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TT @ 49/Hernia, Partial Hysterectomy, Solitary Kidney.... Now Time for Me! - Orlando, FL

UPDATED FROM Tt51714
1 month post

The journey continues

WORTH IT$7,850
I unfortunately have been extremely busy with work...life...and have not had the chance to update my journey.

All is well.. Belly button taking its sweet time to heal and now at 6 weeks all of a sudden awful pain and numbness!?! I'm sure it's part of the process. I've been blessed so far, so I can't complain. I may be trying to do too much, not sure. Loving all the new me. Scale is going down again so I'm anxious to work out more!

Tt51714's provider

Brian Joseph, MD

Brian Joseph, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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From my first interaction with his staff via email I think I was hooked! I never felt pressured or rushed. I was well informed of every potential expectation! I had more than one consultation because of my numerous questions and each time I was welcomed warmly. Dr Joseph really cares for his patients and the excitement he shares for his patients success and happiness is undeniable. His natural warmth coupled with his amazing knowledge makes him a true force to be reckoned with in his field!

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UPDATED FROM Tt51714
10 days post

Sharing a few photos

My surgery was on 3/17 from the before picture you can see I had a lot of skin that had to be removed. This was a big decision for me to share these but I hope these will help others as many pictures here helped me as I researched. My journey..?...I have a way to go, but so far, so good! I feel good and am blessed. Very happy & I'm almost two weeks out, doing phenomenal! :-)

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Hey looking great! I had my surgery the day after you! Curious....what are you planning on using for scar treatment? I havent decided yet... i want to ask dr. Joseph what he thinks of silicone strips
Hey there nrowe711! I have been so extremely consumed with work, life etc., that I have really missed out on a lot here. I started using SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel about 2 weeks ago. What about you?? What's your thoughts on the lymphatic massages?
ORIGINAL POST

Lost 50+ lbs on my own. I want my body to look...

Lost 50+ lbs on my own. I want my body to look fabulous before my 50th! :-) I researched, consulted, saved and booked... First thing I've done for "myself" in years. My PS and his staff are amazing, loving, inspiring and encouraging! Initially I was extremely nervous. Allowing someone outside of my husband and my gynecologist to see all that I've camouflaged for years was not easy. After my first meeting with Dr Joseph I knew he was the one to help me make my dreams come true. My weight had fluctuated for years, my surgeries seemed to make the belly area worse. As I lost the weight, the excess skin was unbearable. It was aggravating to always wear Spanx tanks to hold it in, and still have a belly sitting on my lap because of hanging skin! Not being able to see my girl parts was the most devastating for me too. This was not a decision I came to lightly. I knew I wanted a change and exercise & diet were no longer an issue. I'm early in to the process. Post op is next week. Nothing has been unexpected. I'm following the rules, and so far so good. This is not a means to lose weight, but a means to look better after losing the weight. I'm looking forward to the additional changes I will see as my journey continues ....

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Thank you for joining the community.  So when is your 50th??  Mine is tomorrow and I am so glad I went through the process.   

Happy birthday Kimmers25! You are an inspiration! Mine is in September! I'm so happy I finally made the decision to do something for myself.
Thank you sweets:)   It was a very good birthday and I survived..LOL
You should be proud that you made the decision to do this for yourself.  Life gets better after 50:)
I'm so happy you had had a great bday! Age is just a number love and I am right there with ya... I do believe my better....is coming! 50 does not scare me!! :-)
Good attitude:)   We can do this rodeo together..LOL