Paul Loewenstein (retired)

So I decided to overnight at the hospital should anything go wrong. I had to be there for 7:15. I was a couple minutes behind but still was able to go right through. The hospital was BEAUTIFUL. It looked more like a hotel than anything. The staff was wonderful and sweet. Every single person !! I was super nervous but very ready. I checked I. Filled out consent forms and emergency contact info. I was asked too many times than I can count if I had a will or something. Super scary. But anyway. I got checked in then they sent me to my pre op room. I had to strip, wipe my body down with cleansing cloths. Change into my gown and hospital socks. I was super tired through all of this. Even during check in I kept closing my eyes lol. I was so excited I could barely sleep the night before. So anyway I changed, My mom called. And my nurse came back in. Did my IV and then anesthesia came in and prescribed meds for me. The next thing I know. I wake up in recovery and was awaiting a transfer to my room. I was so tired I didn't care. I did hear the workers around me commenting on how much I was sleeping then I heard a form male voice say "alright Julissa you GOTTA get up" I guess they were concerned with how knocked out I was lol. Anyway. The pain!! THE PAIN!! Kept me up! Of course when I finally come to no one was around lol. But it wasn't long until I got someone attention and asked for pain meds. I was the. Wheeled to my recovery room where I slept and slept and slept some more !



Updated on 1 Jun 2021:
One thing I feel like women under reported in their reviews is the bleeding & thePAIN. I have a pretty high pain tolerance and this pain is noooooo joke. I stopped taking narcotics yesterday because of the constipation and fact that I didn’t want to be on them for more than a couple days. But now I regret tossing them out. I’m hurting so so bad. Day one -3 there was a pressure around my anus but I’m sure that was from constipation. That eased away but now there’s a constant burning pain smack dab in my vagina. A 7 on a scale from 1-10. I literally just try to sleep each day away. There’s still a lot of swelling. I can’t tell much of a difference down there. I feel the same kind of looseness I felt before. Just new pain with it. I don’t feel tighter to myself on the inside at all. The outside feels and looks tighter though. I’m pretty hopeful and very optimistic Because now pooping and peeing actually feels like two different functions. Before when I I pooped. My vagina became engaged. It would look and sound like I was trying to push something out of there. *sigh* I can’t wait til I’m healed and super tight. I just want to be able to complain that my vagina is too tight. That’s literally what I told my doctor “I want to complain that it’s too tight”. I know there are limits. But please make me tight as possible ! Being so young &having sexual partners tell me I’m too young to be so loose has scarred me for a lifetime... so embarrassing. I rather be too tight than too loose any day. I hope this is all worth it. The pain brings me to tears everyday. It hurts so bad. I’ve been bleeding since surgery too. Which isn’t bad I just don’t recall reading ladies talk about the bleeding. It’s similar to period bleeding of course. Doc says it should last about 2 weeks. But I also could have started my period lol. So there’s that. No regrets so far. Just pain !! Which I’m confident will be more than worth it !!

Updated on 10 Jun 2021:
So I'm two weeks out. Almost close to going back to work and pain increased! All I've been doing is walking and sitting. I rest when I'm tired and I make sure I have bowel movements. One day I did lay in bed and do rom on my legs and idk if that did it or what. But I noticed after sitting one day this pain came on and it's so so so bad. Almost as bad as post surgery. Idk man. I hope I didn't mess anything up.

Updated on 20 Jun 2021:
So it’s been three weeks and the pain has subsided a lot. It’s pretty minimal now but I still walk funny. I’m very swollen in my vaginal area. My butthole and my vaginal feel incredibly tighter than pre surgery. I know swelling is still pretty high so I’m not getting too excited yet. I still feel open, like my vagina feels the same to me. I don’t feel tighter to myself internally but when I touch down there I’m super tighter If that makes sense? So far I feel like my doctor did an amazing job. I feel comfortable inside. I’m just hoping I didn’t walk or or become too active after surgery. I wanted to make sure I didn’t lay in bed too much and I felt good so I did a little walking and sitting starting just under one week post op and gradually increased. I started work and that’s been stressful because there are doors in my patients rooms that are pretty heavy. I’m like dang maybe I should’ve asked my coworker to open them. I didn’t feel like I strained or pushed hard at all though. At this point I’m bed th fact that I feel better than I should. I need to lay down more but I keep feeling Okay until get sore down there & go lay down. I love laying down now though. But I’m also the over worrying type. So I hope and I trust that he did amazing and I’m just paranoid. I hope soooo

Updated on 20 Jun 2021:
But I still feel like I’m hanging out. Especially since going back out to work...

