Congratulations on taking control of your life, and choosing to live healthy. This was a difficult path and a great accomplishment that you completed. Be proud!

After massive weight loss (MWL), many patients do not feel satisfied. Despite obvious improvements in health, BMI, and appearance, many patients feel they are still “fat”. For many, it is not until the excess skin and fat is removed that they feel “normal” or attractive. Fulfillment for these patients can only be accomplished with the assistance of a plastic surgeon.

A consultation with a plastic surgeon may be one of the most daunting propositions for the MWL patient. Perhaps no other surgical specialty has garnered more attention in recent years than plastic surgery. Reality shows, on the one hand, have brought to the masses what might be possible through plastic surgery. On the other hand, they have emphasized physical beauty and perfection that may not be possible in the real world. Some of the “TV doctors” are larger than life and intimidating. To be fair, these doctors don’t represent the specialty .

To make matters even more intimidating, it takes real courage to even make an appointment with a plastic surgeon when one considers that the consultation must include a discussion and physical examination of your greatest insecurities!

Nobody can predict the future or control a relationship, however, simple steps can be taken to ensure that your visit(s) with the plastic surgeon will meet your needs while securing your maximum comfort. By doing some homework in advance, you will understand the process and be empowered to partner with the plastic surgeon who best suits your needs. Getting what you need is actually easier than you may think, and you already have the basic tools.

Although it may seem obvious, it must be said that without you, there can be no “doctor patient relationship”. Additionally, cosmetic rehabilitation after massive weight loss is a “want” rather than a “need”. Keeping these things in mind at all times gives you great power because you get to decide what you want, when you want it, where you want it done, who you want to do it, etc. With great power comes great responsibility, and that means that you must do your homework and be a good partner to your plastic surgeon.

What to Expect at Your Plastic Surgery Consultation

You should expect:

  • To be listened to
  • To be taken seriously
  • To be treated respectfully
  • To have your confidentiality respected

The very first step is simply introspection. MWL patients generally present with surprisingly few areas of concern.  The areas/treatments most commonly discussed in no particular order are:

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