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Horrible Experience and Results - Be Careful Choosing Surgeon!!!

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In 2008 I lost a child when I was 28 weeks...

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In 2008 I lost a child when I was 28 weeks pregnant. I had to have a c-section - my third. I developed a massive hematoma and the incision split open and became infected. My stomach never went back to normal and it was a daily reminder of my loss. In 2011, I had to get a hysterectomy and decided it would be a good opportunity to repair my stomach and touch up some other areas. Two years later, I have had 6 revisions and horrible results that will need more revisions/reconstruction.

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Al Cohn, MD

Al Cohn, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (6)

July 15, 2013
I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. :(. Can't imagine. Was your original doc a registered Board of plastic surgeon? So sorry sweetie for all the negative experiences. God Bless
July 15, 2013
Yes, he is registered and his education and training were impressive. This has been a nightmare for me and my family. I am going to post pictures, so people can see what can happen.
July 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss and then to deal with all these other problems.
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October 29, 2014
I am very very sorry for everything you've been through. I also had a bad experience with surgery so I have some idea of how difficult that part of it can be. I hope you're doing ok and that you can find happiness in spite of everything that has happened.
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February 21, 2016
Hi - don't know if you're still active on this site but I just want to thank you for your honest review. I'm so sorry that you're going through this--I've been there and know how frustrating it is to deal with a ps who stares you in the face and says they don't see anything wrong and proceeds with more babble about how every person's body is different and there are no guarantees in the results after surgery. They don't see anything wrong when it's their sloppy work, but when you went in for that consultation they sure did see many things that needed work.

Anyway, I do hope you found an ethical surgeon who, while not admitting to doing a bad job, will at least acknowledge that the results need more work.

Blessings...
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February 21, 2016
P.S. - I really do appreciate you posting your review because I was going to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cohn to have some significant work done. Thanks to you, I will mark him off my list.
UPDATED FROM kd1726
2 years post

Final Revision - June 2013

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The initial procedure included an abdominoplasty, breast enhancement, and liposuction. I have had 6 revisions over two years because of errors due to inexperience and poor technique. He did not take notes and I had to remind him about what had previously been done. The last revision in June was liposuction to my buttocks because of assymetry and to tranfer fat to my legs because of a previous error. He liposuctioned my buttocks and transfered the fat in an hour. I was left with horrible bruises and pain. No one called to check after the procedure. He completely missed the area he marked. My husband spoke with him and was told that the fat would move and fill in the dent....ok. I am now left with many uneven scars, uneven breasts, my buttocks is uneven and on my right side you can see the bone and it hurts to sit. There is a crease and a huge dent in my pants. My kids ask what happened and why I have so many cuts. I have spent a small fortune and left deformed. I started out at 148lbs and in pretty good shape. Be very careful in choosing a surgeon.

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July 15, 2013
Thank you for sharing people need to be informed
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July 16, 2013

I'm really sorry to hear about your results. Thank you for sharing on RealSelf.

January 15, 2015
You need to get an attorney. You have a great case and you you should be able to win a case and receive plenty to get to a great surgeon who can fix this. He should also not be allowed to get away with this. He will probably settle out of court. Do not let him try to fix anything again as he is obviously not able to. Good luck!
September 12, 2015
Thank you for your review. I am looking for a Certified plastic surgeon and am terrified of making the wrong choice. . I hope that you have been blessed with a new, (excellent surgeon), and are happier than what I've read. Best wishes! & Many blessings!
UPDATED FROM kd1726
2 years post

Picture of Buttocks after last revision

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This is a photo of my buttocks after my last set of revisions. Obviously, it is assymetrical. On my waist there is a bulge, which is where the scar was suppose to be lowered. It is in the same place, only thicker.

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December 29, 2018
Omg. I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this. Is your doctor fixing any of it or refunding any of your costs ?
March 2, 2021
Thank you for sharing