I need a general surgeon who can do a removal of the abdominal pannus

You're correct in saying the umbilicus (belly button) is usually preserved with an abdominoplasty or panniculectomy. However, there are some circumstances where this might not be possible due to poor blood supply.  This may be due to previous scars around the belly button or...

Thank you for your question. Yes, you can absolutely get a panniculectomy to help address the hygiene issues caused by your belly apron, as long as you are healthy enough for surgery. Many patients seek a panniculectomy for functional reasons, such as hygiene or discomfort, and the procedure can...

Typically, the natural belly button is centered to align vertically with the middle of your breastbone, and the horizontal center should be even with the high points of your hips. Because everyone's anatomy is different, there's no set measurement that works for every patient when a surgeon...

Thank you for your question. A panniculectomy will only remove the excess skin and fat hanging over your belt line, but it won’t flatten the upper tummy or provide a pubic lift. It’s a functional procedure designed to address the lower abdominal "apron" of skin, which can help with hygiene and...

Glad to hear your active lifestyle is achieving weight loss and improving the quality of your life!  Unfortunately, as every mother and every bariatric patient will attest, your skin doesn't always want to cooperate with weight loss, and excess skin is unresponsive to diet and exercise.  When y...

Hello!   Thank you for your questions and for providing pictures, it can be more helpful in providing an response that can be more specific to you. Every insurance company is different, and they also can vary from state to state in what their coverage will allow. Breast Reduction surgery is u...