Is it safe to have a panniculectomy done weighing 293....had weight loss surgery in 2012

Hi Lucyfurr666, Thank you for your question regarding what causes you to qualify or what the requirements are for a panniculectomy. A consultation would be mandatory before any surgery could be suggested. Typically, you must fulfill the following requirements for your insurance provider to...

I see your concerns. You need work on your mons. Typically we do not do address the mons at the time of panniculectomy.  You have many options for the mons at this time including liposuction and elevation. Centering the umbilicus is a larger challenge may require another incision around your ...

Thank you for your question regarding whether a panniculectomy will require you to have a C-section in future pregnancies. The short answer is no, a panniculectomy does not automatically mean you’ll need to have a C-section if you become pregnant again. A panniculectomy is a procedure that r...

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your weight loss!  These two procedures can be performed together, and often after 100 pounds of weight loss your insurance will cover removal of the apron of lower abdominal skin.  Best to see an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon...

Thank you for your question regarding whether there is a body sling or device to help lift and support an abdominal pannus. While there isn’t a specific body sling designed for this, there are a few non-surgical options that may provide some relief: Abdominal Binders: Wide elastic bands that w...