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Years ago, at the weight of 350lbs, I started the...
Years ago, at the weight of 350lbs, I started the long journey of reclaiming a healthy lifestyle - something absent from my life since sometime in gradeschool.
Realistically, I knew the product from years of abuse to my body would leave much to be desired cosmetically, even if I reached my goal of a healthy weight.
Fast forward a few years, and 150 pounds lighter, and I was enjoying all the benefits of living a healthy life - I had more energy and was empowered by what I had accomplished.
But there was still more that I desired. My self-confidence was still quite low despite my achievements: Years of being physically responsible had still left my chest and stomach areas non-complimentary to look at.
Enter Dr Pousti, Staff, Gloria, and RealSelf.com - Being a melinnial, my first stop for research on plastic surgery was Google.com. I ended up on RealSelf and then spent a few unintended hours looking at the incredible amount of information available to me about tummy tucks and male breast reduction.
Dr Pousti's reviews, results, and proactive online-presence stood out to me far beyond any other surgeon I had considered. It was obvious then, as it is now, that Dr Pousti is a doctor that simply gets his patients.
I flew in for my consultation a few months ago and was overwhelmed by the welcome I received from the staff - beverage, snacks, introductions to patients with identical procedures. Some of the other things during my visit that made a lasting impression on me:
- Dr Pousti's bed-side manners. I was there for hours and never felt rushed by the staff or Dr Pousti.
- Dr Pousti's recommendation of nipple reconfiguration/realignment during the breast reduction included the phrase "don't let anyone attempt to sell you anything less". This meant a lot to me as I was displeased with a lot of the results I've seen on realself that didn't include this procedure - There are no compromises when it comes to proper results with Dr Pousti.
- Dr Pousti went out of his way to affirm that there's contentment with having no procedure at all, and to commune with those close to me if I had any doubts to that notion. I honestly wasn't expecting this type of positive reinforcement from a plastic surgeon, and it made it obvious to me that Dr Pousti has only the best intention for his patients; whether or not that includes his surgical assistance.
Last week I went through the procedure. Again, I was greeted friendly by the professional staff during the pre-op appointment, and then met the surgical team the following morning. Dr Pousti did an amazing job comforting me while being led into surgery.
Post-surgery I had the honor of being taken care of a largely recommended nurse from Dr Pousti's office, Gloria. As I had someone that came down with me for the recovery, I had considered not hiring a professional nurse. In hindsight, I can't imagine not having Gloria's help that first day.
From being taken home from the recovery room, to making sure I was comfortable at my hotel room (and running out to the store twice in the rain), Gloria took great care of me.
I'm still in the process of my recovery and am anticipating my bandage removal. I will provide additional information and before/after pics in a week or two.
Realistically, I knew the product from years of abuse to my body would leave much to be desired cosmetically, even if I reached my goal of a healthy weight.
Fast forward a few years, and 150 pounds lighter, and I was enjoying all the benefits of living a healthy life - I had more energy and was empowered by what I had accomplished.
But there was still more that I desired. My self-confidence was still quite low despite my achievements: Years of being physically responsible had still left my chest and stomach areas non-complimentary to look at.
Enter Dr Pousti, Staff, Gloria, and RealSelf.com - Being a melinnial, my first stop for research on plastic surgery was Google.com. I ended up on RealSelf and then spent a few unintended hours looking at the incredible amount of information available to me about tummy tucks and male breast reduction.
Dr Pousti's reviews, results, and proactive online-presence stood out to me far beyond any other surgeon I had considered. It was obvious then, as it is now, that Dr Pousti is a doctor that simply gets his patients.
I flew in for my consultation a few months ago and was overwhelmed by the welcome I received from the staff - beverage, snacks, introductions to patients with identical procedures. Some of the other things during my visit that made a lasting impression on me:
- Dr Pousti's bed-side manners. I was there for hours and never felt rushed by the staff or Dr Pousti.
- Dr Pousti's recommendation of nipple reconfiguration/realignment during the breast reduction included the phrase "don't let anyone attempt to sell you anything less". This meant a lot to me as I was displeased with a lot of the results I've seen on realself that didn't include this procedure - There are no compromises when it comes to proper results with Dr Pousti.
- Dr Pousti went out of his way to affirm that there's contentment with having no procedure at all, and to commune with those close to me if I had any doubts to that notion. I honestly wasn't expecting this type of positive reinforcement from a plastic surgeon, and it made it obvious to me that Dr Pousti has only the best intention for his patients; whether or not that includes his surgical assistance.
Last week I went through the procedure. Again, I was greeted friendly by the professional staff during the pre-op appointment, and then met the surgical team the following morning. Dr Pousti did an amazing job comforting me while being led into surgery.
Post-surgery I had the honor of being taken care of a largely recommended nurse from Dr Pousti's office, Gloria. As I had someone that came down with me for the recovery, I had considered not hiring a professional nurse. In hindsight, I can't imagine not having Gloria's help that first day.
From being taken home from the recovery room, to making sure I was comfortable at my hotel room (and running out to the store twice in the rain), Gloria took great care of me.
I'm still in the process of my recovery and am anticipating my bandage removal. I will provide additional information and before/after pics in a week or two.
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