Is it necessary to have lab results done by a primary physician or can the test be done at labcorp/quest diagnostics ?

Question

I've been told even if you get lab results you need a primary care physician to clear you. Is that true? Just want to be prepared.

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Every surgeon have they'r own preop and post op protocol. Usually a regular blood test is asked and if needed, a medical clearance or extra tests are require. In all cases your safety is of utmost importance to us. You definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! Your clearances for surgery are dependent on your medical history and your surgeon will decide on what is needed in order for you to be cleared. You may just need labs drawn at a location such as lab Corp, but significant medical history may require that you be cleared by a physician. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon who can create a personalized plan for you. Best of luck!

Geuris Cruz Quiroz, MD · Answer

Thank you so much for sharing with us your question.
Every Surgeon has his own protocol. Some Surgeon needs a medical clearance, specialist evaluation etc. For patients with medical conditions or health issues. A blood test before surgery need to be done. 
Please share your question with your Plastic Surgeon in other to get the correct answer and follow his protocol.
Best of luck,
Dr. Quiroz!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

If PSs have a preference, they will specify the lab.  Otherwise, either the PCP's lab or labcorp/quest can be used to perform the labs requested by your PS.Most surgeons will do some blood work prior to surgery, but some surgeons do not.  It is always best to ask these questions of your chosen surgeon as recommendations may be different.
The surgeon you select should know everything about your past medical and surgical history and be able to make a determination about what labs should be ordered, the need for EKG, the need for medical clearance, the need for anticoagulation, the appropriateness of the surgical intervention based upon the risk factors and current physique, etc.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

We generally request medical clearance before any procedure done in general anesthesia. This is in particular important if surgeon did not have chance to see patient multiple times before surgery and hes no detailed knowledge about medical condition(s) that may jeopardize safety of surgery. You can do your labs in any lab but for medical clearance it is best to be done by your primary care physician (internist, family medicine) if you have one. If you do not have your PCP it is best to do it in medical office recommended by your friend, practice near you home or one recommended by surgery center staff. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Fisherdolloct3rd,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Some plastic surgeons demand clearance from patient's doctor, others don't. 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

Stephen M. Davis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for writing,This is all about being safe, having a great result and no intra-op or post-op complications. It is not about what is the easiest, fastest cheapest way to get this done. This is real surgery with a potential for real problems. The trick is to do everything possible to minimize the risks as much as possible. That means making sure you as a patient are heathy in every way so things go well. Find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can help. You understand your surgery and your outcomes. Good luckStephen M. Davis, MD, FACS
Certified: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member: American Society for Aesthetics Plastic Surgery
Member: American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member:RealSelf Hall of Fame

Daniel Del Vecchio, MD · Answer

This is purely at the discretion of the plastic surgeon. Some plastic surgeons require a full medical evaluation and clearance from the primary care physician. Other plastic surgeons will obtain the laboratory tests and perform their own clearance. Patients with medical problems are more likely to require full medical clearance and younger patients with no medical problems and no past medical history might simply require laboratory tests with evaluation by the plastic surgeon. I hope this helps. Best regards

Wendell Perry, MD · Answer

Cosmetic surgery is real surgery. If you are having a heart transplantation  or coronary artery bypass surgery you would not want the cheapest surgeon, you would want the best.  You also would want the best and real medical workup before surgery as opposed to taking shortcuts.Plastic surgery is just a serious as any other type of surgery. This is real general anesthesia not fake. You need to do the best medical workup with a clearance before surgery just like you would for any other surgery. Don't take this for granted. This is not makeup.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

in our practice young healthy people do not get any blood tests.  This seems to be common in areas like the Dominican republic and Mexico.  Of course if people have underlying medical conditions then work ups including laboratories may be done before surgery. If your plastic surgeon ordered pre-op labs then that's who should order them. This is how our office works. Since you have a doctor you're working with you should contact their office and ask what tests they request and if they do ask them to order the tests for you.  The primary care doctors responsibility if there's any in regards to your plastic surgery adventure should be getting medical clearance if it's indicated.  Medical clearance is not indicated for young healthy people having minor elective procedures.  Best, Mats Hagstrom MD

Is it necessary to have lab results done by a primary physician or can the test be done at labcorp/quest diagnostics ?

Answers (11)

More Brazilian Butt Lift Questions

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS

Answers (11)

More Brazilian Butt Lift Questions

What are the long term effects of a BBL on the gluteus muscles?

I have a big butt (A-shape) and somewhat wide hips, but how much can the width of my hip increase with BBL? (Photo)

I want to get a BBL. Is my dream body realistic? (Photo)

Will I get an hourglass shape from Lipo to the flanks?

May I use a heating pad to relive pain after a BBL surgery?

3 small basic questions regarding my 2 months post body contouring operation, I’d appreciate the help! Im very concerned

WE SEND PRETTY EMAILS

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS