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32 Y/o. BBL, 2nd TT. Dr. Salzhauer Aka Dr. Miami - Miami, FL

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I recently flew into FL to have my procedures done...

msladypimp
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I recently flew into FL to have my procedures done by Dr. Miami. I had my appt scheduled a year in advance. I used the recommended recovery home, Elite Nursing Concierge. Overall, my interactions with both the recovery home and the dr.s office were very good. His staff was very attentive. Mary's ladies took very good care of me. I don't have very many complaints. PROs - the doctor gave me real expectations as far as my results. I'm only 2 wks post op right now however I look exactly how I expected I would based on my weight and wish photos and his comments. - the post op nurse has been checking In with me often and reminding me of things I've forgotten or otherwise did not know. - the procedure was affordable in comparison to other surgeons performing this; even including travel and recovery home costs. - Mary and her staff; can't say enough nice things about them. I had a very hard time in recovery and they were very accommodating and understanding. - the Dr. Was very down to earth and answered all of my questions. CONs - it was very hard to get in contact with his office before my surgery date. They have a lot of clientele so if you're looking for a more personalized experience from start to finish, this may not be the clinic for you. - I absolutely loved the recovery home with the exception of the recliner. It was older and very stiff. I understand they probably need to get what they can afford but considering the patients they are dealing with (majority need to be in the recliners 24/7) they may want to invest in some more comfortable ones. It could also be a matter of the bodily fluids and stuff getting on their furniture- that was really my only issue with the recovery home. It's very possible this is the same type of furniture you'll be in at any other place as well. - I think because the doc has such a high clientele, he doesn't like to write additional prescriptions for pain meds. The one you get pre-op is literally only good for 3 days if you take them as prescribed. Any time I brought up pain medication it was like the elephant in the room or no one wanted to hear it. He did not give me additional Rx when I left either even though I was visibly in a lot of pain. They did give me sleep and anxiety meds but those have not been effective as the pain has outweighed the strength of both meds. The reason I elected that I'm not sure if it was worth it is because I've had such a difficult recovery; mostly due to the pain. My pain has not been below a 6 since I got home. I've had BA & TT 5 years ago and the recovery was nothing like this. The post op was horrific; I was very sick and could not eat for an entire week. From what I'm told, most girls didn't recover as bad as I did. But I think it's important for everyone to know it is possible to have a much slower recovery than others. I was mildly active prior to surgery and in good health. So I don't think it was a matter of my health standing. This experience so far though has been bad because I've been in a lot of pain. My last surgeon was much more concerned with my 'sensitivity to surgery' as he explained it; so he helped me with pain management between meds and physical therapy. This time I just feel like there's so many clients, the doc can't risk giving out so many Rx's. He didn't seem like he didn't care I just think it's a matter of his clientele volume. I understand but it's making it a terrible recovery for me.

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Michael Salzhauer, MD

Michael Salzhauer, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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May 25, 2016

Thanks for sharing your experience! Do you have any photos to share? Our community especially loves seeing photos from before, during, and after — a realistic look at what they can expect. Photos grab the attention of the community and encourage more support for you, too.

May 25, 2016
Oh no! I'm so sorry ur having a hard recovery! I will be seeing him next year, so this is such good info. I don't tolerate pain well without meds. So I will be certain to bring my own. Do u have any photos you can share???? I would love to see ur results ;)
May 25, 2016
Yes! Be sure to bring your own pain meds and expect to be in pain up to 6 weeks. I have a good friend who did the same exact surgery as me and she did better than I did. She is still in pain 6 wks post op. I will post pictures shortly.
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May 26, 2016
I went to Dr. Miami in January for lipo and BBL. I completely agree that he and his staff are overwhelmed with clients. There are times when the phones aren't answered and immediate assistance is not provided. I also used Elite Nursing RH. Majority of the staff were great. The reclining chair in what they would consider the master bedroom worked well for me. However, I left early because I felt like I needed more individualized care. Praying your pain subsides and your results are phenomenal.
May 26, 2016
Yeah I wasn't in the master suite but my recliner was pretty old and kind of cheap. Def not a lay-z-boy. I left early as well but it was more a matter of discomfort; I missed my children and husband. I felt like at that point I had gotten far enough health wise for my husband to take care of me.

Thank you for the well wishes, I think once this lower back swelling really starts to subside things will be different. Good to know I wasn't the only one experiencing the same things with his office.
May 28, 2016
How were you able to set appointment? I have the deposit and have been calling and messaging but have not had a call back
June 1, 2016
Hi can you share some pictures now that you are a few weeks post. I'm getting mine done in July and I'm so nervous since this will be my second tt he will be fixing what a previous doctor did.
June 1, 2016
I'm waiting for my swelling to go down. I might post some this weekend
June 2, 2016
Please thank you! How did you sleep on your side?
June 2, 2016
I had to sleep on my back the first two weeks. After that I transitioned to my side, propped up on pillows and my boppy up under my hip. It's still painful. I have to transition sides every hour or so- the pAin will wake you up out of your sleep
June 2, 2016
Omg! Thank you for sharing.
UPDATED FROM msladypimp
16 days post

*update* before and after photos added

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May 25, 2016
Looks nice I think salzhauer does great work
May 26, 2016
He does awesome work and has very good bedside manner. He's just a very busy man with a high clientele so the experience can only be so 'personal' as his time is limited.
May 25, 2016
How old are you?
May 26, 2016
32
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May 26, 2016
Great results.
May 26, 2016
Thank you :)
May 26, 2016

Thanks for adding these!  Please keep us posted on the rest of your healing.

May 28, 2016
How were you able to set appointment? I have the deposit and have been calling and messaging but have not had a call back
May 28, 2016
I called and when they answered I just told them I was ready to make my appointment with deposit. It's difficult to get someone on the phone though nowadays due to his popularity.
May 28, 2016
Do you have an email that maybe I can try? :( I'm getting really frustrated. I just want to book it :(
May 29, 2016

monica@balharbor.com

May 29, 2016
Thank you!
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1 month post

6 weeks post op

msladypimp
Still in considerable amount of pain. I'm standing up straight now but I have bad stinging on my sides. It also feels like my muscles on the sides are tearing if I hyper-extend or put myself in a different position. My lower back still has swelling as well as my sides and stomach. It gets worse if I sit down to long or lay on my back at all. Some days its bearable, other days I have to take actual pain meds. I don't have any left from my regular doctor. I have been using other alternate methods (ice packs, warm packs, still using spanx, physical therapy) but it has been a struggle. I really hope I start to feel normal soon. It's making me kind of depressed- I'm not even that happy even though my results are good because I'm always in pain.

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June 21, 2016
Oh no! I'm so sorry ur feeling that way! Just know that you will come out of this stronger and that the pain won't last forever. It can be so frustrating when all we want is to feel better, and our body is healing slower than our mind thinks it should. I hope you feel better soon doll!! ;)
June 21, 2016
Thanks lady, I appreciate your kind words :)
June 21, 2016

TT recovery is seriously rough, let alone TT/BBL- hang in there.  It is temporary and it will get better- keep the long game in mind.  Virtual hugs.

June 21, 2016
I know, just seems like my journey has been tougher than others. I'm trying to stay positive. Thanks lady :)
June 22, 2016

Maybe you should call your doctor to discuss the pain?  

June 22, 2016
I have. The surgeons nurses just tell me over and over the pain is normal. My regular doctor just refers me to the surgeon.
June 23, 2016

Thanks for explaining.  I hope your pain gets better soon.

July 6, 2016
Did you have to have a blood transfusion?
December 4, 2016
No. But one girl
In the recovery house did, she was borderline at max weight
December 4, 2016
Hey lady!! I just wanted to check in and see how u are feeling these days?? Hope u are doing much better!! Keep me posted ;)
December 4, 2016
Hi! Thanks for asking. I do feel better now. I think I started to feel better and sleep normal 100% by mid to late August. So about 3 1/2 to 4 mos. was my recovery time to get lose to 100%. I still had random phantom pains and it would hurt if the skin was stretched at the ends of my incisions, but over all I was better by then. I like my result but I definitely would not do that surgery again!
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March 2, 2017
Hope you are feeling even better than your last post Doll! I'm getting a TT and BBL with Dr. Salzhauer this year... The pics I've seen so far off u look awesome! Would love to see more recent pics. Take care