5'8, 240lbs, BMI 36 - what surgeries are recommended for my body type? (Photos)

November 12, 2022
Asked By:KJJ7 in Houston, Texas

I’ve had a few consults and get such a wide variation on recommended procedures. I’ve lost over 90lbs naturally with clean diet and CrossFit 5x+ a week. I’m currently 5’8 and 240lbs which puts my bmi around 36. The doctors I’ve consulted with state I don’t look like I weigh what I do and state losing more weight will impact results. Shouldn’t I lose more weight before surgery? Also what surgeries are recommended? Extended TT or body lift? I’d like MMO with no implants. Opinions please! Thank you

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Answers (8)

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January 26, 2023

Answer: I would want to hear your top 3 concerns

David Parizh, DOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 26, 2023

Answer: I would want to hear your top 3 concerns

David Parizh, DOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 12, 2022

Answer: Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 12, 2022

Answer: Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 14, 2022

Answer: Considering options

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 14, 2022

Answer: Considering options

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 14, 2022

Answer: Loose skin

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 14, 2022

Answer: Loose skin

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 23, 2022

Answer: Body contouring

December 23, 2022

Answer: Body contouring

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