Guest guest Posted May 29, 2003 Report Share Posted May 29, 2003 Dr. Don doesn't take insurance either???? Dang. I was looking foward to using insurance with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 11, 2004 Report Share Posted July 11, 2004 I can't tell you specifically anything about BCBS of NC but I can tell you that it is possible to get these surgeries paid for -- because UHC paid for all four of these for me. In fact, I had a lower body lift in 02/03, a thigh lift in 03/03 and a breast lift/arm lift in 11/03. You HAVE to do your homework though. I spent literally about 6 months documenting things. I went to my PCP any time I had the slightest problem with my skin. I went to a dermatologist and documented all skin problems - including a condition called hidradenitis in skin creases which are actually blocked sweat glands and can be a major source of infection (in fact this lead to my mother's death almost 5 years ago). I also went to an orthopedist and documented arthritis in my low back, neck and both hips. I was referred to physical therapy for this also. I got letters from each of these physicians along with office notes and submitted them along with the physical therapy notes when my surgeon submitted for approval of the procedures. It is worth the time and effort on your part (as well as finding a surgeon who is willing to be something other than self-pay!) - you can at least in some cases get the procedures paid for. I am very glad I worked hard at approval! in GA MGB 10/04/00 > Hello everyone, > > I had my surgery on 12/20/00 and am now on my way on the plastic surgery journey. I am going to see Dr. Rojy in August and I was wondering if anyone has ever had any luck with BCBS of NC paying for any of this? I need Breasts lifts,bat wings, tummy tuck and thigh lifts. I do have lots of back problems. Any advise?? Thanks Tammy > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2004 Report Share Posted July 23, 2004 I am now 17 months out from the LBL and I think my scars look great. They are " visible " obviously but not horrible in any way. The scar on the back side is just below my natural waist and goes to my sides. At the sides it angles down toward a " hair line " incision in the front, like for a hysterectomy or C-section. The incision is basically over my hip bones as it angles from the " higher " incision to the " lower " incision in the front. You can't even see the scar around my repositioned belly button. I really don't know what the surgeon charged but I think the LBL was about $20K -- UHC paid for all my reconstructive surgeries. Would I do them again - in a heartbeat! in GA > > Hello everyone, > > > > I had my surgery on 12/20/00 and am now on my way on the plastic > surgery journey. I am going to see Dr. Rojy in August and I was > wondering if anyone has ever had any luck with BCBS of NC paying for > any of this? I need Breasts lifts,bat wings, tummy tuck and thigh > lifts. I do have lots of back problems. Any advise?? Thanks Tammy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 23, 2004 Report Share Posted July 23, 2004 Thanks for your response. Just starting to contemplate whether it is worth doing or not. Deb -- " juliewmson " <jwmson1@...> wrote: I am now 17 months out from the LBL and I think my scars look great. They are " visible " obviously but not horrible in any way. The scar on the back side is just below my natural waist and goes to my sides. At the sides it angles down toward a " hair line " incision in the front, like for a hysterectomy or C-section. The incision is basically over my hip bones as it angles from the " higher " incision to the " lower " incision in the front. You can't even see the scar around my repositioned belly button. I really don't know what the surgeon charged but I think the LBL was about $20K -- UHC paid for all my reconstructive surgeries. Would I do them again - in a heartbeat! in GA > > Hello everyone, > > > > I had my surgery on 12/20/00 and am now on my way on the plastic > surgery journey. I am going to see Dr. Rojy in August and I was > wondering if anyone has ever had any luck with BCBS of NC paying for > any of this? I need Breasts lifts,bat wings, tummy tuck and thigh > lifts. I do have lots of back problems. Any advise?? Thanks Tammy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 24, 2004 Report Share Posted September 24, 2004 my plastic surgery was WAY worse than mgb seeing how my mgb kept me out of commission about 30 hours altogether! 24 of which were in a hospital.... my tummy tuck was worst , i was unable to do much for 10 days. i was getting up from a chair without help and able to sleep in an actual bed by 5 days out from it! a lot of folks bounce back fast.... it was welll worth it but geeeez it was no fun! the boobs.... piece of cake 48 hrs would have been more than enough recovery time. mgb made me REAL sore like doing sit ups... thats about it! good luck!! xoxoxo cathy s in va > Can anyone please contact me directly at suzannealtfeld@a... > with information about post op plastic surgery. I'm interested in > face, thigh, arm, butt & tummy tucks. Has anyone gone out of the > country and if so, where. How old are you and what was the recovery > process from this cosmetic surgery (I'm frightened that it's much > worse than MGB recovery). How much can be done at once? You can see > that I'm into future-think because I'm only 2-1/2 months out (52 lbs > down) and it's already clear that I'm going to need " skin removal " > when I get down as far as I can. Any responses welcome! Thanks in > advance for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 15, 2005 Report Share Posted August 15, 2005 I have had several requests about Dr. Don, plastic surgeon, that has done surgery on many of our MGB patients. Here is the information. Dr. Don Aesthetic Surgery Center 335 Billingsley Rd. Suite 103 Charlotte, NC 28211 704-370-7770 He also has an office at Regional Hospital. I also have pamphlets/surgery pictures of patients if you would like to request them. Monroe Human Resource Administrator CELOS-Corporate Office 704-682-0260 (cell) 704-871-0031 (office) npm@... www.clos.