Three weeks post tummy tuck and brachioplasty

Hi Cindy. Just checking in to see how you are doing. Your pics look great, especially your tummy tuck. Are your arms doing better? They looked pretty swollen and painful. I'm saving your journey, seriously thinking of using your doctor for the same two procedures. Would love to hear how you are doing and see updated pics. Thanks!

You look amazing. What a dramatic difference in your abdomen. We have similar body types as I have lost a lot of weight aswell. How much weight did you lose post tummy tuck?

WOW....just amazing!

How much did this cost if you dont mind me asking. How much down. It looks great.

That I would like to know too

Hi! Create a surgery IG page to share your journey and ask all your Qusrions there. There are many Dr. G dolls that that are sharing their experience with th doc and JM RH.

Good luck. Please come back and share your experience. I want to have the same surgeries and am still checking out doctor's. Thanks for sharing.

Warning: Long story....but I have some tips. I'm 10 days post-op and I am feeling pretty good. I went shopping by myself at the mall yesterday for 4 hours), that's how good. Anyway, Dr. Jean Paul Giudicelli Saba (the son) performed brachioplasty, tummy tuck and lipo on 4/22/19. I am really impressed with the results so far and I still have swelling and bruising (which is to be expected). First, Dr G is genuinely nice (not fake) and always smiling. He remembers you, your requests and looks you in the eye - he explains what miracles he can and cannot perform. He even remembers your family members and inquires about your well being. His surgical skills are excellent (no deaths) not to mention how very very thin my scars will be (definitely can wear a bikini if I want to). My daughter (who did all the research for my surgery - narrowing down the doctors to 4) was so impressed she has changed her mind and decided to go to him for her surgery next year. Now for the post-op experience: Pay for a nurse - even if you have a companion. I've heard the experience is much more attentive and proactive. I didn't because i had my daughter with me....now I wish I would have. Pain - I have had access to prescription for 100 mg. tramadol for various ailments over the past few years - although I don't use it often it is very clear I require a little stronger pain medicine than what they use in the DR. They do not use morphine, vicodin, strong narcotics etc. for pain in the DR. They do not want to create addicts, like we have in the US. Anyway, the stuff they used in the hospital/clinic didn't help much (a shot every 12 hours described by google for "mild to moderate pain"). Dr. G said he would prescribe a "stronger" pain medicine for me to take to the recovery house - it was 25 mg. of Tramadol. :) So, I'd suggest if you need stronger meds like me, get that from your personal physician before you come. They will give you a list of "approved" pain meds to bring (in their original prescribed bottles). Or, discuss with your anesthesiologist the "pain ball" which stays in an IV in your hand for 4 days (I didn't have knowledge of this until later, but another woman at the RH had one and said she had no pain.) Either way, be open with your doctor and let them know what you are taking and how often - they will have the nurses administer to you. After day 4-5, 2 extra strength tylenol was enough. Regarding items to bring: The tank tops should be soft (not ribbed) because they go next to your skin between a very tight faja - also make sure they are relatively tight fitting on your body and do not go past your pubic bone so they don't bunch up (you can cut them to be shorter). The maxi pads are for padding around areas of irritation or friction of your faja. If you have access to thick cotton surgical padding - you can cut it to be exact for your needs (because the strip on the pads can cause sweating). If not, I'd suggest thicker pads because they will flatten out. The faja and bandages around your armpits really need this cushion. Baby wipes, bring a large one with at least 100 you use them to bathe yourself. Protein bars for supplementing your diet to heal faster. Loose stretchy dresses that are at least knee length. I brought several pairs of pjs - wore them around the RH. Regarding the RH - I stayed at the one included in the quote from Dr. G (JM Recovery/Spa). They are extremely friendly and secure. They have a guard at the door until they lock up at 9 pm. This is because we all tend to travel with quite a bit of money and are in a vulnerable state. It gives peace of mind. Your team consists of a cook, a nurse, a physical therapist, a driver and a manager/owner for overall supervision. You can use "whatsapp" to summon people to your room if you need help. Room air conditioners are great/remote. My room was a little noisy because a school/playground and a barking dog - but many are not on that side of the house. You can eat your meals in your room or downstairs in the main dining room (which is not air conditioned). There's definitely some camaraderie and surgery stories to share with others and it breaks up the day and provides some company, especially if you don't have a companion with you. The food is pretty good. You get to place an order for your breakfast - so whatever you want. They will modify lunch or dinner to your taste - for example - I don't eat rice or fish so they substituted veggies and shrimp. The fruit is really delicious here. The only thing that is slightly disappointing is there is no outside sitting area. Granted I wouldn't use it for very long - since it can be very hot and humid but early morning would be a great time for a nice coffee outside. I'm sure I'll come up with some more tips....in summary, I'd highly recommend Dr. Jean Paul Giudicelli Saba and JM Recovery/Spa.