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BBL/LIPO Dr. Alvarez - Miami Beach, FL
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So after reading so many great reviews, viewing...
SFlove24September 16, 2016
$4,000
So after reading so many great reviews, viewing pictures and researching the top surgeons I chose Dr. Alvarez to sculpt me and make me look good all over again. My date is set for Sept 27th which is only 12 days away and I'm super EXCITED & Nervous.. Anyone here have had same doctor and what was your experience and overall results?
Would love to here back from my RS sisters:)
Would love to here back from my RS sisters:)
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September 17, 2016
Hello sflove24, I'm excited for you and hope all goes well!!! I'm scheduled with Dr.Alvarez in Jan 2017 for a BBL. Can'y wait!!! I've read nothing but great things about Dr. Alvarez. Are you staying at a RH? I'll be coming from out of town and trying to decide which RH to stay at.
September 17, 2016
Hello Ms. BlessedLady,
I'm staying at the Weston Resort in Ft. Lauderdale which is about 11 miles away from Dr. Alvarez office @ Spectrum. I didn't know about these RH until after I had already booked my dates with my timeshare. However, I am having a hard time connecting with massage therapist that can provide the lympathetic drainages. I am also coming from out of town San Francisco, CA to be exact. Wishing you the best of luck as well :)
I'm staying at the Weston Resort in Ft. Lauderdale which is about 11 miles away from Dr. Alvarez office @ Spectrum. I didn't know about these RH until after I had already booked my dates with my timeshare. However, I am having a hard time connecting with massage therapist that can provide the lympathetic drainages. I am also coming from out of town San Francisco, CA to be exact. Wishing you the best of luck as well :)
September 17, 2016
What SF, girl I live in Walnut Creek, CA!!!! Try Elsie for your massages. I was considering staying at Mayda's, that's who Lena recommended. Mayda sounds really nice. I'm just not sure about her accommodations. Anyway, Elsie is a well known lymphatic massage therapist in Miami. Mayda and others highly recommend her. Elsies number is (786)237-7566. Hope that helps. I will definitely follow your journey!
September 19, 2016
I've been trying to call Elsie but she asked that I text and I did with no reply back..STRANGE!! I'm hoping to find a massage therapist to help me with my lymphatic drain massages. I'm a nursing student and previous surgery pt to know first hand the importance of making sure blood clots don't former or cluser around the incision areas. Any other info will be much appreciated..TIA
September 19, 2016
From what I've read, Elsie does a lot of her communication via text. Yeah that's weird she has not replied :( Apparently she goes to various RH's to provide her services. Maybe she's been super busy. Still, no response, that's bad business. But i do hear she's great. I would use her too. But the RH I'm considering has their own massage therapist and does not allow outside therapist to conduct business at their RH which is understandable. I hope you have success in connecting with Elsie, or someone else pretty good. From what I've read, I understand those lymphatic massages are crucial in aiding in a a successful recovery. Boy oh boy, so much to prepare for and consider LOL I just want it done and over already :)
September 19, 2016
Yes I know I do hope we can connect. I'm really considering using an RH at least for 2 days so that I can at least be guaranteed a massage therapist. Which one did you have in mind to use again't? Omg, ik the very same feeling of wanting my day to come already. 1 week from today I'll be in Miami and 9 days from meeting the infamous Dr. Alvarez!!! Today, I went out and bought some lose clothing, pj's and a new suit case. I think I'll buy all other items once I arrive. I'm more worried about the pain ughhhh...I hear it's worse than a TT and I had that done 5 years ago.
September 19, 2016
My friend and I are considering Assistance for Life. We're going together to Dr. Alvarez for BBL's. Lena highly recommended a lady by the name of Mayda. We contacted Mayda and she seems very sweet. However, we weren't all that thrilled about her accommodations. I'm sure she provides excellent care. I just wish the accommodations were a bit more to my liking. We also considered Miami Escape, but their price range was a bit more than what we're willing to spend for 7 nights. Assistance for Life quoted us $900 per person for 7 nights. Includes meals, transportation, and some supplies. Miami Escape was $1550 per person!!! Oh and the pain, I am soooooo not looking forward to that LOL I have such a low tolerance level for pain, so I'll probably need to be highly medicated for the first few days LOL
September 18, 2016
You ladies have been so helpful I'm scheduled for my bbl 10/5/16 I'm super siked and nervous at the same time...:))
September 20, 2016
Yes I am!! My friend and I are both scheduled with him we're still a lil undecided on where to stay for rh
September 26, 2016
Im scheduled for 10/12 with Alvarez also, I'm staying at Keylas Recovery House, check her out www.keylasrecoveryhouse.com
September 26, 2016
So tomorrow is my surgery. Just got back from Aesthetics and payed my balance. I'm so nervous, was hoping to have seen Dr. Alvarez to ask my 1000 ?'s..lol
September 26, 2016
I'm sooooo excited for you!!! I pray you with have a smooth and successful sx. I can't wait for my turn lol. Did you finally settle on a RH? My friend and I finally decided on assistance for life. Wow tomorrow's the big day for you. How exciting!!! Soon you'll be an Alvarez Doll :)
September 26, 2016
Omg, yes tomorrow is my day and I'm beyond nervous. I'm staying at a nearby hotel and brought a nurse along to help me with post op care. I will most definitely keep you posted. Thank you for the prayers..xoxoxoxoxoxo
September 26, 2016
Girl I'm nervous for you lol. Mainly because I'm anxious!!! You will be fine!!! Get some rest. You're in our thoughts and prayers! We'll see ya soon!
