90 min for a fleur de lis? (Photo)

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I was scheduled for a fleur de Lis. My chart said it would take about 4 hours but my doctor did it in 90 min. I was scheduled at 5pm, but he was so busy I wasn’t called back until 10pm. I feared a tired overworked surgeon would cut me up so late . Now I’m botched . Does this sound normal for a plastic surgeon to be working on patients so late ?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Dynamic811770,
 I understand your concern. Not every surgery is the same, some surgeries last longer, and others will be finished earlier. Also, the surgeon's skill level is another important factor. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

Surgeons are individuals and all have different levels of comfort regarding how many hours they may want or choose to work in a day. I personally would not want to start an elective surgery at 10 PM but I do know other surgeons who feel perfectly happy working very long hours. Regarding your outcome, it is not possible to assess this in the absence of preoperative photographs, but I wouldn't consider this as "botched."

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear you felt rushed during your surgery.  Your medical records will have accurate start and stop times for your surgery.  Based on your photos it appears you would  benefit from a revision to improve your results.  Further skin excision can be done as well as scar revision.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Results from your fleur de lis as well as your breasts are quite poor and you will need a revision of both.  I would not start an elective case at 10pm.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You actually have a very good result. It is not surprising that there is still some loose skin on the hips. I don’t think the time consideration was a factor at all

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