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Horrible Results Part 1

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Horrible Results Part 1

busylady569

Beyond Horrible results is an understatement! Ok...starting from my initial procedure would be too much to cover so I'll start at the TT revision w/lipo and move backwards so I can share my story and try to paint a clear picture. I pray that no one else has to endure my experience after $20k+. I've debated telling my story from pure embarrassment because of the way my body looks now. I honestly wish it was the way I looked before I had my first TT. I'll post pics. You be the judge. 

My surgeon was Dr. Andrew Freel in Baton Rouge Louisiana for both my initial procedure as well as my revision procedure. You may ask why did I go to the same physician...well after my initial recovery and post op visits with him, he gave me reasons as to "why" my first surgery was not successful and "how " we could achieve the desired results so being that we discussed my concerns and he reassured me he understood and could accomplish my desired goals, I thought he could correct the problems. 

My first surgery (initial TT w/lipo) was $10k and he charged me another $10k for my second surgery (TT Revision w/lipo). So.....TT revision w/lipo recovery was tolerable. I went home the same day and I had no complications as far as pain or discomfort. I had TT W/Lipo of my upper and lower abdomen flanks and back. Some issues arose with my drain sites becoming irritated and painful red and swollen after about 2 -3 weeks or so, I went to the office and he pulled that drain and left the other in until the following week. So I am about 4-6 weeks post op, looking great AT THE TIME so he takes pictures of the results THUS FAR to show before and after results BUTTTT...I still had scabs on ALL the incision sites which you will see in the pictures. I was not nearly healed yet...

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Andrew Freel, MD

Andrew Freel, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 21, 2019
I've gone myself for different opinions and the doctors they all tell me "oh what happened" meaning my horrible bulge but they will not say anything negative when they find out who performed my surgery because he is supposed to be the best. Doctors also do not want to fix other doctors mistakes especially if you have mesh and mesh sutures implanted in you. i have flu like symptoms , pain, discomfort, nausea, and a painful ugly bulge I'm also making myself sick because I now realized I'm stuck like this forever and no other doctor will touch me it's horrific. I've gone for many second opinions and doctors blame you!!!! You are full of abdominal fat when I saw the CT Scan I'm not full of fat. Another problem is constipation and a different doctor told me to take ex-lax I fill like I'm being abused by my second opinions!!!! It's been a horrific experience for me and I'm just so emotionally and physically drained over my botched surgery and then my botched revisions here in Chicago. I'm a person, someones wife, mother, daughter this should be illegal that doctors can get away with botching procedures and they are untouchable!!! I'm butchered !!
February 24, 2020
Oh no, I am so shocked that someone could act like it`s nothing. I am originally from Chicago but live here in Houston, TX. and although we have awesome doctors here, my favorite one is Dr. De La Cruz. He is a sculpture (could have you literally like you have abs), perfectionist and he teaches others. I was impressed with his work and have not heard of anyone complaining of his work. Perhaps one day just look at his IG, Website or google him. I wish you the best of luck and thank you for sharing.
March 15, 2020
obviously he has little experience in this particular procedure. Always talk to previous patients and look at his real past patient photos. I'm so sorry this happened to you.
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?Part 2 of Horrible Results!

busylady569

This is my continuation of my journey TT Revision w/lipo of abdomen, flanks and back. I previously posted pics of my pre op appearance. The pictures added to this post are of my results 4-6 weeks after my TT Revision w/lipo. You can visibly see that I still have scabs on my incision sites so I have not completely healed. 

These are the 1st post op pictures taken after my TT Revision. According to these 1st pictures taken I was excited, looking forward to my end result. I never wanted wash board abs. I only wanted realistic natural results with a slimmer waistline and a flattering stomach. One of my main concerns was the appearance of my belly button and scaring after my first TT procedure. Dr Freel and I discussed these issues prior to my TT Revision and these areas of concern were to be resolved with the TT Revision. Shortly after these pictures were taken I experienced a "popping sensation" in the top of my abdomen. 

I expressed my concerns to Dr. Freel and went in for a checkup, I asked if we should do a CT or any other test/scans to confirm that my stitches had not been compromised, but he informed me that the sensation was "probably" associated with the feeling of my abdominal muscles coming back. So I trusted his opinion and did not pursue the matter. As time went on I began to notice my upper abdomen began to protrude out and my lower abdomen did not. The pictures attached will show the 1st pictures taken post op and also the pictures taken a few months afterwards when my stomach begin to protrude after my revision...

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Horrible Results Part 3

busylady569
I am embarrassed, disappointed, aggravated, self conscious of my physical appearance and uncomfortable in my own skin! Attached to this post are my final results of my Tummy Tuck Revision with Liposuction of my Upper and Lower Abdomen, Flanks and Back with Dr. Andrew Freel at Associates In Plastic Surgery in Baton Rouge Louisiana. After speaking to Dr.Freel NUMEROUS times, going in to ALL post op appointments, following all post op instructions, voicing my concerns, disappointment and dissatisfaction of my end result this is what I look like....

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November 17, 2019
I'm so sorry you are going through this! How long has it been since your revision? If it is still early, there is still a lot of swelling that can last months. Do you think this is just swelling? Wonder if you should get a second opinion. Again, so sorry you are going through this - you don't deserve this stress and disappointment - stay strong.
November 18, 2019
I am so sorry you are experiencing this. Are you still wearing your compression garment? Yes, this can be an extremely traumatizing experience and for $20k oh my. The least that surgeon could do is refer you to one of his partners, if any, at zero cost to you, to make this right since obviously he can not. Be blessed and I am so sorry.
November 18, 2019
So sorry to hear your story. Swelling could be a reason, but I would definitely go for a 2nd opinion from another board certified PS. You deserve better treatment for what you paid. Praying for a safe recovery!
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November 19, 2019
Hi I really recommend the dr who performed my tummy tuck Dr. Song in Duluth GA his prices are reasonable around 7500 which includes garments please read all of his reviews. I empathize with your dilemma but dont lose faith there are credible Awesome surgeons out there who will take care of you
November 21, 2019
what happened??? I'm in the same boat and I'm just sick over it!!