More Than I Could Have Hoped for

When looking for any medical professional, my only interest is in using the very best. Listed as a top (#3 in 2024) breast augmentation surgeon in the US - Dr. Hammond. Text book author, editor, and board chairman - Dr. Hammond. On plastic surgery lecture circuits around the globe - Dr. Hammond. Provides learning opportunities for medical students as well as other board certified plastic surgeons - Dr. Hammond. Part of implant studies - Dr. Hammond.

But how good was this going to be, really? I am out of state and passing a dozen other surgeons on may way to Grand Rapids, Michigan, for Pete’s sake! Well, my well planned virtual visit, easily scheduled in person meeting for sizing, and my pre-op appointment for marking were professional, thorough, and left me feeling like I was in the most capable hands. Anna, his medical assistant, is so kind and reassuring. She does an amazing job of making sure all is running smoothly for each appointment and answered any questions that I had. The front desk staff are kind, helpful, and make the most of your time. The rooms are private, clean and comfortable.

I met a medical student at my initial appointment, as well as two others during my marking appointment. Dr. Hammond made made so many notes on exactly how he was going to perform my surgery, that even I was impressed by his level of detail and felt very important. He is professional, thorough, and very sure he can deliver on his promises. ?
Surgery day arrived and I was treated like the only patient on the planet. Dr. Hammond came in to check on me and go over the plan. The surgery team (Karen was awesome) was concerned and answered all my questions after going over my plan, the surgery center is state of the art and private, and my husband was kept up to date on each stage of my procedure. And yet another plastic surgeon was in my surgery, learning from the master! I found out afterward that Dr. Hammond had taken extra time to ensure my results were what he had promised. I got to see video from my procedure directly post-op, and he spoke with my husband and I about the entire decision process.

I admit that I was a little doubtful that his SAFE augmentation protocol could really leave me almost painless, able to return to normal activity the next day. I expected to be unable to raise my arms, hug my family, or even pull up my hair on my own. I am happy to admit, I was wrong! My family kept having to remind me that I had just had surgery! I went back to work five days later and had no issues taking only Tylenol for a few days.

I’m over the moon with my choice in surgeon and staff. My results are more than I could have asked for, and I will continue to recommend Partners In Plastic Surgery to those who won’t settle for anything but perfection.