Lipo of the Ankle and Calves - Tampa, FL

So, there are definitely no changes to the shape of my legs; they still have no definition and now some areas are lumpy. I have had 3 consults over the last 2 months and each doctor showed me pictures of his results of people that had their ankles and calves lipo'd and they informed me that there was no reason that my previous doctor should not have finished what I asked for. Needless to say, I will go back this fall and have them redone but definitely by a new doc.

I put "No" on whether it was worth it, not because of the surgery, but because of the doctor and his staff. Well, after a week of wondering why the pain and swelling has not been that bad, and that my legs looked nothing like all the other women I've reviewed on this site I realized that the doctor did not lipo the main areas that I requested to have surgery on. I guess this is partially my fault for not asking enough questions prior to him starting the surgery. I have worked with surgeons on numerous occasions not only from having surgery but working in hospitals. So, usually the surgeon will come in, talk to you prior to the surgery and discuss the procedure and what to expect; well this guy comes in, marks my legs, doesn't talk to me and then begins the procedure. Needless to say, I'm scared shitless and the last thing on my mind is questioning him on what he is doing especially since it was discussed at the consult and who am I to tell a surgeon what he needs to be doing. We are supposed to put our trust into them because they are the subject matter experts and we rely on them to take care of our needs. When I went for my first follow-up, only the nurse was there to see me and of course I couldnt ask him all the questions that have been brewing in my mind.Turns out that they marked my record to only couch my calves and ankles (back side only). The area of concern was the section between the calves and ankles but more on the side of the leg, not so much in the back, but I did ask for the back as well. Evidentally the part I wanted lipo'd was considered the front, which it was never explained to me in that context when I was scheduling the appointment. When I asked to have my calves and ankles scheduled, to me, that portion of the leg I needed work on is part of the freakn calve. Anyway, I'm supposed to go back tomorrow to see him and discuss this issue. Well, I'm sure it will be all my fault for not being more specific and I won't be able to get that portion of my leg suctioned for another 6 months or so. I went to have this surgery at this time of the year so I would be healed and ready to wear shorts and skirts for this coming summer, plus this is the slowest time of the year for my work schedule. Now I'm going to have to wait another freakn year and go through that pain all over again. Next time I will not go to him, I will definitley find a doctor who is caring and who gives a damn about thier patients needs. I will definitely not recommended him to others.

Post Op day 10: If you read the most recent post, you will see that I did not have the full surgery that I thought I was supposed to be given, which will explain why it took 20 mins for the procedure and only $3500. I've been crying over this issue for the past 2 days because I really did not want to ever have to go through this again. Don't get me wrong, the recovery is not nearly as bad as I was expecting, I just didn't care for the way the surgery actually felt. I want to be knocked out next time or be put on some hard core drugs, not some stupid anti-anxiety pill. Anyway, here's the latest update. The back of my legs are bruised and its uncomfortable sleeping. I have been trying to lay on my sides and still keep them elevated but it's not that comfortable. I think I'm going to stop elevating them when I sleep. I also have slept a few nights without the compression socks. It feels good not having them on because I get itchy, but I notice when I do wear them, my legs are not as sore. I do not notice any changes. I continue to keep in mind that I won't see any changes for about a couple months but then again, the part of the leg I wanted to see changes on wasn't even touched. I went to the gym yesterday because I'm feeling like a slug. I walked very slow on the treadmill for 20 mins at a 2% incline and though it was uncomfortable I felt just fine afterwards, just a little stiff and wanted to stretch my calves out but I dare not even attemp to do that at this time. Then I conducted upper body weightlifting. All was well after that. My legs do swell up quickly at work, making my boots quite uncomfortable. I have to keep adjusting the laces throughout the day. Having the boots on and rubbing against my bruises is quite uncomfortable but its starting to become bareable. When I get home, I immediately ice my legs down. I'm still numb and its feels so weird trying to shave, so i've given up on shaving the back and only the shave the front. It makes me laugh. Well, that's all I have at this time. I will finally post photos this weekend, but at the same time, since I didnt have surgery on the area that leaves self conscience about wearing skirts/shorts, I find it a waste to post them, plus it makes me sad and makes me feel like an ass...oh well.