Dr. Christian A. Prada. MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery in Chesterfield, Missouri. An accomplished surgeon with impressive medical credentials, he excels in all areas of cosmetic plastic surgery, including complex procedures like cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring, and cosmetic surgery post-weight loss. โAs clichรฉ as this may sound, I approach all my patients as if they were close friends or family,โ says Dr. Prada. โThat way you are always true to your word, honest, and maintain the utmost integrity.โ He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Health Sciences Center and completed a residency in General Surgery at Loma Linda University Medical Center in California. He was then chosen for a fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center in St. Louis, Missouri, followed by additional training in breast and cosmetic surgery under the tutelage of Drs. Spear and Little at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Prada has served as an assistant professor at Saint Louis University Hospital Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and is currently involved in resident education at Saint Louis University in a clinical faculty position. โThe best thing about performing plastic surgery is the ability for others to subjectively and objectively critique the outcome,โ he says. โOnly one surgical field has this attributeโ Dr. Prada is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. A past president of the St. Louis Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Prada has won numerous awards, including RealSelf 500 in 2017 and Strathmoreโs Whoโs Who. He is published in multiple respected medical publications. โI tell patients that within the first five minutes of a consultation they will know whether I am the doctor for them,โ says Dr. Prada. โI feel my work speaks for itself. Once you visit with me, see my outcomes, and read my patientsโ testimonials, you will see that I am more than qualified to be your surgeon.โ
- Initial membership in the Cosmetic Elite Program requires a $150 administration fee. Membership is for 12 months. Benefits include: BOTOX for $11 per unit, 10% off fillers, 15% off all product purchases, and gift cards earn an extra $20 for every $200 purchased ($400 in gift cards is worth $440), Exclusive packages throughout the year, a free skin treatment for every 10 spa services
I went to three different plastic surgeons in the St. Louis area for a breast lift consultation. Dr. Prada was my last stop. Since I am not native to this area, I did not realize that one of my consultations was also in practice with Dr. Prada. From the moment Dr. Prada walked in the room and we discussed what I was looking for, I knew that he was the right surgeon for me. He listened to what I had to say, he answered all of my questions, he told me what to expect, and what his approach would be, & it was a great fit. As someone who was born and raised in Miami Florida. I have seen just about every procedure there is to see growing up. I wasnโt looking for perfection, by any means. I was simply looking for someone who would listen to my wants and then give me real expectations and tell me what I needed and thatโs what Dr. Prada did. After my surgery, I had some questions and called the after hours line and was expecting a call back from a nurse or the on-call surgeon. But instead, Dr. Prada called me himself, on a weekend. Thats a hard to find these days. Someone who is willing to be there for their patients needs before, during and after surgery and he does just that. I had many questions for Dr. Pradaโs nurse throughout this whole process, and she always answered me quickly and thoroughly and was NEVER not available. From the welcome staff, to the billing office, to the nurses, to Dr. Prada and his beautiful wife (that actually works there and walked me back for one of my visits); This office is a 10 out of 10. My procedure went off without a hitch and I am so glad I did my research and picked the perfect surgeon for me. Thank you Dr. Prada & Nurse Ali for making this a super successful surgery and experience for me. Jamie Raleigh
My results are incredible and I am obsessed with my new body and It's one of the best things I've ever done. 3 months post op and still keeps getting better every day. I researched this surgery for years. I had an awful buldge because of muscle separation, loose skin from pregnancy and weight loss, as well as bad back pain and rashes due to my large breasts. My back pain is gone. I can do sit ups again and I look fantastic!!! Thank you!
I couldnโt be more pleased with the work Dr. Prada has done on me (Breast Augmentation, mini tummy tuck to fix my c section incision scar/shelf and liposuction of the abdomen, hips, inner and outer thighs and inside of the knees). He is seriously incredible!!! My results are beyond perfect and he is so precise that the scarring is minimal. He didnโt one time pressure me into any procedures I wasnโt inquiring about, he let me tell him what I wanted or disliked and made suggestions then let me make my decision from there; no guilt, no pressure - such a fun and seamless experience all around. I 100% recommend him if youโre considering any cosmetic procedures, you wonโt be disappointed. Updated on 24 Feb 2024: Attached is a picture taken five weeks post- op from mini tummy tuck and liposuction. I still have some swelling from liposuction but I am already SOOOOO pleased! I 1000% recommend you take the plunge if youโre unhappy with how you look and considering Dr. Prada for any cosmetic procedures. I seriously couldnโt be happier!
I was nervous about having a breast augmentation and liposuction but Dr Prada was very good at going through the procedures with me. I love my post-surgery self. Breast Augmentation- 560 and 605 cc; lipo in arms, stomach and hips.
At first I was hesitant to stage my two surgeries but Dr. Prada was very realistic about achieving the results I was looking for and what was needed to get there, and also keeping those results long term. I had a breast lift first and 4 months later, augmentation. I could not be more pleased with my results! They are perfect!! Updated on 27 Oct 2023: Photos are from 6 weeks post op from second surgery (first surgery was breast lift, second surgery was augmentation) and so happy with my results. I never imagined they would look so perky and symmetrical.
