Douglas S. Wagner, MD (retired)

I'm 1 day after surgery and feel great! Pain scale is a 1 or 2 at the worst. Often a 0. Dr Wagner was very clear on what he was going to do, anesthesia team was very calming (i was nervous ... didn't need to be). Very satisfied with recovery so far. I would recommend and don't worry ... there's no need.

Just a little over 2 months to do before my surgery! I've had a big chest for as long as I can remember, started wearing a bra in 4th grade and it just went up from there. I've always been self-conscious of my HH chest and this has lead to low self-esteem, poor posture, shoulder grooving, headaches, etc. You all know where I'm coming from! I'm a little nervous about the surgery and recovery, simply because this is the first time I'll be having general anesthesia.

I'm looking for some community and support from the RealSelf community. My friends and family are supportive, but I've faced more than enough "just send them right over to me" comments from other women ......almost making light of the medical reasons why I'm having this procedure. Anyone relate?

Updated on 2 Oct 2016:
I'm ready to say adios to these babies! Any prep tips? I've been more motivated to exercise arms and shoulders...I figure that can't hurt right!?

Updated on 1 Dec 2016:
As I get closer to the surgery date (less than 2 weeks!!!) I'm getting more and more annoyed with the 'symptoms' that I've lived with for so long. Yesterday at work all I could think about was how my shoulders were hurting because the bra straps and the little metal hook pieces were digging into my skin. I've obviously lived with this for so long, and don't even remember being so annoyed with it. It's like my brain is saying...."not much longer", "it doesn't have to be this way"! Anyone else relate? I was getting a head start on Christmas cookies over the weekend and I kept having to stand up straight (from leaning over the counter) to stretch my neck/back. No fun!

My Pre-Op appointment is on Monday. I'm to meet the anesthesiologist and the doctor and nurse again. I'm trying to come up with a list of questions to ask.....any suggestions are more than welcome! This is my first surgery (just wisdom teeth before) so I'm new at all of this!

Updated on 5 Dec 2016:
Hello! I had my pre-surgery check in appointment today at the surgery center and honestly it was a little frustrating. The nurse doing my vitals and 'new patient' paperwork did not make me feel 'at ease' at all. I'm hoping that it was just a bad day and that next week with my actual doctor will go better. I was hoping to get some questions asked but the nurse said that she didn't know the answers to any of my questions and that I'd need to ask my doctor the morning of my surgery. I plan to call his office tomorrow to talk to someone there.

I guess the pre-surgery jitters are starting to make me cranky about it all!

I'm also having trouble with FMLA paperwork. I work for a public school and plan to use 5 of my 70+ accrued sick days (then the rest of recovery will be over the winter break). I didn't realize I needed to do FMLA paperwork for using sick time? Anyone in Ohio know the rules about this? A friend who works in HR for a large company came with me today and she said she knew nothing about FMLA when the employee has sick-time available.

Updated on 11 Dec 2016:
Less than 12 hours from now I'll be a new SMALLER woman! I can't wait! It's currently an icy snowy mess here, so most of my anxiety is coming from all the traveling that needs to happen early tomorrow, but I'm also so excited! I don't imagine I'll get much restful sleep tonight. My house is clean, my bags are packed (a few days with my Mom), and I'm so grateful for all of the support I've found on here!

Updated on 12 Dec 2016:
Now the hard part begins I suppose! Surgery went well today and I've been feeling good. No nausea thanks to Scopolamine patch I got in recovery. The doctor took 2.5 pounds from the left and 2.0 pounds from the right. So now hopefully symmetrical!
The surgery center staff made me feel right at home and took great care of me for my first ever surgery.
Sorry I'm rambling! Meds!
So far....absolutely no regrets!!! My shoulders feel better already!

Updated on 14 Dec 2016:
While of course I don't know my new size yet my mom made the comment that I'm back to my age 14 size so that's good! I'll try to do photos later when I shower.

Updated on 14 Dec 2016:
Tonight I took off the surgical bra for about two hours and wore a "champion" sports bra (that I used to layer over a regular bra for added support). I still had the padding in place but it felt heavenly. The surgical bra has been irritating my back and shoulders and the band was SO TIGHT. Anyone have any suggestions? I know to wear it but it's so very uncomfortable. My follow up appointment isn't until Tuesday.

Updated on 18 Dec 2016:
How long did you all wait before side sleeping? That's my natural sleeping position and I'm having an increasingly hard time on my back. I go back to my PS on Tuesday and plan to ask, but I thought I'd see what you all thought. It's comfortable to lay on my side for short bouts.

Updated on 20 Dec 2016:
Today l go to the PS for a one week checkup. I'm not expecting any bad news, I'm thrilled already. I do hope he replaces the tape, cleans, and adds new tape. The dried blood under this tape is from surgery day, I'd not had any "New" blood or discharge on my gauze/padding.

