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Incredible Experience and Exceptional Result
It’s hard to put into words how highly I think of Dr. Kolker-- not only as an exceptional surgeon, but as a truly kind human being. I met with nine plastic surgeons (and one general surgeon!) during my research process, and I can say with full confidence that Dr. Kolker is all of the things you want in a surgeon: meticulous, thorough, safety-focused, and incredibly talented.
After two pregnancies with large babies, I developed severe diastasis recti and muscle laxity. I looked six months pregnant and dreaded getting dressed, always needing to cover my stomach to avoid being congratulated on a nonexistent third baby. Several surgeons told me I might still have abdominal protuberance after my muscle repair or even suggested full abdominal wall reconstruction with a general surgeon due to the degree of muscle laxity I had. Based on Dr. Kolker’s history of successfully repairing severe diastasis, I felt confident in his ability to execute the most effective muscle repair possible for my presentation.
Even though this was my first surgery, I had no anxiety going into it-- that’s how deeply I trusted Dr. Kolker to deliver the best possible aesthetic outcome while prioritizing my safety every step of the way. He’s also surrounded by an incredible team, which was very important to me in choosing my surgeon. From my very first call through my recovery, everyone in his office has been warm, organized, super responsive, and genuinely supportive.
The surgery itself went beautifully. During my recovery, Dr. Kolker was consistently attentive and available-- even after I returned home (I traveled to NYC from Boston). Remarkably, I experienced no pain, no bruising, took only Tylenol, and have had virtually no swelling. At five weeks post-op, I am absolutely THRILLED with my results: strong and natural abdominal tone, a natural-looking belly button, and a beautiful, thin incision line (I will post my before and after pictures once I have them from his office).
This was my first surgery, and I could not have imagined feeling more cared for. Dr. Kolker and his entire team made this experience transformative. In repairing the damage pregnancy did my body, he really gave me my life back.
I cannot recommend Dr. Kolker more highly.
After two pregnancies with large babies, I developed severe diastasis recti and muscle laxity. I looked six months pregnant and dreaded getting dressed, always needing to cover my stomach to avoid being congratulated on a nonexistent third baby. Several surgeons told me I might still have abdominal protuberance after my muscle repair or even suggested full abdominal wall reconstruction with a general surgeon due to the degree of muscle laxity I had. Based on Dr. Kolker’s history of successfully repairing severe diastasis, I felt confident in his ability to execute the most effective muscle repair possible for my presentation.
Even though this was my first surgery, I had no anxiety going into it-- that’s how deeply I trusted Dr. Kolker to deliver the best possible aesthetic outcome while prioritizing my safety every step of the way. He’s also surrounded by an incredible team, which was very important to me in choosing my surgeon. From my very first call through my recovery, everyone in his office has been warm, organized, super responsive, and genuinely supportive.
The surgery itself went beautifully. During my recovery, Dr. Kolker was consistently attentive and available-- even after I returned home (I traveled to NYC from Boston). Remarkably, I experienced no pain, no bruising, took only Tylenol, and have had virtually no swelling. At five weeks post-op, I am absolutely THRILLED with my results: strong and natural abdominal tone, a natural-looking belly button, and a beautiful, thin incision line (I will post my before and after pictures once I have them from his office).
This was my first surgery, and I could not have imagined feeling more cared for. Dr. Kolker and his entire team made this experience transformative. In repairing the damage pregnancy did my body, he really gave me my life back.
I cannot recommend Dr. Kolker more highly.
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