Updated on 20 Jun 2021:
So when I touch myself I can spread my lips further apart than in week 1. but I still haven’t seen my actual holes and the opening itself feels extremely tight. Especially where the stitch is. It feels so good and tight there. There’s some bulging in my vagina area though. It’s been there since immediately post op though. I’m still worried I became too active too soon, my post op appointment will be the one thing that calms me. I feel like I strained myself. Or I literally could just be paranoid. But from day 6 post op I been walking short distances and eating dinner upright. It was hard to sit up. But gradually everyday it got better. I hope I didn’t do too much. Then one night I went to hang out with a friend and as I was sitting for an extended period... I developed a really bad pain. Now I feel kinda stupid for being so active. And going out. Now I’m back at work and I had to push a heavy door and I feel like when I move a certain way or laugh or cough that there’s a little air that comes out my vagina. Like a tiny queef? It could be a stitch irritating me. But idk I feel like it’s easier to buldge out now. When I cleared my throat I used to still feel shut now I feel movement in my vagina when I clear my throat. I feel like I got active too soon. And I feel like I should’ve did bed rest for the 3 weeks. But honestly my doctor didn’t tell me much about what not to do after sx. I read and looked it up myself. I feel like I didn’t realize how serious this surgery was until I was 2 weeks post op. Because the office didn’t recommend a certain amount of time off. I assumed people went right back to work. I only took 2 weeks off but I feel like people should take a month to just lay down and let themselves heal. Y’all I really hope I heal fine. I’m pretty worried and stressed out that the importance of pelvic rest didn’t come naturally to me or wasn’t told to me by my office.... yup. When I cough/clear my throat i can feel my vaginal canal buldge out and I think it’s a stitch I feel tickling me a little. Smh. I pray I don’t have to do this surgery again. I feel so STUPID. I should’ve just laid my stupid self down for 3 weeks and not went anywhere or do anything but heal. But no my stupid self was going out and about.

Updated on 21 Jun 2021:
I started my period. And just felt some air actually escape... and it’s Ben happening a lot since yesterday. I pray this is related to my period! Anyway. I feel super tight from the outside so I’m surprised any air is able to escape so often.

If you're looking for a plastic surgeon who provides a safe environment, honest feedback, and excellent results, you're talking about Dr. Loewenstein! I had a mini facelift last Nov to correct a super droopy face and remove some fat beneath my chin. I'm incredibly happy with the results, and it was much less painful than I imagined it would be! The fat was removed and my face is lifted like I wanted it to be, so that's great. What may set Dr. Loewenstein apart from other surgeons, though, is his artistry and compassion as a human. He doesn't just say what you want to hear. I know this because I asked about removing all of the fat from my "squirrel cheeks". He explained that if he removed too much of the natural fat, I would end up looking hollowed out and actually older. He did remove fat, but he didn't do anything extreme that would make me look weird. I was certainly grateful for that! A facelift isn't supposed to make you look older! Dr. Loewenstein is a kind man and an excellent doctor. He personally called the house after my surgery to make sure I was doing alright and to see if I had any questions. The next day a beautiful flower arrangement arrived with a card "Wishing you a speedy recovery!" At my follow-up appt a few days later, the first question his nurse, Sandi, asked was "How are you and how is your pain?". They are both focused on your overall experience and want to also make sure your pain is managed well. In our current medical environment, it seems as a patient I'm often rushed out of the office, feeling like more of a number than a person. With Dr. Loewenstein, I felt like he genuinely cared about my well-being and was willing to take the time to explain things and then to actually do them right. I'm extremely pleased with my entire experience with Dr. Loewenstein and his staff, and will choose him again for any future procedures!

