What should the patient discuss during an initial consult and what exactly is discussed during the pre-op appointment? Is the pre-op appointment the time where you and the surgeon discuss the specifics of what you are looking for from the surgery and what the game plan is for surgery day? Is talking about all of that a waste at an initial consultation? Sometimes when I go for a consultation, I don't feel that there is enough time to get my thoughts across as to what I am looking for.
March 5, 2020
Answer: Liposuction Question Dear Dan8595,That is a great question. I can only give you background in how things work in my office. Consultation involves a history, physical assessment, review of before and afters, answering general surgical questions, and receiving a quote. A pre-operative consultation is much more detailed. The patient has placed a deposit for surgery and has a surgical date. Their medical clearance is reviewed, the surgical plan is reviewed in detail, prescriptions are given, and any other questions are answered. Hope this helps,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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March 5, 2020
Answer: Liposuction Question Dear Dan8595,That is a great question. I can only give you background in how things work in my office. Consultation involves a history, physical assessment, review of before and afters, answering general surgical questions, and receiving a quote. A pre-operative consultation is much more detailed. The patient has placed a deposit for surgery and has a surgical date. Their medical clearance is reviewed, the surgical plan is reviewed in detail, prescriptions are given, and any other questions are answered. Hope this helps,Nirmal R. Nathan, M.D.
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March 13, 2020
Answer: Consultation vs Pre-Op visit I think this is a great question. I believe the consultation is an opportunity for the patient and surgeon to meet, get to know a little about each other and decide if this relationship is a good fit. I am a big believer in “gut feelings “. This is the time to honestly discuss your medical and surgical history. Ask about the options for your desired results. Does the surgeon listen to you? Are you comfortable with the responses to your questions? Does the surgeon explain what can and cannot be performed? It is also an opportunity for the surgeon to decide if he wants to accept you as a patient. What are your expectations? Are they unrealistic? Will you follow post operative instructions? Do you understand the potential complications? Did the surgeon explain them clearly? I always examine patients during this visit, but rarely take photos. This I reserve for the pre-op visit.
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March 13, 2020
Answer: Consultation vs Pre-Op visit I think this is a great question. I believe the consultation is an opportunity for the patient and surgeon to meet, get to know a little about each other and decide if this relationship is a good fit. I am a big believer in “gut feelings “. This is the time to honestly discuss your medical and surgical history. Ask about the options for your desired results. Does the surgeon listen to you? Are you comfortable with the responses to your questions? Does the surgeon explain what can and cannot be performed? It is also an opportunity for the surgeon to decide if he wants to accept you as a patient. What are your expectations? Are they unrealistic? Will you follow post operative instructions? Do you understand the potential complications? Did the surgeon explain them clearly? I always examine patients during this visit, but rarely take photos. This I reserve for the pre-op visit.
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