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The Long-Awaited Tummy Tuck! Miami, FL
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Hi everyone! It has been wonderful to get acquainted with all of you through reading your stories and experiences. Thank you for sharing your journeys with me, and being so honest and vulnerable! I have only been on RealSelf since February 1, but have already learned tons -- in fact, I have learned all the important questions to ask, the questions I didn't even know to ask at first. This month has been an emotional roller coaster, and I've already switched my doctor during this time.
Since I live in California, plastic surgery is very expensive. I basically thought it was out of reach for me after I had a consultation and was shocked at the quote. This was a year and a half ago, and it wasn't until recently that I started hearing about "medical vacations." I began researching Costa Rica for a tummy tuck, and was excited by the prices I was finding. Just a brief history about me --- I had twin boys at 23, delivered by c-section, and a daughter at 26 (delivered vaginally.) My belly stretched out so much with the twins that the muscles split right in half. And the c-section scar became the place where all the extra pounds collected. I am now 53, healthy ( 5'6" and 150 lbs) and teach yoga. But I've never been happy with my belly, and do all I can to camouflage it.
The more research I did, the more I got excited about flying cross-country to have my tummy tuck done in Miami. So, I will be flying back the second week of May and staying 12 days before flying home. I'm very excited and hoping for the best :) More later about my crazy sleepless nights wondering if I'd made the right decision about my doctor! Now I am very excited about the doctor I have chosen and really looking forward to coming to Miami in a few months :)
Since I live in California, plastic surgery is very expensive. I basically thought it was out of reach for me after I had a consultation and was shocked at the quote. This was a year and a half ago, and it wasn't until recently that I started hearing about "medical vacations." I began researching Costa Rica for a tummy tuck, and was excited by the prices I was finding. Just a brief history about me --- I had twin boys at 23, delivered by c-section, and a daughter at 26 (delivered vaginally.) My belly stretched out so much with the twins that the muscles split right in half. And the c-section scar became the place where all the extra pounds collected. I am now 53, healthy ( 5'6" and 150 lbs) and teach yoga. But I've never been happy with my belly, and do all I can to camouflage it.
The more research I did, the more I got excited about flying cross-country to have my tummy tuck done in Miami. So, I will be flying back the second week of May and staying 12 days before flying home. I'm very excited and hoping for the best :) More later about my crazy sleepless nights wondering if I'd made the right decision about my doctor! Now I am very excited about the doctor I have chosen and really looking forward to coming to Miami in a few months :)
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March 4, 2016
My manicurist had her tt done by him and she looks awesome, she recovered extremely well. Good luck!
March 5, 2016
I love Dr Careaga I'm from New York and flew to Miami for him just from one consultation over the phone with him! We spoke one time and I knew he was the one!! You can check out my review if you want so you can see more of his work, but he's fabulous! Congratulations on the beginning of your journey!
March 5, 2016
Thanks. So nice to hear from you. I feel so good about going with Dr Careaga after speaking with him also. And I love his after photos!!! And your review was so helpful to read. Thx. I'm excited for this adventure.
April 3, 2016
Hi, what day is your surgery? I am scheduled with Dr Careaga for a TT May 13th, it seems your surgery is around that time as well.
April 4, 2016
Hi! Yes, it is the same week, on Tuesday the 10th. Are you from Miami, or somewhere else? We'll have to keep in touch. I feel really good about him as a doctor, and am excited about getting this done. Take care.
April 15, 2016
Good luck , am scheduled for a TT with lipo June 20th
UPDATED FROM VintageGal
1 day pre
It's finally here!
I'm about to catch a night flight cross country to Miami. I'm so excited the time is here. Tomorrow morning will be my pre-op and then surgery on Tuesday. Prayers please!
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May 9, 2016
Prayers your way you will be fine !! God bless
UPDATED FROM VintageGal
1 day pre
Tomorrow morning bright & early!
I arrived in Miami this morning and had my pre-op. I really like Dr Careaga and his whole staff. I'm also settled into the new and very beautiful Miami Escape recovery house. I'm all ready! Tomorrow morning my surgery is at 6:30! Very excited :)
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May 10, 2016
Good luck!!! I am sure everything will come out great. I'm scheduled for this Friday.
May 10, 2016
Thanks :) and best of luck to you too! Just got up and showered with Hibiclens and am ready to go!
Welcome to the community. You have an exciting journey ahead of you. Who will travel with you to Miami, and how long will you stay?
Sounds like a good plan, it will be nice to have him down there with you.