I'd like to get a tummy tuck. What would my A1C level have to be? I am diabetic

Thank you for the question.Well controlled diabetes is not a contraindication to tummy tuck surgery and/or other elective plastic surgical procedures. Always best to check with your primary care physician or endocrinologist for “medical clearance” prior to surgery. Managing your diabetic medications around the time of surgery (to avoid hypo as well as hyperglycemia), while you will have altered oral intake, will be important. You may find the attached link, dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns, helpful to you.Best wishes.

Thank you for the question. I require my patients to have their glucose < 110 and HbA1C levels < 6. This decreases the risk of infection and post operative healing complications. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon who performs a high volume of these procedures. Good Luck!