How many tummy tucks on average does a board certified plastic surgeon perform each year?

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Lewis Albert Andres, MD · Answer

Hello!  Thank you for your question. The number of tummy tucks performed per year by a plastic surgeon will vary with geographic location as well as interest in performing such a body contouring procedure. Certainly researching a board certified plastic surgeon well-versed in abdominal contouring procedures is recommended. Consult with two or more surgeons who you are happy with their postoperative photographs and those who you, most importantly, feel comfortable and confident with. Use the opportunity to ask questions as well as visit with staff and investigate the accredited facilities they work out of.  Discuss the number of those procedures performed as well as your goals/expectations and agree on a proposed plan.  Hope that this helps!  Best wishes!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Some surgeons may perform up to 200 each year.  Find
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before and after pictures.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Robert J. Spies, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks for the question.  The answer to this question varies from surgeon to surgeon.  More experienced plastic surgeons perform more than younger surgeons in their early years.  I perform between 50 to 70 a year and have been a plastic surgeon for 28 years.  Experience is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a plastic surgeon.  Other factors include certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, friendly and helpful staff, use of state-certified surgical centers and bedside manner.  Hope this helps with your question.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

The average plastic surgeon who emphasizes aesthetic (cosmetic) surgery should have substantial experience with tummy tucks, often as part of a mommy makeover. I do about 50-75 per year, which is probably more than average. Experience is only one criterion for choosing a plastic surgeon however.

Shaun Parson, MD · Answer

Thanks so much for your question.  There are standardized numbers that are published by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.  This study gives the most up to date numbers for all of plastic surgery procedures performed in the U.S.  Go to the website will be able to find this information easily.  I personally perform 50-70/year.  Hope this helps.

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