I am considering getting a Tummy Tuck this year from a doctor that is located 2.5 hours away. My question is how many follow-up appointments are necessary after a tummy tuck, and at what frequency? Is it possible to consult over video chat like skype? How do you handle out of town patients?
Answer: Out of town patients It's safer for you to be as close as possible to your surgeon. If your recovery is normal and you don't experience any complications, you may only need to see your surgeon 5-8 times in the first year after your surgery, with higher frequency in the days and weeks right after. If you have a complication, you'll need to see your surgeon several more times and it will be better and safer to be closer. Your surgeon is ideally the most suitable person to address any complications you experience. In addition, sitting for a long time right after surgery increases the risk of complications, so you'll need to stay at least overnight nearby.
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Answer: Out of town patients It's safer for you to be as close as possible to your surgeon. If your recovery is normal and you don't experience any complications, you may only need to see your surgeon 5-8 times in the first year after your surgery, with higher frequency in the days and weeks right after. If you have a complication, you'll need to see your surgeon several more times and it will be better and safer to be closer. Your surgeon is ideally the most suitable person to address any complications you experience. In addition, sitting for a long time right after surgery increases the risk of complications, so you'll need to stay at least overnight nearby.
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December 29, 2013
Answer: Tummy tuck out of the area We want all out of town patients to stay in our facility with overnight care with at least two nurses providing round the clock care, You will be seen before being released the next morning and again in about 3 days, unless you have concerns and will need be seen sooner,
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December 29, 2013
Answer: Tummy tuck out of the area We want all out of town patients to stay in our facility with overnight care with at least two nurses providing round the clock care, You will be seen before being released the next morning and again in about 3 days, unless you have concerns and will need be seen sooner,
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