I was happy with the shape of my breasts, but I always felt they were small given the size of my upper arms. This bothered me - A LOT. I was hesitant to move forward with an augmentation because I didn't want to show my breasts to anyone (except my husband, of course) and I didn't want to end up with "bullet boobs". I finally got fed up and asked my husband to help me research plastic surgeons in our area. Dr. Loewenstein kept winning the race in our research so I scheduled the consultation. SO glad I did! I told him I was apprehensive about the unveiling and he put me right at ease, saying something like "Well, I promise not to feel uncomfortable, so you don't need to feel uncomfortable either". I laughed and explained what I was and wasn't looking for, and then I worked with his nurse, Sandi, to understand possible dates for surgery. To be honest, although the consult and scheduling went very well, and I was excited to finally be moving forward with this, my husband and I were skeptical about what the results would really look like. I hadn't had babies, so I entered surgery with very dense breast tissue. It took a full year and a half for my breasts to "settle". I have to say, we were both pleasantly surprised with the results! My breasts look, feel and move like they always did, but the size is finally proportionate with my upper arms - yay! The surgical experience was really good, the recovery not super painful (because Dr. Loewenstein was excellent at managing my pain), and our experience with Dr. Loewenstein and his staff was superb! He used a product called Mentor Memory Gel, and placed the implants beneath the muscle wall. The scars are small and are located beneath the breasts. My OB/GYN even commented on how nice his work looked; apparently she sees some scary stuff. Mammograms aren't a problem either. We couldn't have known for sure, but as it turned out, selecting Dr. Loewenstein as our surgeon was a incredibly smart move! Dr. Loewenstein's unique combination of 35 years surgical experience, inherent artistry, and kind/compassionate bedside manner are a gift to each of his patients. We are grateful to have been able to work with him, give him the highest marks, and will certainly seek him out for any future plastic surgery needs. Thank you Dr. Loewenstein!

I am a mom of three who has carried two 9+ lbs and one ten pound babies. I have never had an issue with my midsection until I had my last son. I am physically fit but unfortunately my stomach is another story. I can’t wait until this is over so I can put it behind me. I am so excited and nervous. I’m hoping to lost at least 7 inches around my waist after the swelling subsides. Wish me luck and pray for me!!!

Updated on 19 Dec 2017:
Surgery was a success! Pain is very mild and totally not what expected. I am very surprised about my miraculous recovery. I am going to my first post op appointment on Thursday. I can’t wait to post pics!!

Updated on 20 Dec 2017:
Surgery went well by the grace of God. The recovery has not been as bad as I anticipated it to be. The swelling is the worst and makes the pain worse. No pictures yet as I was instructed to leave my binder on until my first follow up appointment next week.

Updated on 20 Dec 2017:
I’ve been so uncomfortable. These drains are the worst. Pic of me at one day post op. Can’t wait until I can see what’s under this itchy binder!

Updated on 22 Dec 2017:
Just wanted to check in. Today is going well. No pain just very uncomfortable swelling. I haven’t had any pain pills in 12 hours. I am starting to walk upright more. I walk for a couple minutes every three -four hours but I get completely exhausted and winded. My binder is itchy and tight. I can’t wait to see my ps on Tuesday to possibly remove my drains.

Updated on 23 Dec 2017:
I’ve made a huge improvement as of today! I’ve been up and walking with no pain and very little discomfort. I haven’t taken any pain relief since yesterday at 6pm (16 hours ago) and I don’t plan on taking any more. I’m still very swollen but not painfully. I had to cough last night and boy did it hurt!!! I’m praying that I’ll never have to cough again for the duration of my healing time. Last night I was starting to question if I had made the right decision. I am hoping my final results are well worth it!

Updated on 24 Dec 2017:
Merry Christmas Eve! I’m feeling so much better today! Everyday just gets so much better! No pain which means no pain pills. I am able to stand up a lot straighter (about 80% upright) and not as winded when I walk. The swelling is subsiding and it’s taken a lot of pressure off of my lungs. I can’t wait to see how well I’ll be doing a week from now!

Updated on 25 Dec 2017:
Today has been a good day!! I’ve been on my feet a lot more and literally haven’t experienced any pain or that unbearable bloat!! Thank you Jesus!!

