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Made it mommy makeover March 2014 Philippines

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Hello all I'm new to the site and I am still...

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calilifeeee
WORTH IT$6,800
Hello all I'm new to the site and I am still deciding between getting my mommy makeover overseas we are currently stationed in Japan. I'm in between having it done in the states when we return but the US is expensive or overseas in Philippines. My issue is I'm nervous something will happen overseas and I feel at least if any issue arises during these procedures I'd be in the US. Here what the doctor quoted me I'm still doing my research. This cost does not cover my travel or hotel accommodations. Is this good real self ladies? I will update photos once I decide what I'm going to do.
Tummy Tuck 110,000 pesos(actual price 158,000 pesos)
Breast Reduction 110,000 pesos(actual price 145,000 pesos)
Liposuction(arms) 20,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(flanks) 20,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(anterior abdomen) 20,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(thigh) 20,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(back) 20,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Lab test and med clearance 5,500 pesos
Medications after the surgery 2,500

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Dr. Rino Lorenzo

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A high sense of responsibility, devotion to duty, compassion to patients, and above all, a fervent desire to learn and excel distinguish Dr. Rino Lorenzo in his chosen field. He is board-certified in plastic surgery and a diplomate of the Philippine Board of Plastic Surgery. Coming from a well-known family of doctors, Dr. Rino is the eleventh child of the late Dr. Felipe Lorenzo Sr., a surgeon, and Dra. Peregrina Lorenzo, an anesthesiologist. He is the ninth member of the family to become a doctor, his choice greatly influenced by the fact that both his parents come from the medical profession. With many years of experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery procedures, Dr. Rino Lorenzo combines excellent training with a caring, attentive, and compassionate bedside manner. He graduated from the Pontifical University of Santo Tomas with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology as his preparatory course to medicine. He then took his medical education at the same institution, graduating within the top ten percentile of his class. His special interest in the field of surgery led Dr. Rino to undergo training in general surgery at the Philippine General Hospital Medical Center (PGH). He had years of formal training in Plastic Surgery from the University of the Philippines Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, where he also served as Chief Resident of the Department of Surgery during his senior year. Dr. Rino Lorenzo performs a variety of aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries including dermabrasion; cleft lip, palate, and other congenital defects; scar revision; surgery of physical malformation and malfunction as a result of trauma and burns; and even maxillofacial injuries. In terms of aesthetics, Dr. Rino is an expert in full body contouring, liposuction, abdominoplasty, breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, breast lift, breast reduction, buttocks augmentation, cheek and chin augmentation, rhinoplasty, upper and lower eyes rejuvenation, injectables such as Botox, and Dermal Fillers like Restylane and Perlane. Dr. Rino Lorenzo is one of the cosmetic plastic consultants at the MD Eastwood Clinic, a center for beauty and wellness that aims to provide safe and quality results in plastic cosmetic surgery, as well as bring back professionalism in this field of medicine by adhering to the correct and safe procedures. Dr. Rino is affiliated with several medical centers in Metro Manila where he practices cosmetic, reconstructive, and burn plastic surgery. (copied from his site)

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October 2, 2013

Thank you for starting your review with RealSelf.  The costs listed above seem high to me.  And when you factor in travel and hotel this brings the cost up even more.

How long before you are back in the states?   It may be worth it to go for three consults once you are back in the US.  Keep doing your research and take your time with everything.  

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October 2, 2013
Thank you I really appreciate the time you took to respond. I'm in no rush for my mommy makeover I just thought since in four hours from Philippines I could go there but your right when I add in my travel cost and ticket the prices are up there. I don't know why but I feel more comfortable having my surgery is the US and I have a doctor in mind even if it means I have to travel to the states if I'm going to shell out almost $10,000 I'm gonna pay it in the US but hey I think I can get my mommy makeover for less than that. I'm patient don't officially move back to US for two years but willing to travel plus I can see my family I'm from San Diego.
October 3, 2013

Sounds like a good plan:)

October 14, 2015
I'm thinking about going to the Philippines for surgery how was your experiences?
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November 2, 2015
I had an excellent experience and Dr. Rino is excellent
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November 2, 2015
I'm very pleased with my results.
UPDATED FROM calilifeeee
5 months pre

March 2014 I'm having my mommy makeover (overseas) Philippines

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I've made my decision I'm getting my surgery done in Philippines March 2014 here I come. I'm having see attached Tummy Tuck 110,000 pesos(actual price 158,000 pesos)
Breast lift without implant 110,000 pesos(actual price 145,000 pesos)
Liposuction(flanks) 25,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(anterior abdomen) 15 (actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Liposuction(back) 25,000 pesos(actual price 45,000 pesos per area)
Lab test and med clearance 5,500 pesos
Medications after the surgery 2,500 pesos

Total 293,000 pesos or USD$ 6,815 dollars

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June 20, 2016
Are you still happy with you choice of doctors? I am from the States and live in Saipan. Considering the Phillipines for surgery.
June 25, 2017
Hi Donna, It depends on what surgery you gonna do in Philippines.
I'm from Saipan too. :) I did some surgery in Philippines too.
UPDATED FROM calilifeeee
5 months pre

Goal weight 160

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I'm also working really hard to get to my goal weight before surgery. Dr. Lorenzo says I will have good results getting my weight down to 170-180 but I'm determined to be between 160-170 for my surgery. I've been on a weight loss journey since June starting weight 215 now I've shredded 23 of those lbs just changing my eating habits and I workout everyday that's my life lol. I just want my body back before I had my kids I have two ages 121/2 and 8 . If anyone wants to watch me shrink please add me on my fitness pal it's tremendously help me and changed my whole mindset about fitness and health. Look me up cali1beauty

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March 26, 2019
Who’s the doctor did you use in the Philippines?