had breast augmentation done 2 yrs ago around this time and I am very happy with my results. It was a birthday gift to myself. Now its time to work on my tummy. Another birthday gift for myself. I want my confidence back and I want that... more

“From sags to flat!!! - Philadelphia, PA”

Hi all! I'm a 26 (27 in March) yo mother of 2. After working out, I experienced great pain, and found out that I have a hernia. During my consultation, the surgeon commented on my tons of excess skin, which I was also so depressed about. She bought in the office plastic surgeon and we talked about him joining in on the surgey, which I'm ecstatic about! I have my boy (1) & girl (6),... more

“9months post TT and loving the results”

I am scheduled for my tummy tuck in 15 days (Feb 16th) I will be 32 in 5days. I have 5kids (4boys, 1girl). my first son was born when i was 16 by emergency c-section, my second son was born when i was 18, that was a v-bac (vaginal birth after c-section). Because my second labor was so bad, when given the option while pregnant with my third child my daughter, i chose another c-section at 21.... more

“Tummy Tuck (Full) with Prolapse...”

I am a 44 year old mother of two, 5 and 7 years old. And, it wasn't until the birth of my second that I really noticed the impact on my body. Prolapsed bladder, uterus...etc. I tried Kegal bio-feedback (embarrassing!; it helped a little, but not that much). I was told by my Gyn that my only option was to have a hysterectomy and I just didn't feel comfortable with that, so I just lived... more

“9 Days Until my Dreams Finally Come...”

Im a 27 year old mother of two. I had my first son at 20 and my second son at 24. during my first pregnancy I went from 118 to 208. A year later I was back down to 120. Three years later I was pregnant with my second son and I gained about 70lbs. I am now about 135 and hate the extra skin on my belly. Before I had my children I never wore bikinis or anything that showed my belly but now... more

“Tummy Tuck July 1st - Trenton, NJ”

My story is like everyone elses. One nearly 8 pound boy followed by another nearly 10 pound boy. If I'm being honest, my belly was always a bit big. It just became super noticeable after the birth of my boys. I had a big umbilical hernia so I decided to have a general and plastic surgeon work on my tummy. Unfortunately, I did not take a before pic. I don't really want to remember... more

“Going For It - Cherry Hill, NJ”

32 years old. 2 children, 10 and 8 years old. it,s time. i've been wanting to do this for a while now. I'm scheduled for July 8th. my preop is tomorrow, June 23rd. writing down all my last minute questions. this is it, I'm taking the plunge. wish me luck...I'm so anxious that I almost feel numb already. any advice? more

“Tummy Tuck Scar from Hell - Cherry...”

I called to get more information on lipo not a tummy tuck. On the phone the receptionist or who ever it was that answered told me that if I had children the doctor would first want to talk to me about a tummy tuck. Yes I thought it was odd to hear this but didnt think about it at first. So I went along with it. I asked the doctor about the scar, I was told not to worry about it. BIG... more

“Tummy tucks rock!!!! TT, MR and Lipo...”

I am 4 days away from my TT MR and vaser lipo. I am 5'4" and weigh about 200lbs. I am divorced and the mother of three (20, 16 and 15). It's been 15 years since my c-section that left me with the flap of skin and pudgy belly that exercise and diet have not been able to fix. Of course, I've gained and lost the same 30 lbs for the past 15 years. Finally, I realize that I can... more

“No More Two Tummies - Voorhees, NJ”

Dr. V as I like to call him perfomed my tummy tuck with aggressive lipo last month. I had a double bubble for a stomach and now I have one flat stomach. I look and feel amazing. more

“Tummy Tuck & Thigh Lipo Scheduled...”

