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A Life-Changing Experience: From Surfboard to Boobylicious! - Thailand, TH

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I made the decision to go to Thailand for a breast...

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calligraham
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I made the decision to go to Thailand for a breast augmentation and rhinoplasty when two of my close friends came back incredibly happy with their surgeries. In 2013 contacted a few medical tourism companies, as well as one of Bangkok's hospitals direct. I finally made the decision to book through Medi Makeovers, as their consultant Kim Pitkin replied to my emails quickly and provided me with all the information I needed. I received a full quote from Dr Chatpong in Bangkok within a couple of days. Kim also followed up with me numerous times over the course of about 8 months to see if I was ready to go ahead with the surgery, and I appreciated that. In June 2014 I paid my deposit for the August escorted group tour, as I was travelling alone and wanted to meet other people going through the same experience. From start to finish my time in Bangkok was incredible. I was collected from the airport in a private van and escorted to a serviced apartment at Bangpakok 9 International Hospital. The facilities were very modern and I had a beautiful view of the city from my 9th floor. The hospital was pristine and I felt like I was home in Australia. My private ward had an en-suite bathroom, television, fridge, couch, and desk. I had never stayed in hospital before, or even had surgery, but I felt completely confident after meeting my doctor, Dr Chatpong, and witnessing his knowledge and professionalism. All of the hospital staff were incredibly kind and made me feel very welcome. After the surgery I was in a lot of discomfort, but I had nurses checking on me regularly, and they attended to me quickly whenever I called. There was a Starbucks in the lobby and the staff brought me coffee and pastries when I asked. I loved being in hospital for the three nights, as myself and two of the other girls spent time together and bonded while we recovered from surgery. I'm glad I had 24 hour access to nurses while I was there as it was very difficult to sleep, eat, get up, and move around in the first few days following the breast augmentation. I then checked into the Grand Centrepointe Ratchadamri with the escorted tour, which was by far the nicest hotel I've ever stayed in. The hotel room had 41st floor views of the city, and boasted the facilities of a serviced apartment with 24 hour room service. Each morning we enjoyed an included breakfast and our tour guides took us out to see Bangkok. I visited a number of amazing shopping centres which were just like the Westfield malls in Australia. We also had some included group dinners at great places around Bangkok. There were numerous massage parlours near the hotel so I booked in for a foot or neck massage almost daily for around $10 each time. I will definitely be heading back to Bangkok through Medi Makeovers next time I want dental work done. In 30 years they may have me back for a bit of botox and a face lift. I was incredibly impressed with the service, knowledge, and carefully chosen hospitals, surgeons, and hotel. Dr Chatpong did an amazing job and I have received nothing but compliments since I've returned to Australia. Five weeks on, I'm healing nicely with no complications and my breasts and nose are looking and feeling more natural as swelling resides. My bust has gone from a 34A to a 32DD. People have even noticed that my confidence and happiness levels are through the roof. I have decided to train for a fitness modelling competition, because I finally love what I see in the mirror! I would and have recommend Medi Makeovers to anyone wanting a 5 star medical experience overseas, with a wonderful holiday at the same time. Make the decision to invest in this for yourself, you won't regret it!!

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Dr Chatpong was incredible. He has over 20 years of experience, has trained internationally, and specialises in reconstructive plastic surgery. He knew exactly what I wanted from the consultation we had, and confidently explained the process in fluent English that he would take to provide the results I was after. Both procedures, rhinoplasty and breast augmentation, were a great success. He even grafted a piece of skin from the bridge of my nose to the tip! My breasts and nose look incredibly natural post-op and my friends cannot believe how subtle the improvements are. If you didn't know me, you would never guess.

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September 20, 2014
I love the title of your review! You look great in all your pictures...your nose too! Congratulations! Here is a forum of women who have gotten or are awaiting their BAs in Thailand this year. Feel free to chime in!
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September 28, 2014
Great results you look wonderful
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March 25, 2015
Thankyou!
March 24, 2015
Had a facelift with Dr Chatpong last year and he did a great job, very subtle and scars all healing well and very discreetly hidden . Great to hear you're pleased with your results and you're looking amazing. I'm going back to Bangkok for a BA in May this year but for some reason , because of a slight communication break down I'm booked in with Dr Pornthep instead of Dr Chatpong, hopefully he's just as good . Bangpakok9 hospital is amazing though and I love the fact that you've got the option of staying in the Residence area of the hospital to recuperate, very cheap accommodation :)
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March 25, 2015
Agreed!! Good luck with your next op! No doubt you will have yet another fantastic experience like I did :)
March 25, 2015
Thanks
March 25, 2015
Hi there so glad I read your story I am travelling to Bangkok in May I'm going through cosmeditours and my surgery is at Samitivej hospital I am having BA and rhinoplasty I wanted to ask you did you have both surgeries at the same time ? And how was the recovery? I having my consult at 8am them both procedures done at 10am together I'm a little nervous about the pain after how was your recovery ?
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March 25, 2015
Hey there, yes they were done in one operation. My doctor completed the breast augmentation first as it was quite straight forward for him (under the muscle, no lift required), and then he worked on my nose which was a more complex job. I went into the operating room just before 7pm and I woke up around 8.45pm from surgery. The recovery wasn't painful as much as it was uncomfortable. When you wake up, you are numb, but it was difficult to breathe as due to the rhinoplasty they had a tube down my throat. After 24 hours they took me off the morpheine and thats when the pain started to kick in. They give you painkillers, as well as anti inflammatories and anxiety tablets (valium) to help you sleep. Within 3 days when I checked out the pain had subsided and we were out shopping and getting massages. The hardest part is sleeping, just prop up your back with pillows and then place pillows under your knees so they are bent to help you stay stable (as you must sleep as vertically as possible to allow natural healing).
February 11, 2016
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