So im planning a tummy tuck in 2017 i been doing some reasearch I've come across some people that end up w/ health issues after a tummy. Im very scared, and concern i will come across health issues after my tummy tuck. How can i prepared my self oh know if im healthy enogh for a tummy tuck? what im really asking what should i make sure my doctor checks before surgery ? what should i get my self check for? Thankyou so much doctors for time god bless.
September 22, 2015
Answer: What should I have my primary DR check me, before having a tummy tuck? I just want to make sure I'm healthy for a tummy tuck?? First of all, you need to be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon to see if you are a candidate for this procedure. During the consultation a medical history is taken and an examination is done. Based on you age, weight, height, BMI, co-morbidities (diabetes, high blood pressure, history of DVT's, etc.) medications your are taking and life style, your plastic surgeon can decide to seek clearance for surgery from your primary care physician and how to optimize your health prior to major surgery. Not all tummy tucks are the same and not all plastic surgeons perform the same "cookie cutter" tummy tuck. I do my surgeries in my accredited office surgery suite under intravenous sedation and tumescent anesthesia. We are able to achieve excellent results without general or epidural anesthesia. Get a few consultations with board certified plastic surgeons to be more familiar with this type of surgery. Good luck.
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September 22, 2015
Answer: What should I have my primary DR check me, before having a tummy tuck? I just want to make sure I'm healthy for a tummy tuck?? First of all, you need to be seen by a board certified plastic surgeon to see if you are a candidate for this procedure. During the consultation a medical history is taken and an examination is done. Based on you age, weight, height, BMI, co-morbidities (diabetes, high blood pressure, history of DVT's, etc.) medications your are taking and life style, your plastic surgeon can decide to seek clearance for surgery from your primary care physician and how to optimize your health prior to major surgery. Not all tummy tucks are the same and not all plastic surgeons perform the same "cookie cutter" tummy tuck. I do my surgeries in my accredited office surgery suite under intravenous sedation and tumescent anesthesia. We are able to achieve excellent results without general or epidural anesthesia. Get a few consultations with board certified plastic surgeons to be more familiar with this type of surgery. Good luck.
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September 21, 2015
Answer: Tummy tuck I appreciate your question.We require medical clearance from your primary doctor for your own safety.You primary doctor and plastic surgeon work together to get you through this sugary safely.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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September 21, 2015
Answer: Tummy tuck I appreciate your question.We require medical clearance from your primary doctor for your own safety.You primary doctor and plastic surgeon work together to get you through this sugary safely.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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