Should I get a pre-op physical exam?

September 19, 2017
Asked By:MyYear2018 in Houston, TX

I am planning on having a tummy tuck (w hernia and diastasis recti repair) hopefully mid November. Overall I think I am pretty healthy but with this being a major surgery I want to make sure everything is ok. What type of things should be checked during the exam for this type of surgery? Is a regular physical exam sufficient enough or do I need additional things checked?

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September 20, 2017

Answer: Preop exam

September 20, 2017

Answer: Preop exam

September 21, 2017

Answer: Pre-op clearance

September 21, 2017

Answer: Pre-op clearance

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