Mommy makeover - breast augmentation, tummy tuck, medial thigh lift wuth lipo of outer thighs 50 years old Breastfed and pumped 3 babies for 1 year each 5โ9 Post op weight 130 34 barely b BWD 14 After surgery 3/13/23 Weight 127 lbs 34 DDD- 650/695 CC high profile Naturelle allergen Dr. Prada St. Louis cosmetic surgery 1st pic pre op 2nd post op 6 weeks 3rd pic 8 weeks out Last pic 8 weeks post op , size 8 lulu tank. Loose around waist but Iโm not complaining!! I was originally goimg 550 but ladies, PLEASE, do your research.. we had 3 months to evaluate and we found the exact size that Iโm so happy with!! I am so glad I went big!!
Where do I begin? Prior to finding Dr. Prada I had multiple prior breast augmentations, a major infection that required me to be rushed to Kansas City in the middle of a storm for emergency explant surgery that left me with two distant cousins as breasts. All of my confidence and feminism was gone. Then I found Dr. Prada and had my first consultation to try to fix me. And when I tell you I have never met a plastic surgeon like Dr. Prada before, I mean it. There are a ton of great plastic surgeons, but Dr. Prada isn't just a great plastic surgeon, he is a great man. He is sincere, genuine, professional, honest, funny, and truly caring. Put simply, he is amazing. And even through all my difficult demands and wishes (probably the German in me), he never told me anything other than the honest truth, even if I didn't like to hear it. His work speaks for itself, but his character and care for his patients and his work is second to none. From a Sunday zoom call to answer a few of my million questions, to an unexpected breast lift without implants to the finished product of 560cc memory gel implants that are no longer distant cousins, but twins! Finally after 2 years of hell, I have my confidence back and couldn't be more thankful for Dr. Prada and his AMAZING staff who helped me through it all.
2 days post op from my tummy tuck with Dr. Prada. Feeling good, took a shower and took all the extra padding off! Pictures below! Timmy tuck took place on 22 Feb 2023!! I'm 5'11" and pretty fit but had twins after a singleton, so my skin was very stretched after two pregnancies / 3 kids.
I know people read these posts and are skeptical. People should do their own research on their surgeon, view the before and afters. Watch the videos of the procedures of your interest. I was one of these people. I went to the five top plastic surgeons in St. Louis, for consultations some more than once. I spent 4,000 in consultation fees just doing my research. No lie. Being in the medical field myself, Iโve seen alot of mishaps. I wanted the best I could get in St. Louis, Mo. I donโt know if anyone will read my post but I can tell you that I am so over joyed. I am so glad that I made the Rt choice. I had a breast augmentation, butt lift and tummy tuck. Itโs only been one week post op, for me. My breasts and tummy tuck look fabulous, I am amazed with what Dr Prada had to work with that, he made them look so unbelievably Great! Oh yeah and my buttocks looks superb. I will hit the gym and be working my gluteus, to build this muscle, & enhance it. I donโt know if Dr Prada realizes how fabulous he is at his profession. Hes down to earth, non judgemental and didnโt make me feel dumb when asking questions and heโs very kind. I also want to say that his office staff is very professional, kind and knowledgeable. Thank you all so much. Sorry I wrote a book but Iโm in shock really about how I look now and so is my family.
Dr Prada and his entire staff were so easy to work with and delivered everything I could have asked and more. They made me so comfortable and Dr Prada gave very knowledgeable advice without trying to push me into anything I didnโt want. I am so confident with my body now and my self esteem is probably the best itโs ever been!
The typical recovery time for a Vertical Thigh Lift is about 7-10 days for work. 5-6 weeks for strenuous activities. You should be up and walking immediately. It is a same day procedure.ย ย I would ask your doctor how many they have performed, pictures of before and after patients, risks and scarring. Understand that not all thighlifts are alike too. A medial thigh lift is not as effective as a vertical scar lift
I would agree with your PS if you want to be that small. Any pedicle approach would lead to a high risk of nipple areolar loss. I can get a similar result with a FNR and a pedicle approach so do not worry. Be aware that you will lose nipple sensitivity, nipple projection, possibly some pigment and ability to breast feed.ย
If you are still an F cup after a reduction surgery, then it does not appear you had a reduction.ย Most reductions should remove about 40-60% of the breast tissue if a pedicle reduction is performed.ย You may benefit from a Free Nipple Reduction if you want a cup size in the C or less.ย You may want to seek a second opinion to see your options. Im sorry to hear you did not get what you expected.ย Good Luck.ย
The simple answer is absolutely! Most patient DOย NOTย have a lot of pain after a reduction. I would plan on possibly one day of prescription pain meds if necessary, but OTC meds to follow. Significant pain after surgery could indicate a more serious issue, such a bleed or infection.ย
A reduction would easily reduce your breast bra cup size by at least one cup.ย A reduction can take as much or as little as the patient desires.ย Work with your Plastic Surgeon to come up with the best plan for you. Iย would recommend a superior medial based pedicle reduction.ย ย