Why did a top Dr. almost refuse to give me a breast reduction because of my BMI? (I am barely overweight, if at all). I got a BR consult from an NYC Dr. and was told that I’m almost too overweight for surgery and that I should lower my BMI >4 points (15-20lbs). Insurance was not the reason as this Dr. doesn’t take it. At 5’3 and a stable 155lbs, I have long been eating clean and healthfully with exercise 2-3 times/week, but not starving myself. This is just how my body is! I’m curious to hear Dr.’s perspective on the use of BMI as it seems unfair and dangerous to tell women like me they need to lose weight
July 25, 2019
Answer: BMI with a reduction Hello and thank you for your question! Most plastic surgeons will not perform surgery with a BMI >30-35 due to the complications that can occur after surgery. With a BMI >35 you may not have optimal healing and could alter your results. I personally look at the whole picture. If you are overall healthy and exercise regularly, I would have considered you a good candidate for that particular procedure.
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July 25, 2019
Answer: BMI with a reduction Hello and thank you for your question! Most plastic surgeons will not perform surgery with a BMI >30-35 due to the complications that can occur after surgery. With a BMI >35 you may not have optimal healing and could alter your results. I personally look at the whole picture. If you are overall healthy and exercise regularly, I would have considered you a good candidate for that particular procedure.
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July 25, 2019
Answer: BMI and surgery The optimal candidate for surgery is healthy and has reached a healthy stable weight with which they are content (preferably with a BMI < 30).Based upon your narrative, your BMI does not place you into a high risk category. While a BMI of 27 is technically overweight, from a surgical perspective you would seem to be a reasonable candidate.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).Donovan Rosas MD
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July 25, 2019
Answer: BMI and surgery The optimal candidate for surgery is healthy and has reached a healthy stable weight with which they are content (preferably with a BMI < 30).Based upon your narrative, your BMI does not place you into a high risk category. While a BMI of 27 is technically overweight, from a surgical perspective you would seem to be a reasonable candidate.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).Donovan Rosas MD
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