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Getting Salamafied! - Aventura, FL

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I am having a MMO with additional lipo with Dr....

BiancaBianca
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I am having a MMO with additional lipo with Dr. Moises Salama in March. I've wanted this surgery for about 7 years and FINALLY got the balls to do it. I'm completely addicted to the stories I read on RS. Some really inspire me and others just plain scare me! Lol. I'm 35 w/ 2 of the most awesome kids on the planet, 18 & 11... Now that I've started paying for the procedure, my thoughts are everywhere. What do I bring? (I'm traveling for my surgery) How long will I have to stay out of town? Can I travel soon after? Should I go alone? What will I really feel like? The list goes on....

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Moises Salama, MD

Moises Salama, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.7 | 2553 Reviews
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October 14, 2013
Good luck on your journey - I'm scheduled for my sx on 12/18/14 w/ Dr. Salama. I'll be following.....
October 15, 2013
Awesome! What are you getting worked on?
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October 15, 2013
MMO
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October 15, 2013
Good luck! Dr. Salama and his partner Dr. Ghurani are awesome doctors. I can't wait to see your results.
October 15, 2013
Thank u! I go in March. Any suggestions on where to stay for recovery?
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October 15, 2013
This is the list that Nancy gave me: Lodging Information: Hampton Inn – (954) 874-1111- please mention Elite Plastic Surgery for Corporate discount Marbay Hotel - 800-279-1952 Courtyard Marriott – (305) 918-7448 Residence Inn – (786) 528-1001 Fairmont Turnberry Hotel – (305) 932-6200 Crown Plaza - (800) 992-2694 Ramada Inn Hollywood – (954) 927-3341 Hollywood Beach Resort - (954) 921-0990 Marco Polo – (305) 932-2233 Travelodge – (877) 784-6835 Newport Beach Hotel – (800) 327-5476 Hollywood Beachside Hotel & Suites – (866) 539-8117 Hollywood Beach Marriott – (866) 539-8117 La Playa de Varadero – (954) 224-4715 Website: www.Valgal.net - This website also has available studios for weekly rentals in Hollywood Beach. I'm will be staying at Hyatt House in Dania Beach
October 15, 2013
Thank u so much. They gave me a brochure for Serenity Recovery Spa which sounded great, but the number doesn't work! : ( It's all inclusive, massages, meals and caretakers around the clock.
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October 16, 2013
Is this the site: http://serenityrecoveryretreat.com/index.html
December 8, 2013
How long did u stay at the Serenity House?
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December 8, 2013
Your payment at Serenity includes up to 10 days but I left in 7-days to take care of some business with my career. I recommend staying the full 10 though. The flight home will not be pretty early on.
December 8, 2013
Thank u so much... My sis.wants.to come.too.but she's $100 extra.per.day. Please excuse all.the periods. New phone struggle. Lol
November 4, 2013
Good luck! Im seeing Salama for MMO too in Agust... will follow for sure :)
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December 8, 2013
You will not regret it...its painful, I won't lie, but that fades away within days...worth every penny!
December 8, 2013
Thank u so much. I've definitely followed u on your journey & I pray that I'm as optimistic as you've been. I've seen some horror stories that make me wonder.
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December 11, 2013
I agree. Don't let anyone tell you the recovery isn't tough & very painful (especially if you do the whole enchilada like I did). It was very painful but it achieved for me things that no amount of weight loss or exercise could have accomplished. It was worth it. I'd do it again in a heart beat.
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December 11, 2013
Don't hesitate to message me with questions. I did it all...breast lift, implants, full tummy tuck, lipo (flanks, inner thighs, outter thighs, tops of thighs, hips). I'm 32 & my kids are 14, 12 & 6. I'm excited for you!
UPDATED FROM BiancaBianca
2 months pre

Am I the only one? !?

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Who has creepy thoughts about the surgery? Like maybe you won't wake up after surgery or you won't get the results you've fantasized about... The closer I get, the more weird my dreams and thoughts become... I know it's just nerves just hope I'm not the only one!

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January 22, 2014
I've had very weird dreams at night ! Dreams where I have black stitches all up and down my legs, dreams where I wake up and everyone says I look great but my body is exactly the same and no one will listen when I say that nothing was done. And I've had all of those creepy, awake thoughts, too.
January 22, 2014
Yesssss. I had a dream I was laying on the surgery table with no one there after surgery. Completely naked and all alone. Looked like I was dead!!! Freaky. I hope they calm down. My nerves are all over the place!!!
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January 23, 2014
Can't wait to see your results!!!
January 23, 2014
Thank u ma!
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January 26, 2014
I had crazy dreams before my surgery, too. It's funny how your mind will do that to you. I am recovering from my MMO. Take a look at my posts, maybe that will help. I too got caught up reading the RS stories and freaked myself out. Most of the stories are wonderful, but some did scare me, especially when I was days away from surgery. I had to make myself stop reading the stories so I wouldn't freak myself out. I'm sure you will do great. Good luck!
January 26, 2014
Thank u so much. I will definitely check out your profile. When did u have your MMO? I hope your recovery isn't as bad as the dreams! # happy healing
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January 26, 2014
I'm 5 days post op. My recovery has been great so far.
January 26, 2014
What necessities and essentials should I bring with me? I'm traveling for my MMO.
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January 26, 2014
Send me a private message and we can communicate easier that way
March 6, 2014
How's it going?
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February 1, 2014
I'm scheduled for sx 2-21-14 I'm traveling to Dominican Republic for my procedures, which r BBL, TT & Lipo, possibly BR but that depends how I do after those doc will measure HB level again to see if its safe to proceed.. I've had the bizzare scary dreams, I've felt guilt many emotions at once.. but u know what God will be there w us 100% right now I'm fearing the pain afterwards!.... Praying for u sis, thanks for sharing, gonna follow ur journey, we r here to help each other, welcome to the community!!
UPDATED FROM BiancaBianca
1 month pre

UGH!

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I am absolutely pissed off about how much all these pre-order tests cost! I opted not to sign up for medical insurance through my company last year and I'm being penalized for it! All the pre-op tests are going to run me over $500. I understand having to pay BUT damn it's so expensive! Anyone else not insured and paying EVERYTHING out of pocket? Any tips?

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February 19, 2014
I am freaking out too! My doctor says it is normal. Sometimes it consumes me. I did have a great dream that I woke up and was so happy with the results!
February 19, 2014
Yes. I know it's nerves! :) The closer I get the more I experience these ups and downs. Overall I'm excited and I can't wait for it to be over... Just trying to get everything I need to travel...