Tummy Tuck: Q&A
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What Happens at a Preop Appt for a Tummy Tuck?
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ritrit
in orlando florida
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Tummy Tuck Surgery
The pre-operative appointment time in my practice is scheduled for one to two days prior to your surgery. At this time I will meet with you and go over the surgery in detail again, make sure you understand the post-operative care and review your labs. We go over all your questions and concerns and make sure you are ready for the surgery. We ask in advance for this appointment that you bring your clothes and swimsuit so that I can make the incision markings where you...
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Tummy tuck after c-section, costs, price reduction
On a visit prior to the surgery, I explain the procedure(s) that I will be doing at great length as well as possible complications and talk about the plan, the recovery, what the patient can and cannot do after the surgery, the possible need for revisions and when they would be done. I try and answer any further questins that the patient, her husband,significant other or even friends, may have about all these things. In other words, prepare and anticipate what will occur. The videos...
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Pre-operative tummy tuck appointments or visits
Every surgeon structures their preoperative plan differently. Therefore there is no routine. Typically pre op appointments consist of completing paper work such as consents and financial details. Measurements will be taken to assist in planning the intra-operative approach. A post-operative appointment will be commonly be scheduled. Medication prescriptions may be provided and reviewed .
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Tummy Tuck Surgery
The pre-operative appointment time in my practice is scheduled for one to two days prior to your surgery. At this time I will meet with you and go over the surgery in detail again, make sure you understand the post-operative care and review your labs. We go over all your questions and concerns and make sure you are ready for the surgery. We ask in advance for this appointment that you bring your clothes and swimsuit so that I can make the incision markings where you...
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Cosmetic Surgery Consults and Preoperative Evaluations
Preoperative examinations in our office is actually the second appointment after the initial consultation. During the initial consult your health history is reviewed, a thorough exam in performed and pros/cons of the particular procedure are reviewed. This leads to the decision if someone is a good candidate for aesthetic surgery.
The preoperative exam is the office prior to surgery and involves review of the nature of the procedure, pros/cons and obtaining lab work....
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Preop Appt for a Tummy Tuck
Consents are signed, photos are taken, labs and EKG ordered or done, Rx's written, questions answered, instructions given, payment made - "That's All Folks" !
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Pre-op Appointment for a Tummy Tuck
At your first appointment or consultation, you will meet with the surgeon and likely his nurse to go over your medical history and discuss what bothers you about your body and what things you want to change. You will then have a discussion with your surgeon about what options are available and if you are a good surgical candidate. You will likely be given a estimate for the procedures and any information regarding medical clearance for the surgery. We then have you...
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Details of Your Preoperative Visit will Vary
Hi there-
The exact details of your preoperative visit are going to vary quite a bit between practices, and will also depend on your medical history and the details of the procedure you are having done...
In most cases, this visit serves the purposes of confirming your goals, assuring you and your surgeon are "on the same page", obtaining your informed consent to the procedure planned, having any remaining questions answered, giving you your prescriptions, etc...
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Pre-op Evaluation for Tummy Tuck
At the initial consultation for a tummy tuck, or for any procedure, you and the plastic surgeon should discuss whether or not this is an appropriate procedure for your situation. There should also be a discussion of the benefits and risks as well as any alternative treatments or procedures. Lastly there should be a discussion of limitations post-op, period of time before returning to work, etc.
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Preop Appt for a Tummy Tuck
The before the surgery visit is the last meeting between you and the surgeon before surgery. You need to get any remaining questions fully answered and understand what to expect and everything that is expected of you. You will review and sign permission(s) for your procedure(s), get your prescriptions and have photographs taken. Do not feel rushed or overwhelmed and by all means DO bring your care taker so he/she can hear what the surgeon has to say.
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Dr. Peter Aldea...
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These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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