Updated on 28 Dec 2017:
Hey there my fellow tummy Tucker’s! Just wanted to check in to give you a little update. I have been doing well and getting stronger everyday. I got my drains out on day eight!! However, my surgeon is watching me closely because he thought I may develop a seroma due to the soft feeling of my belly on day eight. He stuck a needle in to check but there was no fluid. I have to go back on Tuesday for him to check to see if my stomach has firmed up a bit. I was so worried and I just prayed and asked God to fix whatever the issue is. I woke up the next day and my stomach was as a firm as a board! All I can say is thank you Jesus!!! I am so relieved!! I’ve attached some before and after pics. I can’t wait to see what I’ll look like three months from now!

Updated on 12 Jan 2018:
Almost four weeks post op and feeling so much better!! Still have a ton of swelling but some days are better than others. I’ve been pain free for three weeks now. I feel so much more confident in my clothes now. I’m happy that I decided to have the surgery. I’ve been been back in the gym since 15 days post op. I’m taking it one day at a time.

Updated on 25 Jan 2018:
Five weeks post op and I’m killing it at the gym already. Still no weights or core work but I’m going hard on the cardio machines. Swelling is still existent but getting better almost every day.

Updated on 1 Feb 2018:
The swelling is discouraging at times but I’ve learned to look back at pictures before the surgery. They are certainly very humbling. Lol

Updated on 11 Feb 2018:
Short and sweet update. I’d
Like to say that nothing much has changed since my last update except that I’m starting to feel like my swelling is making me sad. I’m starting to feel like this is my new norm. I’m swollen all day everyday. I’ve been working out (still no core work) 4-5 days a week and I still don’t feel confident enough to wear a tight fitting shirt during my workout. I still feel fat!!! I still have muscle tenderness and by the end of the day I’m exhausted. I feel like I’m stuck at a standstill. I want to be normal again. Sorry for the melt down but on a good note, I looked much better than I did before surgery. My scar is healing well and I’m getting a lot of compliments on my shape.

Updated on 26 Feb 2018:
Ten weeks post op and still swollen like a potbelly pig! I’m praying that the swelling subsides soon as it is causing back pain. Not sure if it’s nerve related but my lower back is killing me by the end of the day. I’ve been working out a lot more (added weight training) and my abdomen has been super sore. I’ve not done any sit-ups yet but it feels like I’ve done 500!! However, my stamina is back in full swing and I can perform all of my cardio exercises without any issues. I’m thinking about wearing my compression during exercise to support my muscle repair. I feel like it’s less strenuous for some reason. Ok ladies...this is it. Until next time.

Updated on 1 Mar 2018:
Dr. Lowenstein is truly an artist! He exceeded my expectations! He’s professional, kind, and attentive. I consulted with three other Plastic Surgeons and I am so happy that I decided to go with him. His technique is truly amazing. I’m ten weeks post op and my scar is flawless, my belly button looks very natural, and my contour is absolutely beautiful. Thank you Dr. Lowenstein!

Updated on 18 Jun 2018:
This has been a very long journey. I still swell everyday and my internal stitches have busted through a few times in the last two months. I still haven’t been able to do any core work in the gym as it’s too uncomfortable (and painful at times).

We call Dr. Loewenstein, "The Artist" at my work as I am a medical professional and I couldn't help talking about my results! He did a fantastic job, and was so thorough in his preop and postop care. He thoroughly discussed all the risks and benefits of surgery, and answered any questions or concerns with me. Highly impressed!

I researched various plastic surgeons in the State of WI. I wanted a reputable and very experienced plastic surgeon. I wasn't concerned about the drive as long as I felt I choose an outstanding surgeon. After much research I knew I wanted to meet with Dr. Loewenstein for a consultation. After meeting with Dr. Loewenstein and his staff I knew he was the doctor that I wanted to perform my surgery. During my consultation, Dr. Loewenstein took time to answer all my concerns and questions in detail. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and kind. After meeting with him, I had the confidence I needed to decide to have my surgery. From the time of my consultation to the day of the surgery and post op, I was treated as if I was a family member of Dr. Loewenstein and his staff. Dr. Loewenstein called me the day after my surgery to check on me and to answer any other questions I had for him. I'm ecstatic with my decision to have my tummy tuck done by Dr. Loewenstein. The results are better than I expected and I feel much better about my appearance. Without any hesitation I definitely would recommend anyone who is seeking to have plastic surgery to consult with Dr. Loewenstein. He is an exceptional, thoughtful and talented surgeon. Beverly