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2005 Report Share Posted October 9, 2005 , I am with you I will definately need a breast lift once I am through, I got new bras two, and same here went from a 40 DD to a 38 DD. no cup size change here. Tracie B. 248/214 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2005 Report Share Posted October 9, 2005 I would like to know the name and price of the Docs in Mexico that do breast lifts, that only Dr. A approves of because I would trust he's recommendation, and probably be the only way I could afford it. thanks Tracie B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2005 Report Share Posted October 9, 2005 I think it sucks! I can remember when....well before kids, the girls were a 38 B and that was perfect for me. I wouldn't even mind a 38 C. Well, then there is the tummy. I think I might have Curtis take a pic when I get down closer to goal. It looks terrible now, I can't imagine what it will look like closer to goal. And for those wondering if exercise could have prevented it, no way. Inside, my abs are tight. No, this is from weighing 300lbs at one point after having my second son, then gaining, then losing several times in the last 10 years. The rest of me is looking ok, my legs and thighs and butt (at least Curtis think so!) but the tummy and the boobs are heading south. M. 3/1/05 280/194/155 http://www.tracyslapband.com From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of tkbartek@...Sent: Sunday, October 09, 2005 6:33 PM Subject: Re: Plastic Surgery , I am with you I will definately need a breast lift once I am through, I got new bras two, and same here went from a 40 DD to a 38 DD. no cup size change here. Tracie B. 248/214 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 I am considering lipo and a tummy tuck but I am scared of the pain. I have lost 36 lbs and noticed the difference in my legs and arms but unfortunately my two big guns (my arms) have not shrunk yet. Deborah F. > > Ok, so who else is considering it? I know Steph is, and I think someone else > mentioned it. I am noticing this jowl thing going on under my chin, and of > course my stomach looks all saggy and gross. Oh, this might be TMI (to much > info) but if I bend over at the waist and then look at my tummy, it looks > like I am looking at my rump if ya know what I mean. Yeah, I see a crack and > " two cheeks " . > > And today I went bra shopping (after the new October pictures!) and I found > one that would lift the girls back up to where they should be but I am > depressed that I am still in a 42DD. (Sorry guys!) I know they wont lift > miraculously but won't I lose SOME VOLUME? LOL. I did start out in a 48 DD > so I have lost the inches but the cup size is the same. > > So I am considering saving my pennies for a complete lift and tuck. Tummy, > and the girls. The chin thing might be fixed by a little lipo. Anyone else > thinking about it? Mind you, this isn't something I could do soon do to lack > of funds but it is nice to dream right? > > M. > 3/1/05 > 280/194/155 > http://www.tracyslapband.com <http://www.tracyslapband.com/> > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 , I was just curious as to how he was going to even the girls. I have the same problem, I can't find a good bra because I have a D and a C so if I buy a D it won't hold the C upright and if I buy a C then the D has meat hanging out of it. I think this happened after I had a baby. Deborah F. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 In my case, it is a medical condition I was born with. I don't remember the name of the syndrome, but one breast did not grow and at the age of 11 I had an implant put in. Yes, at 11 I was very well developed. I was told I had to change it after I finished growing up because I would be uneven. Never did get around to it. So I am severely uneven. Depends on how I end up after losing all the weight. I may need nothing more than one implant to catch up with the normal size one, or I may need a lift, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 ,Where can we sign up to visit your plastic surgeon? (lol) I could use a facial... What a find he/she must be.I don't know yet if I'll need to have the girls "lifted". Because i've been working out for over a year at CURVES, I'm somewhat toned up. I just keep praying I won't...Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 10, 2005 Report Share Posted October 10, 2005 , I swear we have some kind of connection cosmically. My cousin, who I was raised with and call a sister, had the same condition (whatever it is called) and also had an implant at a very young age. I think she was 12. She had it redone later. Until you, I had not met anyone else that had the same problem. In fact, I don't think SHE has either. Maybe I can put you two in touch? M. 3/1/05 280/194/155 http://www.tracyslapband.com From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of flor_bella_2000Sent: Monday, October 10, 2005 8:17 PM Subject: Re: Plastic Surgery In my case, it is a medical condition I was born with. I don't remember the name of the syndrome, but one breast did not grow and at the age of 11 I had an implant put in. Yes, at 11 I was very well developed. I was told I had to change it after I finished growing up because I would be uneven. Never did get around to it. So I am severely uneven. Depends on how I end up after losing all the weight. I may need nothing more than one implant to catch up with the normal size one, or I may need a lift, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2005 Report Share Posted October 11, 2005 HI there I just hit 149.5 lbs yesterday....my lowest weight in ten years now and just passed my own original personal goal of 150. I have been noticing for a while that I have this really big bunch of flabby skin on my armshanging down that jiggles when I raise my arms and seriously flaps if I wave or do something similar. My tummy basically is a wrinkled up road map. I am still feelin glike,...one thing at a time. I'd like to see myself get to goal,..