So I have multiple fibroids. I was told I have to do a hysterectomy and have my hernia repair. I have 4 kids. one of my pregnancy was with twins. So am pretty much stretch out with strech marks. Since am getting cut open. I think it would be the best time to get it done. I do not want to be cut twice. Is there a doctor out there that can perform this procedure. Or would I need a GYN and a plastic surgeon to do both procedures. I would love to hear from someone. Thanks T
Answer: Make sure you use a plastic surgeon for the plastic surgery portion My 2 cents: I have seen too many obstetricians attempting to do the tummy tuck portion so that they can make extra money at the same time as their portion. However, do not be fooled by this, they are not trained to do a tummy tuck so leave that in the hands of a board-certified plastic surgeon only.Best of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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Answer: Make sure you use a plastic surgeon for the plastic surgery portion My 2 cents: I have seen too many obstetricians attempting to do the tummy tuck portion so that they can make extra money at the same time as their portion. However, do not be fooled by this, they are not trained to do a tummy tuck so leave that in the hands of a board-certified plastic surgeon only.Best of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Combo cases with tummy tuck Thank you for your question. These procedures can be combined safely in the right patient. You will need a gynecologist for the hysterectomy and possibly a general surgeon for the hernia as well as a plastic surgeon for the tummy tuck. It will take some coordination and planning but could be done. Good luck.
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Combo cases with tummy tuck Thank you for your question. These procedures can be combined safely in the right patient. You will need a gynecologist for the hysterectomy and possibly a general surgeon for the hernia as well as a plastic surgeon for the tummy tuck. It will take some coordination and planning but could be done. Good luck.
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck and hysterectomy Dear newbody43,It is possible to do a tummy tuck and hysterectomy procedure together, if it is safe based on your personal case. You will need to coordinate between your gynecologist and plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck and hysterectomy Dear newbody43,It is possible to do a tummy tuck and hysterectomy procedure together, if it is safe based on your personal case. You will need to coordinate between your gynecologist and plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. It is certainly possible to have these procedures combined together in the same setting. You will have to find a OBGYN and plastic surgeon who can work together. If you are an appropriate candidate for a tummy tuck, this can be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. It is certainly possible to have these procedures combined together in the same setting. You will have to find a OBGYN and plastic surgeon who can work together. If you are an appropriate candidate for a tummy tuck, this can be done through a low and short incision, all completely below the bikini line. The belly button can be designed to look natural and have no scars on the exterior. Your muscles can also be plicated resulting in a flat abdomen. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck, combined procedures Hello and thank you for your question. In general the answer to your question is yes. You are able to combine procedures such as hysterectomy and abdominoplasty. The surgeons can definitely work together on this. You should keep in mind that a tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure, and as such, is typically not covered by insurance. You should definitely have an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon and your GYN surgeon to determine if you are a candidate. Good luck!
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March 9, 2017
Answer: Tummy tuck, combined procedures Hello and thank you for your question. In general the answer to your question is yes. You are able to combine procedures such as hysterectomy and abdominoplasty. The surgeons can definitely work together on this. You should keep in mind that a tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure, and as such, is typically not covered by insurance. You should definitely have an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon and your GYN surgeon to determine if you are a candidate. Good luck!
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