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Tummy tuck w/ lipo of flanks, at Harlem Hospital

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Hello I'm 37 years old scheduled to have tummy...

candylove78January 7, 2016

Hello I'm 37 years old scheduled to have tummy tuck procedure wit Dr. Morrison at Harlem hospital. I'm very excited, anxious and scared at the same time...just hoping for a positive outcome, I've been wanting this for a long time. I have three children ages 19,13 & 2. With my last baby I had my first c section and my tummy hasn't been the same since. I'm scheduled for a tummy tuck and lipo of the flanks.

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Norman G. Morrison, MD, FACS (retired)

Norman G. Morrison, MD, FACS (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (61)

January 9, 2016

Good luck to you! I'm also scheduled to have a tummy tuck with lipo on March 8. I'm nervous and keep going back and forth with myself about the decision because of guilt. However; this is what I want!!

January 10, 2016

Thank u! I feel the same as u, I want it too, and I am a nervous and anxious wreck! Where are u getting your surgery at?

January 10, 2016

I'm going to get my surgery done at the same place I did my breast, by the same Doctor. He recently did a tummy tuck on a African American female and I love the results. So I'm sticking with him

January 10, 2016

What's the price of the tt? And are u getting lipo of flanks also?

January 11, 2016

The tummy tuck includes muscle repair and lipo of abdomen and flanks. Pre tax price is 4500

January 11, 2016

Oh ok, Harlem is charging me 5,750 tt lipo of flanks and anesthesia

January 12, 2016

I won't be surprised if my final cost is around the same thing as well too. I also have one nights stay in the hospital. Did you purchase anything to help you in your recovery phase? Recliner? Cane?

January 12, 2016

Yes I also have one night stay, I went today for my pre op they gave me a website to buy a girdle or I can purchase one on my own, they told me to bring it with me day of surgery. I haven't bought anything, I've been taking vitamin c and iron; I'm going to do some shopping this week to get me some loose pants for day of surgery, for when I go home. I will be buy silicone scar treatment...what did u purchase for your recovery when u did your breast ? I love them btw! They look beautiful and no scarring

January 30, 2016

I want to go to him also question did you go through the hospital or his private office? That price is good

January 30, 2016

I went to Harlem Hosptial

March 7, 2016

Ok good luck I had a tummy tuck at north central hospital in the Bronx in 2004 and they did an amazing job but I got married in 2011 had a son in 2014 and recently had another son 2 weeks ago and I want to go to dr.morrison for my surgery in October. I've had 3 c-sections also you will be fine I was put under 4 times so far with no complications. Just focus on waking up with a flat toned belly

February 1, 2016

Good morning. I felt the same way too just pray and keep calm everything will be Okay. I will check on you.I would like to see that Dr.

February 1, 2016

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I used them for my tummy tuck and still after a year.

February 1, 2016

Thank u. It's nice to get support especially since I have no one to speak to about how I'm feeling. I thought I was ready but mentally I am not, as the date approaches I just get more nervous and anxious. I will be doing it, I just need more time to relax.

February 2, 2016

It's going to fine.Make sure you have someone with you at home Focus on after the surgery diet liquid lunch and plenty of water .If you don't have a recliner buy you a body pillow and you will need extra pillows TRUST ME.Go food shopping like soup,jello and protein shake.
Don't delay your surgery spring is around the corner.You will still be swollen in April.Think positive.

February 2, 2016

Thank u. I had everything planned out, but seeing that it's so close made so anxious I think mentally I am not ready, I don't want to go day of, and freak out. I have to go back Monday to get a new reschedule date, I'm so glad this forum exist because of all the positive feed back. I thought I was ready but obviously I have a weak mind, and I'm letting the low risks out weigh the positive

February 3, 2016

Welcome and good luck to you. I started this journey with intentions of having Dr. Morrison perform my sx at Harlem Hospital. I waited for 2 months for an appointment with him. Bought my plane tickets, and found out too late that he does not perform the surgeries I want at Harlem Hospital (where I was born).
Keep us informed on your progress. We all are here to help you if you have any questions or concerns.

February 3, 2016

Thank u! Which surgeries were u looking to have done? I know at Harlem the surgeons only do two at a time, because they don't want to put too much stress on the body.

February 4, 2016

BBL, TT, Lipo. Some of Morrison's equipment went missing I heard. I am not going to pay a consultation fee to find out he won't do the surgeries. I

February 4, 2016

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February 4, 2016

I am now booked with Dominican Republic doctor.

February 4, 2016

That's good, good luck and keep us posted

March 8, 2016

Hey did u get your tummy tuck done ?

UPDATED FROM candylove78

20 days pre

Anxious

candylove78January 21, 2016

Feeling all types of anxiety as surgery date approaches, not scared of getting the Surgery it's more of the anesthesia, hopeful that everything will work out in my favor! Anyone else feel anxious and nervous before Surgery?

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January 30, 2016

I felt nervous and scared pre-surgery. I think it's pretty normal for you to have those feelings, but once it's all over and done with you will feel great. I had my surgery in December and it was one one best decisions I made for myself.

January 30, 2016

It's really overwhelming me. How did u feel day of surgery? Glad to see you came out great

Duran_DollfromHarlem

February 4, 2016

Dr. M is a GREAT doctor. He will take care of you. take slow deep breathe in nose out through mouth. it will calm you down

March 15, 2016

Have u had work done with him?

Duran_DollfromHarlem

March 15, 2016

No, but he is my friends doctor

March 14, 2016

I had the same feeling, especially for the anesthesia. Tomorrow will make it one month since I have successfully done mine, then I realized it was nothing to worry about. It's more about the healing process, but all will be well. Just brace forward to your new look, it is really wonderful over on this side

March 15, 2016

I'm sure it is wonderful! I'm really looking forward to it just trying
To stay positive! Love hearing all the positive outcome! With whom did u do your tummy tuck with?

March 15, 2016

Dr Morrison. He is a great Doc.

takingcareofme4once

May 22, 2016

Yes ! Everyone is nervous. You have to talk to that man above . And he will bring you through

May 26, 2016

Yes! Thank you.

May 25, 2016

Please post pictures. I'm having Surgery with Morrison too!

UPDATED FROM candylove78

15 days pre

Faja

candylove78January 26, 2016

I ordered my faja online, since they tell u to buy one, so u can take day of surgery

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January 29, 2016

When do you go In for surgery? Are you gonna post any pictures? My date is approaching soon too. I've been combing through all these reviews trying to gather up all the things I think I may need

January 29, 2016

Hey, I'm scheduled for February 11th, I will be posting pics after. I haven't purchased anything besides the girdle that they recommend. When are u scheduled for?

January 30, 2016

March 8th I'm so excited for u!!!! Your close to the flat side! I got my fingers crossed for you and a speedy recovery

January 30, 2016

Thank u so much! The way my nerves are creeping up on me it's stressing me out! I'm so
Scared of the anesthesia :(

January 30, 2016

I know I was scared too. A good support system, some comforting words and prayer should ease your mind a little

January 30, 2016

Yes thank u. I love reading everyone's positive stories, there are so many good stories rather than bad ones. I've been under anesthesia about five times before (general) I had to breast surgeries 15 years ago and other minor procedures, but since it's been so long, I don't know how to act, I am beyond nervous, not a bad feeling, I'm just anxious about not knowimg if I'm going to wake up, i feel as I'm the one that somethings going to happen too. I'm trying to not think about it, but it's really overwhelming me

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