Office review - made you feel taken care of and comfortable

The above review presents an opportunity to discuss Plastic Surgery outcomes, in this case- Breast Reduction- and the primary factors which contribute to success as perceived by the patient and surgeon. Informed Consent- Refers to the mutual understanding between the patient and surgeon of the risks/complications of surgery and of the expectations that the surgeon has of the patient and that the patient has of the surgeon. In my office this includes a patient signed consent in advance of surgery which addresses financial responsibility and my willingness to provide revisions at no charge- there is no bill from me. Charges related to the facility or anesthesia are the patient’s responsibility. It is important to address financial responsibility before the surgery date to ensure that the patient is prepared and understands. My office provides a separate hour meeting to further educate patients on what to expect after surgery, post op wound care, physical restrictions from activity, support bra fitting, medication- all of which are critical to success. Surgical Technique-Isdetermined based on the expressed goals of the patient (how small??), physical exam, assessment of medical and health risks and deliberate care during surgery. Patient Follow Through -Refers to any patient’s ability to follow directions, wear post operative bra, keep appointments, maintain clean skin/clothes, shower/ cleanse daily and report/avoid any other infections/illness.Other infections, as an example, a urinary tract infection, sends bacteria through the blood all over the body and can/will disrupt surgical incisions leading to widening of scars, delayed wound healing. In addition, it is essential to keep the skin clean daily to avoid superficial wound infections. I find that when the above factors are acknowledged in advance of surgery, there is an acceptance of whatever circumstances occur after surgery. Accepting them and moving toward a solution is not easy for everyone