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Welcome to my tummy tuck experience. I decided to...

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Salli8330
$12,900
Welcome to my tummy tuck experience. I decided to have my tt now that my little one is 2 years old and I'd like to get back to the old me. I am 37, 5'5 , about 134 lbs and I have one child. My stomach didn't snap back like I hoped and after a visit with a few doctors I found that I have diastasis recti and all the exercise in the world won't repair this. I am having the diastasis repaired, maybe a little lipo and a nip and tuck here and there all in the stomach region. My doc said I have very little stomach fat. I'll get the before pics up this weekend.
I selected Dr. Matthew Schulman and so far so good he has answered all my questions, seems very knowledgable in his craft and I feel comfortable with him. I'll save my full review for after the surgery but his staff especially Amy (I hope I'm getting her name right) was very nice.
My only concern is that I wasn't able to schedule my surgery time. This information is provided to you the day before the surgery. Is this standard in other offices? I was hoping for the early appt due to various digestion/stomach issues that get really agitated when you add medication (general anesthesia) on an empty stomach so Im hoping they can accommodate my request.
I've purchased all my supplies and medications so I'm ready and also scared. I have an idea of what the pain will be like after a c-section so I'm not looking forward to it.
More to come soon....

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Matthew Schulman, MD

Matthew Schulman, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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October 17, 2013
Welcome sis! Blessings on your journey! Great choice. He's my Dr. too. I've had surgeries at a top notch hospital & they always called a day or two ahead to let me know the time. I don't think there's anything to be concerned about. With your tummy issues, I'm hoping you are the first. I know what you mean. He & his staff are so caring. I imagine they'll try to accommodate you.
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October 18, 2013
Thanks that makes me feel so much better.
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October 18, 2013
You're welcome;)
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October 17, 2013
Good luck!!
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October 19, 2013
Thanks!
October 18, 2013
Good luck
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October 19, 2013
Thanks!
UPDATED FROM Salli8330
6 days pre

Oops correction to the price.

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Salli8330
It's 12,900 not 11,900. That was a typo.

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October 18, 2013
I too have a big separation and feel your pain it just never goes down. I'm not a big person but look 6 months pregnant. Can't wait to hear about your journey
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October 19, 2013
Yes same here. I'm tired of being disappointed after going to the gym all the time and seeing no results.
October 20, 2013
Yep I know its a horrible feeling. How you feeling you haven't got long too go!
October 19, 2013
Ohh my ...you time is coming up fast huh?...are you ready ? Did you shop for all you'll need and stuff?
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October 19, 2013
I feel like I'm ready. It's bittersweet. Ready to get it over, but I'm also scared b/c this is major surgery. :-)
October 20, 2013
I am totally with you there!!!! this will be fantastic!!!! We take care of everyone---NOW it is time to take care of ourselves- :0)
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4 days pre

My date and time is set!

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Salli8330
I got the first appointment so my surgery starts at 8am. I'm so glad my doc was able to accommodate my request. The countdown begins.

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