I Need a Hip Replacement. Should I Do It Before I Have My Tummy Tuck?

April 20, 2011
Asked By:KPINTILI in TOMS RIVER , NJ

was scheduled for a tt after losing 55 lbs. am 195lbs and 5"5. Have a large frame and look good 165-175. was having terrible hip pain now just found out i need hip replacement. What should I do first?

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April 29, 2019

Answer: Have your hip replaced first, then when you're ready, have tummy tuck!

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Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 29, 2019

Answer: Have your hip replaced first, then when you're ready, have tummy tuck!

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Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacement first

April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacement first

April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacemetn prior to tummy tuck

April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacemetn prior to tummy tuck

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January 9, 2014

Answer: Tummy tuck when in the best shape

January 9, 2014

Answer: Tummy tuck when in the best shape

April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacement prior to tummy tuck

April 22, 2011

Answer: Hip replacement prior to tummy tuck

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