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I am a 38 YO proud mother of 3 wonderful children...

I am a 38 YO proud mother of 3 wonderful children ages 5, 16, 20. I wanted a tummy tuck over ten years but was not sure if I was done with having children. Back then I was fearless and never thought about the many things that could go wrong with surgery. A few years ago I was told by a specialist that I had a rare blood disorder that puts me at risk for developing clots especially during pregnancy. As a result I was put on daily levonox injection while pregnant with my daughter who is now five. I delivered via-section to a healthy baby girl. By the grace of God I am healthy. I am very active, taken not medication and do not drink or smoke.
I put the desire for a mommy makeover on the back of my mind to tend to more important matters. Recently I came back on RS and starting looking at some of the reviews and results and have been very inspired to start the process again. For the last month I’ve contacted two doctors in Miami one because of the reviews and before and after pictures. I want so much to be happy with the women I see in the mirror. I want to wear my clothes and not have people assume that I am pregnant. I am getting tired of padded bras. I don’t want to look like a pinned up model. I just want to look a feel like a woman. I am very active and playful. The body that stares back at me in the mirror looks an old woman. That being said, I will not do whatever it takes to look good.
I contacted Dr. Salama’s office and emailed some pics and the next day I received an email with a quote. The price was great for a tummy tuck and breast lift with implants for under $8000. When I send an emailed stating some of my concerns and history I never got a reply back. I wanted to know for someone like me who is a higher risk for clots, what are some of the measures taken to reduce the chance. I know some surgeon even will prescribe blood thinners after the surgery and use SCD boots during the procedures. But it has been over a month and still nothing from Salama’s office. I never contacted them back because I ask God if it is His will that I have the surgery, He will lead me to the right surgeon.
I’ve also contacted Dr. Ortega’s office in Miami Florida. The lady name Karla was very fast at giving me a price quote and anxious to get me to booked the surgery without answering any of my questions. She told me this is who much your surgery will cost and when will you like to come for the surgery? This is my body we’re talking about, my life. I wish she would answer some my questions. This is a life altering decision. I am starting to get discourage. I want to be able to feel at eased with the person who is going to be opening me up. I know the price is cheaper in Florida where I live but it’s still my life. I really want this but I'm terrified!!Does anyone have any input?