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32A, Wanted to Fit in a Bra - No Kids, Very Athletic - Minneapolis, MN

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I am very athletic, avid lifter. It was hard to...

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I am very athletic, avid lifter. It was hard to see myself in a sports bra day after day. I researched facility after facility, doctor after doctor until I came across Dr. Tholen. After months of searching I took the plunge and called his office (10hrs away). His staff was patient with my endless questions and concerns, so much that it didn't seem real. I hung up, called back ten mins later and set a same day consultation/surgery. Leading up to my surgery they were so sincerely patient with me.
I walked into their office terrified, the moment I met with the nurse my fears started to melt. The second Dr.Tholen walked in I was ecstatic, he sat there for 1.5 hrs getting to know me and what I really wanted. He told story after story - ridiculous amounts of wisdom.
He is one of the most experienced knowledgable men in his field yet so sincerely humble.
His entire staff followed in his foot steps. I felt like a queen that walked into her own personal spa. I could go on and on...
Not to mention I am on day 2 post op with virtually no pain. Slight discomfort but have not utilized pain pills or Tylenol for there is no need for it. That's when you know your surgeon is an expert.
I would suggest him a million times over, I could not be more thrilled!

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Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 349 Reviews
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September 27, 2015
Thank you so much for taking the time to describe your experience, and only one day post-op! Patients are skeptical that submuscular implants can be so "virtually no pain." Please take it easy for if you do too much you may experience more discomfort as your 3-day extended release local (Exparel) wears off. There is no magic procedure or special technique as some surgeons would like to imply with their "Overnight Recovery" names or trademarks--there is no way to trademark careful and precise surgery, as well as patient education and compliance with recommendations. That's the mark of a good practice and a skilled surgeon--one who keeps trying to be better with each and every patient. Thanks also for acknowledging my staff, for I cannot do what I do without them! Thanks again for the review; see you again soon! Dr. T
October 7, 2015
Thanks for your review. I go in for my surgery next week. I had my consult back in August and I was getting very nervous. Seeing your comments reminded me of how at ease I was with Dr Tholen and his staff. They clearly love what they do and do it so well.