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Torso 360. You Couldn't Ask for Anyone Better!
I had a video consultation with Dr Hamwi from out of state. Loved I got to see and speak with him. He answered all my questions and explained realistic outcomes. I scheduled and made arrangements to fly in.
Surgery day arrived and while checking in, Dr Hamwi came into the lobby to say HI and even told my husband they would take good care of me. So sweet. He introduced me to his nurse and said she would take me back. In a room we went over medical history, vitals, ect. Then she explained all the meds i would be taking. Percocet, Gabapentin, valium, Promethazine and antibiotic. Then gave me my surgical attire to change into and pulled a big plush robe out of a warmer! It was fabulous. Some socks and fuzzy slippers too.
Then Dr H came in. His name really should be Dr Happy. Always in such a good mood. Anyway, standing me in front of a mirror he talked out the procedure and made his markings on me. A little conversation, then he grabbed the robe and held it for me to put it back on. He is such a gentleman! He said he would see me shortly and we would get started.
His nurse took me into the surgical room, did skin prep and got me set up on a heated table. Then Dr H came in, we had a little chat and then he got started with my numbing injections all around my torso. I was initially nervous about this part as a previous lipo Dr did not buffer the lidocaine and their injections hurt like hell. Surprisingly I didn't feel anything. Like nothing! I even had to ask if he buffered his lidocaine. He said oh yes. This may be a bit technical but as a former nurse, this was very important!
After the initial injections he started with very small incisions to infuse the tumescent fluid mix. Again a bit nervous due to my bad experience with another Dr. But pleasantly suprised I was very very comfortable. Thank goodness for buffering! He was constantly talking and engaging in conversation with me and his nurse. We talked about the recent hurricane, kids and Halloween. He was always checking in to see what i was feeling and to rate any discomfort on a 1-10 scale. I was typically at a 3. You can feel a but of weird movement but not pain. One time he got into some scar tissue from previous lipo that was kinda hard to get through. Twice I felt a little sting in the same spot. He said that was no good and said ne would go to another spot and let the tender spot numb for bit and come back. I so appreciated that he was very aware of any discomfort and immediately addressed it.
After the infusion, he switched to the liposuction cannula. It vibrates and I found oddly felt kinda like a massage? Sounds weird. Also whenever he got near the sides of my ribs the vibration tickled and I just sat there and laughed. He asked if was ticklish. Yep...lol. Didn't expect to be laughing through this.
Once or twice during the procedure he had me stand up in front of a mirror to look at things and adjust anything.
Soon enough we were all done. I got cleaned up, they custome cut some lipofoam to wrap all the way around my torso and got me in compression.
I for back to my hotel and rested most of the day. Pretty comfortable. Kinda felt like I did an ab workout. I felt like a burrito wrapped up snug.
Next day post op went well and thing were already shrinking up and looking great.
First 10 days I had to stay in foam and compression. That burrito feeling gets a bit old but sure helped to shrink my waist right down. Yay!
After the 10 days the normal compression is actually pretty comfortable. Stayed in that for 6 weeks and restricted activities.
Now 4 months out things are sooo good! I went from Sad to Fab..ulous! I'm thrilled with my feminine curves. He really has a great eye. Also my skin is smooth.
As a former nurse I have worked around lots of doctors. I have never been more impressed! His skill and pleasant personality are top notch. It's a rare combination. I also appreciate his credentials. Double board certified surgeon, in the top of his class, Harvard...say what, and hospital privileges. Highly recommend!
Will be editing to add photos as real self saying I can't upload pics right now?
Then Dr H came in. His name really should be Dr Happy. Always in such a good mood. Anyway, standing me in front of a mirror he talked out the procedure and made his markings on me. A little conversation, then he grabbed the robe and held it for me to put it back on. He is such a gentleman! He said he would see me shortly and we would get started.
His nurse took me into the surgical room, did skin prep and got me set up on a heated table. Then Dr H came in, we had a little chat and then he got started with my numbing injections all around my torso. I was initially nervous about this part as a previous lipo Dr did not buffer the lidocaine and their injections hurt like hell. Surprisingly I didn't feel anything. Like nothing! I even had to ask if he buffered his lidocaine. He said oh yes. This may be a bit technical but as a former nurse, this was very important!
After the initial injections he started with very small incisions to infuse the tumescent fluid mix. Again a bit nervous due to my bad experience with another Dr. But pleasantly suprised I was very very comfortable. Thank goodness for buffering! He was constantly talking and engaging in conversation with me and his nurse. We talked about the recent hurricane, kids and Halloween. He was always checking in to see what i was feeling and to rate any discomfort on a 1-10 scale. I was typically at a 3. You can feel a but of weird movement but not pain. One time he got into some scar tissue from previous lipo that was kinda hard to get through. Twice I felt a little sting in the same spot. He said that was no good and said ne would go to another spot and let the tender spot numb for bit and come back. I so appreciated that he was very aware of any discomfort and immediately addressed it.
After the infusion, he switched to the liposuction cannula. It vibrates and I found oddly felt kinda like a massage? Sounds weird. Also whenever he got near the sides of my ribs the vibration tickled and I just sat there and laughed. He asked if was ticklish. Yep...lol. Didn't expect to be laughing through this.
Once or twice during the procedure he had me stand up in front of a mirror to look at things and adjust anything.
Soon enough we were all done. I got cleaned up, they custome cut some lipofoam to wrap all the way around my torso and got me in compression.
I for back to my hotel and rested most of the day. Pretty comfortable. Kinda felt like I did an ab workout. I felt like a burrito wrapped up snug.
Next day post op went well and thing were already shrinking up and looking great.
First 10 days I had to stay in foam and compression. That burrito feeling gets a bit old but sure helped to shrink my waist right down. Yay!
After the 10 days the normal compression is actually pretty comfortable. Stayed in that for 6 weeks and restricted activities.
Now 4 months out things are sooo good! I went from Sad to Fab..ulous! I'm thrilled with my feminine curves. He really has a great eye. Also my skin is smooth.
As a former nurse I have worked around lots of doctors. I have never been more impressed! His skill and pleasant personality are top notch. It's a rare combination. I also appreciate his credentials. Double board certified surgeon, in the top of his class, Harvard...say what, and hospital privileges. Highly recommend!
Will be editing to add photos as real self saying I can't upload pics right now?
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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
5566 Broadcast Ct,, Sarasota, Florida