Is it safe for me to get a Tummy Tuck with my A1C at 5.7?

Hi and welcome to our forum!
In our practice, we wish to keep the preoperative a1c below 7.0 in order to prevent potential complications. It indicates that your diabetes is under control. A patient demonstrating an a1c above 8 is considered "high risk". This does not preclude the possibility of ever undergoing the procedure. High risk patients need to modify diet and /or alter medication. When the a1c drops, the patient may become a surgical candidate.
Your a1c of 5.7 indicates excellent control.
Best wishes...

Dear Andi1957,
you should be healthy prior to any elective procedure. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Your Hemoglobin A1c reading places you in the prediabetes catagory. This as well as your complete medical history will determine if you are a good candidate for a tummy tuck. That A1c indicator in itself would not rule you out from being a candidate. The best place to begin is by scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to learn more.