I'll update later!

Updated on 20 Dec 2016:
Well I had my 1 week checkup today and everything looks good! the nurse removed a few stitches from under my armpits and tonight that area is so sore.... is this normal?
The doctor said I can go to wearing "regular cheap sports bras" "like from Walmart" (I've not fit into cheap bras since I was 15!) I'm having a hard time finding ones that fit comfortably with swelling in my band size though.... any suggestions?

Has anyone used the Genie Bra?
I'm regularly a 40/42 but those I've tried on have irritated the incisions within a minute or so.

Updated on 23 Dec 2016:
Well aside from the complete "overwhelmingness" of bra options (!) and colors (!) I'm having a hard time finding a bra that is comfortable for the whole day. I find myself switching between compression and soft-and- comfortable depending on my activities. Running errands and long car trips require much more tight stabilization than lounging around at home. I am also finding that my stitches feel much better when I'm not wearing compression all day.
Does this sound familiar to anyone? I dont want to be the only one carrying a bra in her purse for all the long days of Christmas festivities!!!

Updated on 23 Dec 2016:
This is totally rediculous, but an experience I never thought I'd have.....comfortably wearing a "regular" champion sports bra and not even spilling out of it. I've had this one for years as a layering tool, but it never covered everything before! I am so happy and excited!

Updated on 3 Jan 2017:
First day back to work and of course I'm exhausted but other than that there don't seem to be any negative side effects. I was able to have three full weeks off because of Christmas and New Year's falling in the middle of my recovery time. I was a little nervous that people might say something because only a few close co-workers knew what I was having done but nobody mentioned anythin...g I did wear a scarf and a cardigan over my shirt though.... but that's very normal winter time apparel for me.

Updated on 17 Jan 2017:
Today was my one month check-up with my surgeon. I can't get over how wonderful I'm feeling, how many fewer back and neck aches I'm having and how much more confident I am. My surgeon said that everything looks good at this point and then I should start to use lotion or cream or coconut oil on my scars to keep them moisturized. I'm allowed to return to all normal activities except swimming and allowed to wear any soft cup bra that I choose. If you're on the fence about this surgery I highly recommend you do it sooner rather than later it really is so worthwhile.

Updated on 5 Feb 2017:
Here is one of my new bras tucked inside my favorite of the old ones (the only one that didn't go right into the trash at the end of the day the week up to my surgery!) This is the difference between a 38H and a 38B/C!!!

After having a mastectomy on my right side I received BEAUTIFUL reconstruction of BOTH BREASTS in 2009 by Dr Wagner.. What you don't realize or at least I did not.. Is that when only getting a singular mastecyomy... Not only is there constant concern for the cancer coming back, but the side with actual breast tissue will GROW if you gain any weight!! While the mastectomy side will stay the same.. My left side over ran my right side leaving me to stuff my bra like a 13yo!! It was HORRIBLE!! But Dr Wagner recently fixed that with a left reduction!!! LOOKS FABULOUS!!! Thanks Dr Wagner!

Dr Wagner has been with me since being diagnosed with Breast cancer right after turning 36yo.. I would NOT see any other Dr besides him. Due to my mastectomy I was told by the first Dr I saw.. I could not have an implant and could have skin grafting from my back only.. I was horrified... My 2nd opinion was Dr Wagner.. Not only did I receive my BEAUTIFUL implant thru the tissue expansion process, but Dr Wagner worked out scheduling with another Dr of mine for same day surgeries.. This saved me from going under twice. He is not only GREAT at his job but COMPASSIONATE along with his STAFF I ADORE. IF YOU ARE A BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR LOOK NO FURTHER THAN DR WAGNER CRYSTAL CLINIC

Getting my breast augmentation July 2nd. I'm also having a periaeriolar mastopexy on my left breast bc of my asymmetry. I have been self conscious about my breasts ever since I started getting them and noticed they did not match. I am so excited to finally look the way I feel and get more confidence!

Updated on 10 May 2014:
I go for a sizing appt on Wednesday with my fiancé just to confirm what I want! My fiancé also wasn't with me at my consult. Only 53 more days till my surgery! I'm getting mentor memory gel placed in the subglandular position. Woohoo boobies!!!

Updated on 10 May 2014:


Updated on 26 May 2014:
It's kind of surreal that this is happening. I've wanted this for so long! I cannot wait to get my new boobies!!! The nurse is ordering sizes 370 and 470cc. My boobs are 100cc different. I will have one more appt with him before my surgery to make sure that's the perfect size. I cannot wait for my new boobd! Also I'm getting mentor memory gel silicone smooth shell. He selected the moderate classic profile for my build and I'm pretty excited for the side boob!!!! I'll update again just before my surgery date! I'm starting to work out again. This surgery has motivated me to get into better shape.

