Can I have all female staff for surgery? Can my husband be present for the markings? is my vagina covered during procedure?

Hello, and thank you for reaching out to us. Finding the surgeon that you are comfortable with is most important. You requests are realistic and I am certain that one of the many talented board certified surgeons will be able to accommodate. Good luck, please let us know how it goes.- Dr. Constantino Mendieta

You shouldn't be concerned about the atmosphere of the operating room is modesty is very tightly preserved. Nevertheless, unless the logistics make it impossible a surgical staff comprise completely of women is certainly worth asking for. As regards the surgeon, my advice is to choose the best one regardless of sex.

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your upcoming surgery!  As far as your surgical markings there should not be any reason that your husband can not be present.  Additionally, your vagina is covered during your operation in order to maintain sterility and cleanliness.  As far as the all female staff, that is something best asked of your surgeon.  Depending on whether they have their own surgical center or use a hospital/private operating room this may be within their ability.  Hope this helps and best wishes.

You can request an all female staff for surgery but it may not be possible depending on the facility where you are having your procedures performed. Your husband should be able to be present for your pre operative markings. Just discuss this request with your surgeon. Your body will be covered and uncovered as is necessary to safely and effectively perform your surgery. Rest assured your privacy is important to your surgical team and all who are present are trained professional surgical staff. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

When patients have requested all female staff (nurses, techs, anesthesiologist) for cultural/religious/personal reasons, I do everything I can to make it happen.  When it does, it truly is a very comfortable and remarkable experience for every woman in the room!  Occasionally due to scheduling/personnel issues, it is not possible to accommodate the request.  Every patient is reassured that each of our staff is experienced and professional, regardless of their sex/gender.  We make sure that the patient is as comfortable as possible during the markings, so a husband/family member/friend is absolutely welcome to be present as long as the patient wants someone there.During your surgery, only the areas that are being operated on are exposed.  Everything else is covered for safety, sterility, warmth, and modesty.These are excellent questions and very reasonable concerns - make sure to discuss them with your plastic surgeon so that you can feel comfortable and confident about how you will be taken care of before, during, and after your surgery.Hope this is helpful, and take care.Dr. Lim