I always had a "pot belly" as a kid but never really a problem until I had 2 children. I am 5'10" and a size 8 and have always maintained a healthy weight. I have extra skin, stretch marks and fat under my belly button that hangs and leaves a red sore line underneath. Also my ab muscles stick out and no matter what I do...exercise, lose weight....nothing changes. Over the... more

“14 Days Post Op - Voorhees, NJ”

Aside from the expected post op pain and fatigue, so far excellent. Seemingly very competent and receptive surgeon with highly qualified and available staff. However, must wait several months to decide whether or not I'm pleased with the final result (already pleased with clothes on). First week post op is tough. Was on percocet for the first three days post op, then just Tylenol. Had... more

“Very Scared - Philadelphia, PA”

Hi Everyone! I am a mother of 3 kids. I have had 2 cesections. At my highest weight i was 275lbs. I am now down to 185 pounds and i fell so much better. I would like to lose another 10 pounds. I have been working out 3 days a week and this is how i have lost most of the weight and have obtained my horrible saggy stomach. i have a saggy,wrinckly stomach and i have decided that a TT is what... more

“TT on February 24th - Philadelphia, PA”

I am having a tt due to a vertical scar from a three c-sections and two bowel perforations that resulted from those surgeries. This has been my dream to have a somewhat normal stomach again. This happened to me at 21 and I would love to see my stomach again.   more

“Tummy Tuck & Reduced Breast Surgery...”

I'm 28 years old female living in Wyncote, PA working at Deaf Services Center as an outpatient therapist. I grew up thin, however I had a specific of medications that makes me eat more. From a obese family, I gained about 15 years old. I reach about 330ish lbs and decided to lose weight three years ago. I have lost 125 lbs, but have 50 lbs left. however due to medical reasons, I can't... more

“Finally I Can Wear a Two Piece with...”

I am currently scheduled for a tummy tuck in 2 days well 12/23/10 to be exact. I am 30 years old with 3 kids. I had my first child, my son when I was 17. My body bounced back and I was 90lbs after having him. I was ok with this but I had stretch marks on the sides of my stomach. When I had my daughter at 20 I gained more than I wanted and could not get the weight off. I reached 175 almost 2... more

“Tummy Tuck, Liposculpture of Inner &...”

I am 2 days PO my SX and feel very sore and uncomfortable. I havent seen my belly yet, but i can tell I am super flat (concave a lil). My PS was agressive but safe. I also had lipo of inner & outter thighs, flanks, back, and hips. I am very happy so far. i have had 2 c/s pregnancies of 2 boys, ages: 4y and a 9 mo. I had a lot of scar tissue and severe muscle seperation. So I... more

“Getting Ready for my TT - Age 32, 2...”

Hello every one, First of all I am so appreciative of every one who gives their review here. It is very much helpful for people like me and Thanks a million to all of you.Now about myself--I am 32 and have two kids, 3yr old and one 1yr old. After 2 C-sections and losing pregnancy weight, currently I am at 130lb. The problem is i have pouch and still looks like I am 5 month pregnant. I was at a... more

“36yr Old Mom of 3 - Tummy Tuck W/...”

I am a 36yr old Mom of 3girls, 16yrs, 14yrs & 8yrs. I was 100lbs when I got pregnant at 19yrs & gainded 70lbs. Unfortunately I never got my pre-pregnancy body back. I am 5'4" & 130lbs & I work out 3-4 days a wk & run 6miles 3-4 times a wk & no matter what I do I can't loose my belly, excess skin & stretch marks. I am finally at a stage in my life... more

“DIEP Recon, Hernia Repair and Tummy...”

BC prompted the surgery.Too many cons to list, no pros. I would never have has a tummy tuck for cosmetic reasons, although I could have benefited from it, after having 2 'C' sections.I am 12 weeks post tummy tuck. The tissue was taken for a DIEP recon to create breasts. Hernia repair was also done during same 8 hour surgery. I am experiencing very uncomfortable tummy tightness, that my PS... more

“Considering Repeat Tuck for Stretch...”

I had a tummy tuck in 2000 following a hysterectomy. When clothed it looks great - nice flat tummy. But I had really extensive strecth marks, only some of which were removed as a result of the surgery.I have been recently widowed and at 45 yrs old I would like to consider dating and intimacy again however I am extremely embarrassed by these stretch marks, some of which still extend above my... more

“Absolutely Love the Results”

I had twins and they were 7lbs. 2oz. and 6lbs. 12oz. so I had alot of stretched, loose skin on my abdomen. No matter what you do, that skin isn't going back to the way it used to be. I got my tummy tuck in February and absolutely love the results. I lost alot of weight before I had it done, which from what I understand helps you get better results. The swelling has almost completely gone... more