Finding an experienced tummy tuck surgeon

How long or how many tummy tucks should a plastic surgeon have done to be considered "experienced"?

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A: Experienced tummy tuck surgeon

William  Bruno, MD

I recommend you consult with several board certified plastic surgeons and look and many before and after photos to determine who the best surgeon for you will be. You may also want to find out if this is a procedure that the surgeon does on a regular basis, either weekly or monthly. It is difficult to assign a... more

A: Finding an experienced tummy tuck surgeon

Peter A. Aldea, MD

Hi Tlsims, Just answered your other question. I agree with my colleagues. An abdominoplasty is an operation that is commonly done and the vast majority of surgeons who are certified by the American Board of plastic Surgery KNOW how to do it. If you look through the surgeon referral feature of The American... more

A: How to find a qualified surgeon

Armando Soto, MD

Hi there- This really is a universal question. Let's first understand that what you are really asking is, "how do I maximize my chances of getting the outcome I want, with safety, in a comfortable and pleasant experience?". It is important to understand that while your chosen surgeon is probably the... more

A: Experienced Tummy Tuck Surgeon

John E. Gross, MD

 There really is no specific number that applies.  As well you want to look for a surgeon who not only has done a volume of procedures, but is someone you can trust and communicate with. A good place to start is having a consultation with a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic... more

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