I’m getting a breast augmentation done March 24th and needed to know if I need a medical clearance from a primary care doctor ?
Answer: Medical clearance before breast augmentation You do not mention your age or if you have any underlying medical problems that could increase the risks of surgery. All patients should have a physical examination by their surgeon and appropriate blood work prior to surgery. Patiets with certain medical conditions, such as heart disease, or asthma, may need more extensive evaluation by an internist to evaluate their risk for surgery.
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Answer: Medical clearance before breast augmentation You do not mention your age or if you have any underlying medical problems that could increase the risks of surgery. All patients should have a physical examination by their surgeon and appropriate blood work prior to surgery. Patiets with certain medical conditions, such as heart disease, or asthma, may need more extensive evaluation by an internist to evaluate their risk for surgery.
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical Clearance Pre-Op Hi Lanena94, Thank you for the question. It is not unusual for surgeons to require a medical clearance prior to breast augmentation surgery. However, this is a case to case basis, especially for those who have preexisting health conditions that need to be controlled before the surgery. If you are concerned, you should speak with your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns. 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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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical Clearance Pre-Op Hi Lanena94, Thank you for the question. It is not unusual for surgeons to require a medical clearance prior to breast augmentation surgery. However, this is a case to case basis, especially for those who have preexisting health conditions that need to be controlled before the surgery. If you are concerned, you should speak with your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns. 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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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical clearance Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Every surgeon's office has their own protocol for this, so be sure to ask your surgeon. In my practice, we require labs and full medical clearance for all patients in order to ensure optimal patient safety prior to surgery. I also have a board-certified MD anesthesiologist administering anesthesia. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical clearance Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Every surgeon's office has their own protocol for this, so be sure to ask your surgeon. In my practice, we require labs and full medical clearance for all patients in order to ensure optimal patient safety prior to surgery. I also have a board-certified MD anesthesiologist administering anesthesia. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. FACS Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical clearance prior to breast augmentation surgery Not all of our patient require a medical clearance. Women who are young, in their 20s, and healthy do not require a medical clearance. We require medical clearance if you are taking blood pressure medication or have a medical condition that requires being controlled prior to surgery. I hope this helps.
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical clearance prior to breast augmentation surgery Not all of our patient require a medical clearance. Women who are young, in their 20s, and healthy do not require a medical clearance. We require medical clearance if you are taking blood pressure medication or have a medical condition that requires being controlled prior to surgery. I hope this helps.
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical Clearance and Breast Augmentation If you are healthy and do not have any medical problems then medical clearance will not really tell us anything because it will just demonstrate your good health. If however you have a medical history with some risk factors for anesthesia then we will have you see your primary care physician to make sure there are no medical reasons that would postpone or prohibit your surgery.
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March 10, 2018
Answer: Medical Clearance and Breast Augmentation If you are healthy and do not have any medical problems then medical clearance will not really tell us anything because it will just demonstrate your good health. If however you have a medical history with some risk factors for anesthesia then we will have you see your primary care physician to make sure there are no medical reasons that would postpone or prohibit your surgery.
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