September 26, 2016
Oh hunny no my sx is next Wednesday I go for my lab work tomorrow so I'll have a week to relax and really get my bags packed!! Yes I'm staying with Keyla for the first 24 hrs. Girl I'm praying I can tolerate the pain! I'll let you know and keep you also in my prayers
September 19, 2016
Thanks for starting a review, definitely keep us posted on your BBLÂ journey.
September 20, 2016
I will be following your journey. All the best to the both of you.
UPDATED FROM SFlove24
1 day pre
12 HRS Prior to Surgery with Dr. Alvarez
SFlove24September 27, 2016
Surgery is sx for tomorrow and I can't settle in. I'm super nervous, scared, anxious, and on overload with mix feelings. Today, I went to Spectrum hoping to speak with Dr. Alvarez but he was not available. I thought I was going to receive a call this morning informing me of my sx time but nothing so I called in and decided to drive over. When I arrived at Spectrum I was shocked to find the building it was located in and the facility itself. I figure with all the surgeries that are done in this place it would look higher end. Nope, it looks like any other doctor's office with 2 waiting rooms and the surgery center behind the reception desk area.
I walked to the front desk and informed the gal that I was a patient of Dr. Alvarez and needed to know what the next step in the process was. She then asked me if I had a balance with Spectrum and when I said Yes, she asked that I wait to pay before she can continue her instructions. I thought this was weird and felt uneasy. As I was waiting in the waiting area near the tablets on a desk I noticed a sign informing future patients that the doctors at Spectrum DO NOT carry MALPRACTICE insurance. Wait a minute RED FLAG in my mind. Nobody informed me that this facility and the doctors do not carry this type of insurance. I thought that all doctors have to carry it but according to Florida law they do not. Ughhh, first of all I didn't go to the DR or Columbia for this very exact reason. If I wouldn't have known this very crucial information I would have done my surgery here in California as I have done before.
At this point I am 12 hours exactly away from my surgery and have already paid. Not to mention that my prescription was not ready for pick up today. The gal at the front desk said Dr. Alvarez had not signed the RX. So now my friend has to do some running around tomorrow morning while I'm in surgery. Oh! Btw, looks like I am the 3rd maybe 4th surgery in line . I'm connected with some dolls on IG and she called me this evening to tell me that she will have surgery at 6:30 and her friend right after at 8:30 and me at 11:00..SMH what's wrong with this picture? I was told this procedure takes 3-4 hrs...
Sorry for the long rant ladies...I just hope it all goes well tomorrow for me. I am left with a bad taste in my mouth about how things flow here in Miami with these high demand surgeons. I wish I would have been able to speak with my doctor prior to surgery.
I'll post after pics when I am able to get up and move around I hope!!!
I walked to the front desk and informed the gal that I was a patient of Dr. Alvarez and needed to know what the next step in the process was. She then asked me if I had a balance with Spectrum and when I said Yes, she asked that I wait to pay before she can continue her instructions. I thought this was weird and felt uneasy. As I was waiting in the waiting area near the tablets on a desk I noticed a sign informing future patients that the doctors at Spectrum DO NOT carry MALPRACTICE insurance. Wait a minute RED FLAG in my mind. Nobody informed me that this facility and the doctors do not carry this type of insurance. I thought that all doctors have to carry it but according to Florida law they do not. Ughhh, first of all I didn't go to the DR or Columbia for this very exact reason. If I wouldn't have known this very crucial information I would have done my surgery here in California as I have done before.
