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FTM Transgender Chest Masculinization, I Made a Huge Mistake. Atlanta, GA
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I took 4 photos of chest masculinization...
callmesirAugust 29, 2015
$9,500
I took 4 photos of chest masculinization procedures performed on transmen with chests similar in shape and size as mine to my initial consultation with Dr. Morgan. After we discussed her performing top surgery on me, the last thing I asked her was if she was sure the procedure wasn't too specialized and if she was confident she could give me the results I was seeking. She asked me if I was confident I wanted a male-appearing chest, and when I said I did, she smiled and said that then she could help me.
The results speak for themselves. Dr. Morgan clearly does not have the knowledge, skill, or experience required to perform chest masculinization surgery. I accept full responsibility for having failed to do my due diligence and asking Dr. Morgan for photos of past surgeries, how many of these procedures she’d performed, etc. I know it’s a very specialized procedure and I should have known better. That said, Dr. Morgan should never have agreed to do the surgery. She had to know she did not have the experience necessary and exercised extremely poor judgement. I am suffering the repercussions of Dr. Morgan's irresponsible decision, and every day I am reminded of the horrible mistake I made in trusting her.
The results speak for themselves. Dr. Morgan clearly does not have the knowledge, skill, or experience required to perform chest masculinization surgery. I accept full responsibility for having failed to do my due diligence and asking Dr. Morgan for photos of past surgeries, how many of these procedures she’d performed, etc. I know it’s a very specialized procedure and I should have known better. That said, Dr. Morgan should never have agreed to do the surgery. She had to know she did not have the experience necessary and exercised extremely poor judgement. I am suffering the repercussions of Dr. Morgan's irresponsible decision, and every day I am reminded of the horrible mistake I made in trusting her.
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Replies (17)
September 6, 2015
Hey man I'm sorry your results didn't turn out as good as you wanted but there's still hope!! You can get a revision there's very good doctors that will help you! You should also check transbucket.com and check results from other guys. I'm having top surgery with dr Bartlett soon and his results are amazing he also does revisions. Based on the results I've see I would only go to either Bartlett or Medalie
January 13, 2016
Ah man I'm sorry to hear about your botched surgery. I know a couple of dudes that can help and they're on a show called botched! Sending positive vibes your way!
September 11, 2016
I actually applied for the show and in Aug. 2015 I was flown out to LA for a consult with Dr. Terry Dubrow. However, unlike Dr. Morgan, he admitted it was too specialized and didn't believe he'd be able to give me the results I wanted. But the first thing he said after examining me was, "Well, its definitely botched!"
Luckily, Dr. Daniel Medalie is very experienced in top surgery and revisions and was able to greatly improve the appearance of my chest
Luckily, Dr. Daniel Medalie is very experienced in top surgery and revisions and was able to greatly improve the appearance of my chest
March 12, 2016
Awe man, sorry you went through this. If you can get reconstruction, I highly suggest Dr. Esther Kim at ucsf in San Francisco. She can probably use far grafting to repair your chest. She is a micro surgeon, asst professor, and specializes in reconstruction after cancer. She did a great job on my chest. My incisions are pencil thin and my pecs are well defined and contoured. These surgeons that do not have the training need to stop jumping on the money train and butchering those in our community!
Welcome to the community, thank you for sharing your personal experience here on RealSelf -- I wish you well and hope that you find the support that you need here. Keep us posted on your next steps.