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When undergoing any medical procedure, no two patients are exactly alike. Weight, medical history and gender are all factors involved in the outcomes of surgery.

Post-op times will also vary with doctors doing the same or similar procedures due to the modes or instrumentation used to perform or assist with the surgery. Post-op time can also vary due to minor complications or unexpected sightings during the surgical procedure.

However, an experienced surgeon carefully reviews each potential patient individually and performs preoperative testing to insure the patient is able to tolerate the (more…)

admin | Uncategorized | 09 16th, 2011 | Comments Off

Depending on the length of your procedure as well as recovery time inside the hospital, you should make your stay as comfortable as possible. Bring things with you that comfort you as well as keep you occupied to make your wait more bearable:

Always make sure to have a family photo just so you can feel closer to them before and after surgery.

Bring a list of numbers so you can stay in contact with your friends and family.

Bring something to keep you busy like a crossword puzzle, (more…)

www.plasticsurgeoncity.com | Uncategorized | 09 14th, 2011 | Comments Off

Whether you are about to have urgent or elective surgery, it’s important for a patient to know and understand the procedures the doctor will follow. This means the pre-operative preparations should be fully explained and the expected outcome as a result.

Explanation of potential complications by the surgeon or another trusted staff member is necessary. Even the most minor of procedures can have complications such as bleeding or infection and, even if very rare, some can be life threatening. Additional information can be found at http://www.everydayhealth.com/skin-and-beauty/plastic-surgery-physical-exam.aspx. (more…)

www.plasticsurgeoncity.com | Uncategorized | 09 13th, 2011 | Comments Off

Bedside manner may not be the first thing that comes to mind when choosing a surgeon, or any doctor, for that matter. We tend to focus on their abilities, how many procedures of the type you require that they have done, success rate, and personal recommendations.

All of that is good, however, if you feel you cannot communicate effectively with your surgeon or other caregiver, the other skills, no matter how good, are a moot point. It is very (more…)

www.plasticsurgeoncity.com | Uncategorized | 09 10th, 2011 | Comments Off