I'm 54 years old. BMI 27. Lost over 100 pounds so I have excess skin all around. In 2020 I was diagnosed with Coronary Artery Vasospasms on an angiogram where they visualized the spasm. I was given a bit of Nitro and it resolved instantly. Since that time, I have quit smoking and have resolved all my coronary spasms. My cardiologist says he is not worried about my having surgery at all because I am healthy now. Will I still get refused, and why?
Answer: Safety as priority Most likely your coronary disease was induced by smoking and obesity. Now that you have quit smoking and have lost weight, you have eliminated the most important risk factors but it will be very helpful if you reach a BMI below 27-28 before surgery to be in the safe side.
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Answer: Safety as priority Most likely your coronary disease was induced by smoking and obesity. Now that you have quit smoking and have lost weight, you have eliminated the most important risk factors but it will be very helpful if you reach a BMI below 27-28 before surgery to be in the safe side.
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Answer: Pre existing conditions Congratulations on your impressive weight loss and quitting smoking! If you are healthy and your cardiac issues have resolved there is a good chance you will be able to proceed with plastic surgery. A clearance from your cardiologist may be required and your surgeon may require other preventative measures be put in place for your safety.
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Answer: Pre existing conditions Congratulations on your impressive weight loss and quitting smoking! If you are healthy and your cardiac issues have resolved there is a good chance you will be able to proceed with plastic surgery. A clearance from your cardiologist may be required and your surgeon may require other preventative measures be put in place for your safety.
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January 11, 2023
Answer: Cardiac risk and body contouring If your cardiologist performs a pre operative examination and determines you are low risk and you are otherwise nicotine free and in good health, then you may be a good candidate for surgery. Another important data point is whether or not you are at your goal weight. If not, than most surgeons recommend achieving and maintaining your goal weight for a minimum of 6 months prior to surgery.
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January 11, 2023
Answer: Cardiac risk and body contouring If your cardiologist performs a pre operative examination and determines you are low risk and you are otherwise nicotine free and in good health, then you may be a good candidate for surgery. Another important data point is whether or not you are at your goal weight. If not, than most surgeons recommend achieving and maintaining your goal weight for a minimum of 6 months prior to surgery.
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October 25, 2022
Answer: Coronary artery disease lower body lift 360 circumferential lower body lift belt lipectomy massive weight loss Hello, thank you for your question regarding the 360 circumferential lower bodylift and coronary artery disease. Congratulations on your weight loss! What a great accomplishment. Now that you have lost 100 pounds, stopped smoking, and the fact that your cardiologist has given you clearance, I think you are ready for your 360 circumferential lower bodylift. I do NOT think you will get refused for your lower body lift solely based on a history of coronary artery disease. I specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss. If you have any more questions regarding the lower body lift, 360 circumferential lower body lift, belt lipectomy, belt abdominoplasty, or belt dermolipectomy please contact my office. Since the body lift is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing the lower body lift. Do your research. Make sure they have performed at least 100 circumferential lower body lift surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it. Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf. If you cannot find an experienced, lower body lift surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery RealSelf Hall of Fame, and RealSelf Doctor Advisory Board for Medical Review and Consumer Panel.)
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October 25, 2022
Answer: Coronary artery disease lower body lift 360 circumferential lower body lift belt lipectomy massive weight loss Hello, thank you for your question regarding the 360 circumferential lower bodylift and coronary artery disease. Congratulations on your weight loss! What a great accomplishment. Now that you have lost 100 pounds, stopped smoking, and the fact that your cardiologist has given you clearance, I think you are ready for your 360 circumferential lower bodylift. I do NOT think you will get refused for your lower body lift solely based on a history of coronary artery disease. I specialize in reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss. If you have any more questions regarding the lower body lift, 360 circumferential lower body lift, belt lipectomy, belt abdominoplasty, or belt dermolipectomy please contact my office. Since the body lift is a big procedure, please seek an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing the lower body lift. Do your research. Make sure they have performed at least 100 circumferential lower body lift surgeries and have the before and after pictures to prove it. Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf. If you cannot find an experienced, lower body lift surgeon in your neighborhood, consider traveling out of state if you must. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery RealSelf Hall of Fame, and RealSelf Doctor Advisory Board for Medical Review and Consumer Panel.)
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Belt lipectomy Dear Easygoing9646,
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October 23, 2022
Answer: Belt lipectomy Dear Easygoing9646,
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