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Gary Vela, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Baltimore, Maryland
4.1 | 19 Reviews
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Tu Ve Una Excelente Experiencia!
April 27 me operé con Dr Gary Vela. Me hice un extendido tummy tuck con lipo laterales y levantamiento con implantes! Estoy súper contenta con mis resultados y mi recuperación.Lo más bonito que la cicatriz son muy pequeñas. El Dr Gary Vela fue muy profesional y humilde siempre me escucho y me senti en buenas manos! Yo lo recomiendo!!!
4 months Post-Op
Ok results - the imperfections are showing after 4 months
Dr.Gary is profesional and personal, he will take the time to listen and explain you. He is one of the few surgeons that will do multiple surgeries at once, which is why I picked him. The day of the surgery he was assuring and calm. A few days after surgery he was available to answer any concerns, a few weeks after he disappear. I only had one follow up appointment in person the day after surgery. Now 4 months after surgery is when the imperfections are showing. Overall I am
Worth It5 days Post-Op
My recovery has been smooth all the way - highly recommend
Dr. Vela is great. I highly recommend him! On 12/28, I had a mini-tummy tuck and breast implant exchange to increase my bust size. Belcara is a wonderful facility and Dr. Vela has a caring and professional demeanor. I have had no complications at all and my recovery has been smooth all the way. Updated on 5 Jan 2023: I wanted to share a bit about my diet after surgery, in case it's useful for anyone. I think I've had pretty good results so far. ~Starting the night before surgery,
Worth It2 days Post-Op
My body looks incredible, highly recommend
Had a BBL two days ago with Dr Vela. My body looks incredible, highly recommend!!! He is a GREAT surgeon who truly cares about his patients. I will continue to see Dr. Vela in the future for any other elective surgery work I may want.
Worth It8 months Post-Op
Every one of my expectations were met from consultation to pricing, recovery to results
I had been contemplating getting a tummy tuck for quite sometime because after my hysterectomy and being over 50, my stomach started to do something I could never have imagined. I worked out and dieted and lost 20lbs but still my stomach would not cooperate. I went to see Dr. Vela about a rhinoplasty a few years ago so I was familiar with him as a surgeon and his office so it was a no brainer when i decided I wanted a tummy tuck. I wasn't sure about the scarring, the pain and
Worth It1 month Post-Op
Perfection! I am beyond thrilled with my Mommy Makeover results
Dr Vela and the whole staff at Belcara are simply amazing! Some of the kindest people you will EVER meet in your life! I am beyond thrilled with my Mommy Makeover results and thank god I did this! I now recommend everyone there.
Worth It2 months Post-Op
Great Experience with a Reasonable MD Price
I had a great experience with Dr. Vela. He is very thorough during the consult and pre-op appointments and make sure I had realistic expectations of the results. He was not trying to upsell me on a procedure that wasn't needed and offered options that would result in a good result with a reasonable price. During my pre-op, I decided to switch the original plan and opt for a lower body lift and I am glad that I made the switch. In addition to the LBL, I had chin lipo and back lipo.
Worth It15 days Post-Op
Passion, Experience, and Care for His Patients
Throughout a year of research and reviews I wanted to look for a Surgeon to enhance my natural body shape. I needed massive skin removal from weight loss. I chose Dr. Gary Vela who has over 20 years experience and Board certified. He personally takes the time, dedication and care to help guide and navigate his patients throughout their journey of plastic surgery. When speaking with Dr. Vela you can understand his passion for his profession and the comfort and confidence he provides
Worth It4 days Post-Op
TT with Dr Vela
Dr Vela at belcara health is great. The entire staff is amazing and friendly and incredibly helpful. I'm 4 days post op and besides minor discomfort, I'm feeling good. First post op appt is Tuesday!!! Updated on 23 Jul 2019:
Worth It3 months Post-Op
Mid-Life Crisis...... Nahhhh.... I Just Need a Tune-up!! - Baltimore, MD
Hi ! I'm a 40 yr old married, mother of 2 children (19 and 10) , and 2 pups! Back in 2012 I was at my heaviest which was 331 pounds, that year I had WLS(sleeve), and I dropped down to 200 pounds within a year and 3 months. From 2013 to about 2 months ago,I have crept up the scale to 247! I decided enough was enough and I went back to basics- protein first, veggies next, and if I have room carbs ( I hardly ever have room for the carbs). I still have restriction in my sleeve so

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