Is It Ok to Have a Bladder Lift with a Tummy Tuck to Save Recovery Time?

Thank you for your question
It is not uncommon to have other procedures at the same time as having a tummy tuck.  Sometimes a tummy tuck is combined with hysterectomy and even with C- section.
I have performed combined procedures with obstetricians including the treatment of urinary incontinence and bladder suspension.
If you want to combine your surgeries you simply need to be sure that your doctors feel that it can be done safely.  I would suggest you speak with each of them about your concern and let them give you their opinion.
If each of your surgeons feels that their surgery can be performed safely within an appropriate time frame they will let you know.
Sometimes the hardest part is just getting your surgeons to be able to schedule your surgery at the same time.
Good luck with your upcoming surgery or surgeries.

Yes. Many additional and non-cosmetic procedures can be performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck. At my Austin, Texas area practice I often combine procedures for patients looking to limit the number of surgeries they need. My practice is hospital based so it's easy to have a gyn or urology doctor stop in to perform the procedure you need. You usually end up saving some money on the cosmetic portion as your insurance will cover some of the hospital and anesthesia fees including an overnight stay in many cases. The key is making sure the total operative time needed doesn't get too long but in most cases a bladder lift adds an hour or two at most. Best of luck! Dr Kerr