How safe is a tummy tuck for a 68 year old woman?

Thank you for your question! It is possible to have a tummy tuck at the age of 68, with your underlying medical history. However, you will need to be cleared by your primary care physician and any other overseeing physicians prior to surgery. I recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Your general health, rather than age, is a bigger factor when considering suitability for a tummy tuck. Please speak to your primary physician first to see if a tummy tuck would be safe for you. With their clearance, you can then consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. 

Your age by itself will not prevent you from having the surgery.  Your medical health will be the key factor in making the determination for your fitness for the surgery. If your blood pressure and diabetes are controlled and your neuro or orthopedic surgeon who performed your back surgery will clear you, you should be a good candidate as your BMI is under 30. Consult with a board certified PS via Skype or in-office to discuss your goals and candidacy.

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your weight loss!  I typically will continue to do this particular surgery as long as you are medically cleared for the surgery.  This may also encourage some doctor's to do this particular case in a hospital setting with an overnight stay vs an ambulatory center.  Each surgeon will have their own protocol they wish to follow.  Best of luck to you.  

Congratulations on your impressive weight loss! Your age alone would not preclude you from having a tummy tuck.  You will want to be i good overall health with your diabetes and blood pressure under good control.  I encourage you to discuss your desire for a tummy tuck with your PCP.  Some additional pre operative tests may be required to ensure you are a good candidate for surgery.