I have been extremely blessed to have been treated by Dr. Paul Loewenstein for a face and brow lift. He is without a doubt the finest "top shelf " surgeon on the planet. His flawless and magical surgical abilities reflect brilliance and a lifetime of practice to achieve miraculous surgical outcomes. The surgical recovery was virtually painless; I had a restored and refreshed facial appearance within a matter of weeks. I am elated with the outcome. There is no need to go doctor shopping if you are in need of plastic or cosmetic surgery...go directly to Dr. Loewensrein... you won't be disappointed. (only question yourself why you didn't have a surgical consult earlier as life is too short not to look and feel your best... especially when you gave the best care in your back yard,). He has the rarest and most exceptional quality you will find in a surgeon: deepest respect for women (as numerous females have commented) and the ability to communicate understanding depth of human emotion. Not only does Dr. Loewenstein work in the area of his talent; he has dedicated his life in practicing in the area of his gift. His quinine concern for his patients is presented in the best surgical options in treatment of cosmetic challenges. I will always be eternally grateful (an understatement) for the care he has provided. Also Sandi is Dr. Loewenstein' devoted nurse of 38 years. She has a wonderful bedside manner, is exceptionally knowledeabke and very efficient in scheduling capabilities. Her deep spirituality is reflected in her 28 years of coordinating support groups for comfort of cancer survivors. Dr. Loewenstein and Sandi are to be commended for being outstanding role models and true assets to the medical profession!

I couldn't be happier with the results from my recent breast augumention. Dr. Lowenstein made me feel so comfortable and confident from my consultation all of the way through my post surgery check up. I highly recommend him.

It took me about 20 months to loose 55 lbs and while I was very please with my accomplishment I still had some areas that I just couldn't seem to get rid of. I am fairly active. I bike long distances and walk, play tennis and golf. So I get a fair share of exercise. I was told you can tone muscle but you can't tone skin. By the way I am 57 years old. So I had a tummy tuck and some lipo to my breasts to get rid of my man boobs. First of all being a man and doing something like this seemed out f the box for me but I really wanted to do it. I was very open with lots of people and my family seeking their opinion and thoughts. Surprisingly to me most everyone told me to "Go For It!" So I did and so glad that I did. You don't loose a lot more weight from a tummy tuck just a few lbs. So don't do it to loose a few lbs. But you tone up areas like muffin tops and love handles and fit into clothes much more comfortably. I now have a relatively flat stomach. I must say it gives me a bit of confidence. Dr. Paul Lowenstein did my surgery and I think he did a great job. He was and is very pleasant and very honest. Without any hesitation I would definitely recommend him. I was surprised that I did not have immense pain after the surgery. Certainly there is discomfort but I did not experience excruciating pain like I thought I would. I did however experienced a very numb feeling in my middle section after the tummy tuck. I have been wearing a compression vest which was provided to me after the surgery and that does definitely make me feel better. I expect to be wearing that for some time. It is now 4 weeks since my surgery and I do get wore out a little sooner in the day than before but over time I am sure things will get back to normal. I expect it to be few more months before I am back to or near 100%. But I went back to work shorter days almost within a few days after coming home from surgery. But I could see where people would take more time before doing so. In any event an in my opinion it was definitely worth it and I would do it again in a heart beat. Thank you Dr. Lowenstein.

I had unsightly bags under my eyes. They depressed me. I didn't even want to leave the house anymore. A friend told me about Dr. Paul Loewenstein. She was ten years older than me and she looked ten years younger. I went for my consultation. The thing I was most worried about was pain. After Dr. Loewenstein explained the procedure, showed me how nonintrusive it was, how I wouldn't even have incisions on the outside of my lids, I signed up. I went to Elmbrook Memorial Hospital for the procedure. They were great. I had the twilight drug (not general anesthesia). No memory of any of it. My mind is a blank. I can't really even remember how I got home (my husband). And no pain! Seriously. I slept the first day I got home. The only uncomfortable thing was keeping the ice packs on my eyes and that was more annoying than uncomfortable. No bruising either. I just had redness from the chemical peel they used to get rid of the crepey skin under my eyes. I had to keep the icepacks on for two days. I had to sleep with a blind fold on for four days. And I had to sleep propped up rather than lying down for five days. Then, ta da. I was ready to put on make up and go out into the world. I wish I would have done this three years ago!