Do you have to get medical clearance from doctor before surgery? How do surgeons know if your healthy enough to with stand a tummy tuck or mommy make over? I plan to stop smoking hookah completely two month before surgery and I had high blood pressure two year ago but I no longer have it or take medication. What do the anesthesiologists look for to confirm your healthy? Do all plastic surgeons use board certified anesthesiologist?
February 14, 2021
Answer: Medical clearance During your visit with your surgeon your medical history will be reviewed and discussed. It is important that you are honest and thorough when reporting your health history. Based on the information exchanged your surgeon will determine if clearance is needed or if any further tests/labs are recommended. It is unique to each patient's circumstances.
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February 14, 2021
Answer: Medical clearance During your visit with your surgeon your medical history will be reviewed and discussed. It is important that you are honest and thorough when reporting your health history. Based on the information exchanged your surgeon will determine if clearance is needed or if any further tests/labs are recommended. It is unique to each patient's circumstances.
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February 10, 2021
Answer: Preoperative protocol Dear HailieM, every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Generally speaking, most patients don't need clearance prior to surgery. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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February 10, 2021
Answer: Preoperative protocol Dear HailieM, every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Generally speaking, most patients don't need clearance prior to surgery. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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