Can you get a tummy tuck with a BMI of 37? (Photo)

I think at some point, come in and visit with a board certified plastic surgeon! Let's see what is causing your contours and higher BMI. For some patients, surgery such as a tummy tuck kickstarts a lifestyle change even more dramatically than weight loss surgery. Our office is happy to see you! Just give us a call 847-853-9900.

With a BMI of 37, you are at a high risk for deep vein thrombosis, pneumonia and pulmonary embolism. It is possible that you may benefit from consult with a bariatric medical physician, begin a low fat diet and core exercises such as sit-ups, planks and pilates and wear an abdominal binder. An alternative would be liposuction to help with the weight loss. 10 lbs can be safely removed at one session and repeated if necessary.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Thank you for your photo and good job on losing the weight. Each surgeon will have their own protocol they wish for you to follow in regards to BMI and surgery. Typically as long as the patient is medically cleared it shouldn't be a problem, although it may be a reason your surgeon chooses to operate on you in a hospital vs an ambulatory center. I would suggest speaking with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to evaluate you and discuss your options. Best of luck to you.