Updated on 6 Jun 2014:
I got my packet in the mail today! It had all my prescriptions and instructions in it. I'm so excited but I'm slightly nervous. I just what them to look as perfect as possible. I hope I'm not disappointed. Every woman I have talked to that have them say that they love theirs. I'll update again the week before surgery!

Updated on 18 Jun 2014:
I cannot believe is only have 13 days until my surgery! So excited!!!!!

Updated on 18 Jun 2014:
Sorry about all the typos lol. Pretty bad but I'm sure you know what I mean.

Updated on 20 Jun 2014:


Updated on 20 Jun 2014:


Updated on 1 Jul 2014:
Tomorrow is the big day! I got my scripts filled, 2 sports bras, and some cami tanks with built in bras which is what my nurse suggested. I'm going to get some good ice packs and some munchies and I'll be all set! I am not going to lie I am a little scared. I just want everything to go smooth and I want to love my results. I have to be at the surgery center at 8:30am tomorrow. My hubby is taking me :D!! I cannot believe that this is happening! WTF!? Lol! Crayyyy!!! Ok that's enough. Wish me luck ladies! I will update tomorrow after the deed is done.

Updated on 1 Jul 2014:


Updated on 2 Jul 2014:
Well I had a really rough day. Threw up from the anestesthia about 5 times. I am in A LOT of pain. I can't imagine how it must feel to have the implants placed submuscular. The nurse said that's 10 times worse and this is horrendous. I usually have a pretty good pain tolerance too. I just got the hiccups as I'm typing this... Really!? Worst thing that could happen. It's hard to take deep breathes but I have to force myself to. Ughhh. I hope tomorrow is a better day. On a side note my boobs are looking pretty damn good for day 1.

Updated on 2 Jul 2014:


Updated on 3 Jul 2014:


Updated on 3 Jul 2014:
When I'm propped up in bed I'm good. I have minimal pain. If I get up and walk around I feel like my implants are really heavy on my incision which is in the crease. They look amazing though. I'm thrilled with the results so far! I do kind of wish I went bigger. I thought 470cc would be big but maybe not on my body. I'm hoping that they will look bigger once they drop and fluff. My hubby loves them. My mom and sister even said they look great and they were a little weary about me doing this. My sternum is really swollen and it feels so good to put ice on it. I'll post a pic of them after I take a shower and get the gauze off. I've seen that some girls have to have drains and can't shower. I'm wondering why I didn't have to have that? Do doctors just have different techniques?

Updated on 3 Jul 2014:


Updated on 3 Jul 2014:
So I noticed these little blistery lines on my left breast. I wonder did I get a little burn from the electrocautery? What is this? Should I be worried?

Updated on 4 Jul 2014:
I was always so self conscious about my breasts. I am so happy I finally got this surgery. I have more confidence alredy. My breasts are finally even and look symmetrical. Well as much as they can, no one is perfectly symmetrical. I can't wait to get feeling better and not have this pain anymore. I can't wait till they just feel like my breasts.

Updated on 4 Jul 2014:
This gel cold compress has been amazing. My PS office said not to ice the incisions because they want good blood flow there. They said that I could ice my sternum and tops of my breasts as needed but to keep in mind that I don't have full feeling there right now so not to over ice.

Updated on 5 Jul 2014:
Ok... Anyone suffering from what I just found out people call boob farts!??? Hahahaha I'm dying. I have air bubbles that I can hear in my upper chest. It's apparently called crepitus. Any other ladies ex

Updated on 5 Jul 2014:
Any other ladies experiencing these air boob farts!??

Updated on 7 Jul 2014:
According to my measurements I did today I'm a 38DD!!!! Woohoo

Updated on 9 Jul 2014:


Updated on 9 Jul 2014:
I am starting to feel better. Ribs still get painful and the implants still feel right but I can actually sort of sleep on my side. I think that they have started to drop a little already. My post op appt is tomorrow and I cannot wait to finally see my left nipple lol. I had planned on going back to work on Monday and I did a half day. My boss called me and told me to take more time so I go back friday. I kinda felt guilty for taking more time bc it was an elective surgery and I had been off for my endometriosis surgery in May. Everyone at my work knows. I'm not shy about it at all. I do hope that none of them think I'm being selfish :(. I think I may just be having some boobie blues. I just wanted to say also that real self and all the ladies on here have gotten me through a lot. A lot of questions I had and reading peoples reviews and seeing that they were going through the same thing was so comforting. Alright well I'm about to get some dinner and watch a movie with my hubby. Gnight ????

