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Tummy Tuck Journey - Dominica Republic
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Okay, I’m about to take a journey to have a...
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Okay, I’m about to take a journey to have a tummy tuck, liposuction to the back & inner thighs on March 2011 (58 more days). After having three kids and streach out skin I'm due for one. Cant wait Yeah!! I will keep an update on my journey as followed. I have to say I'm traveling over seas with an open mind and hoping for great results. However, I am looking for someone who would like to join me in my medical journey. I have done my home work on my doctor and I know I’ll be in good hands, but it would be nice to have someone as a companion. You may email me if you have any question.
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January 7, 2011
Hi Monnie and welcome to RealSelf
Could you tell us how you came to the decision to go to the Dominican?
I hope that you will have a companion to travel with you. I would hate to think of you there alone without and advocate for you. Also you are going to need a lot of help after this procedure for the first couple of weeks. How long do you plan to stay there? And where will you be staying? Hotel etc??
This is just a thought but why don't you contact a local home health agency in your area and ask about a CNA or RN to travel with you. You could offer to pay for their trip in exchange they will care for you during the first week or two of recovery.
January 10, 2011
I decided to go to DR because of a dear friend whom went two years ago and Her result were great and she healed wonderfully. So I have saved some money to finally travel there as well. There will be a recovery home that will have a nurse or a care provider to help me. It just would be nice to have some compaionship.
January 11, 2011
Hi monnie,
That sounds perfect and makes me feel better....sorry just the mom in me worrying!
I am sure you will be in great hands at the recovery house. Shoot I had pictures of you being all alone in a hotel room and had a little panic attack for you :)
I sure hope you are able to find someone to go with you.
January 8, 2011
I personally can't imagine doing this procedure alone. I had a TT 3 weeks ago and it has been a journey. I too strongly recommend that you have a companion with you and do not do this alone. Have you personally spoken with or met your doctor?? I interviewed 3 doctors that had raving reviews and outstanding crudentials and went with the doctor that I felt the best connection with in person. It is important that you have a relationship with your Doctor. Good Luck on your Journey..
January 10, 2011
I have intervied several doctor in my home town, I have contacted my doctor and done my homework as well. She is accredited in Dominica Republic. I've seen her before and after photos on her site. I feel very at ease with her.
January 10, 2011
That is great that you have a girlfiends referral to your doctor and that they have a facility to accomadate you after surgery. Good luck to you and I wish you a speedy recovery..
I would STRONGLY recommend you have a traveling companion.
Will you leave the hospital that night or will you stay a few days in the hospital?
I came home the same day after a full tummy tuck with lipo entire back and flanks and there was no way I could have been by myself for the first 3 days.
If you do not have help and try to do everything yourself (at least the first couple of days), you could injure yourself and suffer complications.