Should I go to a general surgeon or plastic surgeon for an umbilicoplasty?

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I am 23 years old and had an umbilical hernia removed when I was a child but was left with a protruding outtie belly button. I am interested in undergoing an umbiliocplasty surgery to correct my outtie and make it an innie belly button. Should I go to a general surgeon or plastic surgeon? And are plastic surgeons able to perform this procedure solo without a tummy tuck or other procedures?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Magical352117,
finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations. 
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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