Updated on 15 Jul 2014:
Well I'm feeling pretty good and getting back to normal. I have been experiencing the nerve regeneration zingers and they suck! My incisions look great and I get to take the tape off my nipple Thursday! So far I'm happy with my results. This is a surgery that will send you on an emotional roller coaster during healing lol. I had times where I was like "omg what did I do to myself!? What if I can never sleep on my side again?" Well I know I will be able to. I'm starting to sleep on my side more but sometimes it's uncomfortable. I ran away from a wasp yesterday and f*cked my left boob up for a second! I got a huge shooting pain after it jiggled! It's fine now though and I don't see that it damaged anything. Note to self-- no running while free boobin it. With small boobs running with no bra was ok... Big boobs not so much. Someone at work said that they make my waste look smaller! Woohoo! I notice that when I have a bra on at work by the end of the day they feel like caged animals that need to be set free Hahahaha! I'm serious though. Overall I'm happy and it is totally worth it. I did some shopping and that was fun/not fun bc I have gained a few lbs :(. I can't wait until I can work out again (with a super supportive sports bra to prevent jiggle pains). Anyways I was just checking in! I'll post photos Thursday. Cheers!

Updated on 17 Jul 2014:
Ugh so I'm sort of hating my left nipple. I'm going to give it time and let it heal and see how it settles but right now it sucks. :(

Updated on 17 Jul 2014:


Updated on 18 Jul 2014:
Thinking about possibly not posting on here anymore. I haven't gotton any support lately. Nothing. Feeling some boobie blues.

Updated on 3 Aug 2014:
I love how I am filling out my clothes and bras. I have developed stretch marks on both breasts more on my right and I'm pretty disappointed. Can't blame anything but my genes :(. Hoping they fade with time and are less noticeable.

Updated on 21 Aug 2014:
Going on 8 weeks. I'm not very happy with my left nipple but I'm not going to worry about it for now. Stretch marks suck but overall they are pretty awesome. No pain anymore just the occasional zinger which are becoming less frequent. I've gained a bit of weight from the surgeries I've had and I have to get It off! I'm so annoyed!

Updated on 26 Aug 2014:


Updated on 26 Aug 2014:


Updated on 1 Sep 2014:
Every time I get upset about the stretch marks or my nipple I'm going to look at this picture. There is a drastic improvement and my breasts look so much better!

Updated on 27 Feb 2015:
I go through times where I feel like I made a mistake and then I have times I love them. Its a love hate relationship at the moment. I love the symmetry and the shape but hate the stretch marks and the fact that I still don't have my feeling back completely. I get chest pains sometimes but I don't know if Its from the implants, probably is. I used bio oil and my stretch marks improved immensely. They are still there but much less noticable. I am trying to learn to love myself and realize my breasts do look good. Sometimes I don't see it but that's my own [RS bleep] I have to deal with. Anyways enough of that. Here are some photos of me 7 months out.

Updated on 18 Sep 2015:
Pretty unhappy. I have been having chest pain and shooting pains even after a year post op. Went to the doctor today bc I found a lump in my right breast so now I have a mammogram and ultrasounds scheduled for next Friday. I honestly feel like these have been more of a burden than anything. I don't like he way they feel in my chest and I am starting to worry about my health. Depending on what comes back in my tests, I may consider explant. I am really worried about it because I feel like my boobs will look terrible, but my health and comfort is more important. I wish I would have never done it. Some women love them and do great and some don't. All I know is I'm tired of always being bothered with them.

Updated on 3 Feb 2018:
Still happy with my implants. Sometimes I wish I went smaller but I have gained a lot of confidence from having them. They are soft and my fiancé loves them lol. I am probably going to be trying to get pregnant a year from now. Curious to see how breast feeding goes.

Awful experience with Dr. Wagner. He was not able to produce an acceptable result after two attempts (the original abdomnioplasty and a later "revisionary" surgery some months later). His own staff agreed that my stomach looks worse than when I started (they are wonderful by the way). A really poor outcome that had to be corrected by a different physician.

I'm 44 years old, weigh about 169, with 2 kids (both c-sections). My kids are 3 & 6 years old. I'm having a tummy tuck & breast reduction on February 19th. I have wanted a BR since I was a teenager. My bra size is a 32 M. I have been thinking about this for years. Finally in January I made an appointment with a plastic surgeon. While at my appointment I inquired about a tummy tuck to get rid of my big fat belly. I feel like I still look pregnant. My insurance is covering my BR & I financed my TT. I had my Pre-op last Friday. I was surprised that I just had to meet with a nurse, fill out a form & get my vitals checked. I thought there would be more to the appointment. Anyway, I'm nervous, scared and excited for Friday.