At this point I am 12 hours exactly away from my surgery and have already paid. Not to mention that my prescription was not ready for pick up today. The gal at the front desk said Dr. Alvarez had not signed the RX. So now my friend has to do some running around tomorrow morning while I'm in surgery. Oh! Btw, looks like I am the 3rd maybe 4th surgery in line . I'm connected with some dolls on IG and she called me this evening to tell me that she will have surgery at 6:30 and her friend right after at 8:30 and me at 11:00..SMH what's wrong with this picture? I was told this procedure takes 3-4 hrs...
Sorry for the long rant ladies...I just hope it all goes well tomorrow for me. I am left with a bad taste in my mouth about how things flow here in Miami with these high demand surgeons. I wish I would have been able to speak with my doctor prior to surgery.
I'll post after pics when I am able to get up and move around I hope!!!
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September 27, 2016
Bummer!! I hate to hear you had that experience :( That's exactly why I didn't book Dr. Alvarez through Spectrum. I booked him through his private practice. I heard the experience is very different if you go through his private practice. I asked Lena, his office manager, how many sx's Dr. Alvarez would be performing on the day of my procedure. She informed me there would only be 3 total. My friend and I are both scheduled for our pre op appointments with Dr. Alvarez at his private office the day before our sx's. I wish more women knew that things a bit different when you go through Spectrum vs his private office. Any ladies reading this, I recommend against going through Spectrum!!!! Dr. Alvarez has a private office now you can go through. So far, my experience through his private office has been great!!! His office manager, Lena is awesome!!! My friend, who also booked through his private office, actually spoke to Dr. Alvarez over the phone for additional clarification regarding her upcoming procedure.
I sure hate today's experience hasn't been great for you. I still believe you will have a successful procedure. Please try not worry yourself!!! Now is not a good time for negative energy. Spectrum may not be the best, unfortunately. But Dr. Alvarez will be awesome!!! Just try and separate Spectrum from Alvarez. Yes you went through Spectrum :( But Dr. Alvarez will work his magic and you're going to look awesome!!!
Nothing but good thoughts and prayers your way!!!!
I sure hate today's experience hasn't been great for you. I still believe you will have a successful procedure. Please try not worry yourself!!! Now is not a good time for negative energy. Spectrum may not be the best, unfortunately. But Dr. Alvarez will be awesome!!! Just try and separate Spectrum from Alvarez. Yes you went through Spectrum :( But Dr. Alvarez will work his magic and you're going to look awesome!!!
Nothing but good thoughts and prayers your way!!!!
September 27, 2016
Awww, thanks love!! Yes, if any other ladies are reading this post please just pay the extra hundred $$ for better customer service and support prior to sx. I'm crossing my fingers and praying that post op care us top rated care at the very least. I wonder if Dr. Alvarez knows how many ppl like myself are not satisfied with these clinics? I'll meet sure to speak my mind tomorrow and inform him of my concerns and those of others on here as well....Night doll
October 13, 2016
Hi, this is great info that you're sharing. Do you have a number for his practice?
September 27, 2016
Ms. BlessedLady you are AMAZING and I appreciate your encouraging kindness I'm also praying for SFlove24
September 27, 2016
Thank you TangibleTanj!!! I truly believe in the power of prayer and support which is what we all need to get through this :) I'll be following your journey as well! Stay blessed :)
September 27, 2016
Post some before pictures with measurements as well
September 27, 2016
I'll post before/after pics once I'm done here. I wish I had a measuring tape on me but I don't..sorry love
September 27, 2016
Sorry for that experience. I am praying for a good recovery. You're in good hands with Dr. A. I think that is the Spectrum experience but does not reflect him or his work ethic. I spoke to him prior to my sx and he was caring and transparent. He also just did 2 of my friends last week. They loved him. Their procedures were like 2 hrs apart. Clearly they roll them in and out. Can't wait to see how great you'll look!
UPDATED FROM SFlove24
Day of treatment
Day of Surgery
SFlove24September 27, 2016
Was able to speak with Dr. Alvarez and although I came prepared to ask a million questions I got stuck. My nerves took over me and I felt like I didn't get a chance to say much. I'm marked up and although I'm sad that there might be a chance that he won't be able to take a whole lot of fat out because I've had lipo in the past and getting theiug5scarring and fibrous tissue is difficult. He said he would try his very best but like any doctor they can't guarantee you 100% results and if they do RUN..
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September 27, 2016
Today is the day of your surgery and i have prayed to the surgery gods that you come out looking SNATCHED!! i can't wait to see your pics doll! good luck!
September 27, 2016
Yippee!!!! Girl I can't tell you excited I am for you!!! I'm sure you are going to have a great outcome and successful procedure. You're in good hands :) You remain in my thoughts and prayers!!!
September 27, 2016
We're all rooting for you ! May God bless the Drs hands and you come out happy and pleased with your results. :)
Who's doing your surgery for BBL & BA?