How Many Times Should Your Surgeon Want to See You Before Your Breast Reduction?

Each surgeon will have his/her own way of doing things. For my practice, I see the patient at least twice and actually three times if you count prior to surgery. After the initial consultation, I see the patient for a pre-operative visit where I do a physical exam, take  pre-operative photos, review how the surgery is to be done and answer any questions the patient may have. And then I see the patient again prior to surgery as does the anesthesiologist. Be sure you feel comfortable with your surgeon before proceeding and all your questions have been answered. Good luck

Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.

In regards to your question regarding preoperative visits, this will vary from one practice to another. In my practice, there are at least 2 visits before proceeding. If at all possible, I also like to meet with the patient the day before surgery for preoperative markings. Of course, the patient and I meet again the morning of surgery to address any residual questions/concerns.

 Remember that this is elective surgery; make sure you feel comfortable before proceeding.

 Best wishes.

-You have an interesting question, and I suppose it may differ from surgeon to surgeon.

-I meet with all breast reduction patients, and all cosmetic surgery patients, at least twice before their operation.  The first time is the initial consultation, and then once again at a preoperative visit to go over consents, answer any final questions, examine the patient again prior to the operation, and review their medical history to make sure that nothing has changed.

-If you would like to meet with your surgeon again prior to your operation, I would recommend calling his/her office and requesting another visit.

-Best of luck to you!