(whatever that is) and just maintain for about a year, before I'll consider any surgery. This way it gives me a chance to put some money together,...it gives my body a chance to catch up to any excess skin it may be able to catch up to...and I feel like I'm not rushing into anything. Good luck to you and keep us up to date aon your decisions and process. Thanks Deborah <fauchdee@...> wrote: I am considering lipo and a tummy tuck but I am scared of the pain. I have lost 36 lbs and noticed the difference in my legs and arms but unfortunately my two big guns (my arms) have not shrunk yet.Deborah F.>> Ok, so who else is considering it? I know Steph is, and I think someone else> mentioned it. I am noticing this jowl thing going on under my chin, and of> course my stomach looks all saggy and gross. Oh, this might be TMI (to much> info) but if I bend over at the waist and then look at my tummy, it looks> like I am looking at my rump if ya know what I mean. Yeah, I see a crack and> "two cheeks". > > And today I went bra shopping (after the new October pictures!) and I found> one that would lift the girls back up to where they should be but I am> depressed that I am still in a 42DD. (Sorry guys!) I know they wont lift> miraculously but won't I lose SOME VOLUME? LOL. I did start out in a 48 DD> so I have lost the inches but the cup size is the same. > > So I am considering saving my pennies for a complete lift and tuck. Tummy,> and the girls. The chin thing might be fixed by a little lipo. Anyone else> thinking about it? Mind you, this isn't something I could do soon do to lack> of funds but it is nice to dream right?> > M.> 3/1/05> 280/194/155> http://www.tracyslapband.com <http://www.tracyslapband.com/>> Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 Hi Suzanne, my name is also Suzanne. I just had surgery with Dr. Don and I highly recommend him. You will find he is so personable, caring and will call you daily to see how you are doing after the surgery. He did an excellent tummy tuck and breast augmentation for me. I can't think of having this work done with anyone else! Suzanne Hazelwood Dr. R-High Point 7/17/03 270/163/? PS I'm an open book so if you need further information, feel free to ask! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 _sneighbors@..._ (mailto:sneighbors@...) writes: << Can anyone give me any info on Dr. Don, the plastic surgeon in Statesville that Dr. R used to recommend all the time.>> I just got home from his office about 30 mins ago. Very nice, compassionate, and knowledgeable doctor. I, personally, used Dr Tucker - who has an office right across the street from Dr Don in Charlotte. Today I took my fiance to consult with both Dr's. Choosing a PS is a very personal decision. It will not be a one-time visit so I strongly suggest that you get 2nd and 3rd consultations and choose whomever you feel most comfortable with, confident in, and I would also advise that you do (as you are doing) your homework and ask around for people's experiences. Best regards, Patty H 5'4 " , 253/151.5/??? (photos available upon request) 8/25/03, MGB, Stsvl, Drs. R & Chery 12/2/04, TT & BA: 5/31/05, Arm tuck, BL, TT rev, Legs lipo: 8/25/05, Thighs: Chlt, Dr.P.Tucker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2005 Report Share Posted December 13, 2005 Here is Dr. Don's information: Aesthetic Surgery Center 335 Billingsley Rd Suite 103 Charlotte, NC 28211 704-370-7770 Dr. Don has an office in Statesville and Charlotte, NC. I have more information plus pre and post op pictures of his work if anyone is interested. Monroe CELOS-Corporate Office 704-682-0260 (cell) 704-871-0031 (office) npm@... www.clos.net > > > plastic surgery > > Can anyone give me any info on Dr. Don, the plastic surgeon in > Statesville > that Dr. R used to recommend all the time. > > Thanks, > Suzanne > 1/24/03 > 245/150 > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 30, 2006 Report Share Posted June 30, 2006 HI Anne, if you have hernia surgery, they should apply for insurance on that. Also, according to your insurance, they might pay according to ill health you are subject to due to the excess skin. Such as yeast infections in areas, etc. My doc would do breast augmentation and tummy tuck but not lip at the same time. He said he felt it was too much interference with blood vessels to add injury of tummy tuck in conjunction with other surgeries. he said you damage blood vessels by doing lipo and when you did tummy tuck you also did vessel's damage. He didn't like doing too much of that. I went to Dr. Don in Salisbury, NC. He's a wonderful doc and I'm very happy with his work! Ask if you have any questions! Suzanne Hazelwood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2006 Report Share Posted July 2, 2006 Thanks that is what I am doing. I am still looking. Anne Hansen > > > > Hi, > > I went to a Plastic Surgeon today. I have an appt with another one > in > > a few weeks. But I have a couple of questions. This surgeon is > doing > > the 'tummy tuck' (ha its much bigger than that) in his office > surgery > > and sends you home the same day. Surgery will be several hours. > He > > said I would have to have a T incision as I have so much loose > > skin...probably about 20 lbs worth to remove. Tightening up the > > stomach muscles and some lipo on the sides. He doesnt do a LBL as > he > > feels its too much at once. Besides he doesnt want to flip the > patient > > over. So is this something that others have found? He has a good > > reputation. He doesnt bill insurance and his codes reflect the > surgery > > as cosmetic. I told the nurse this is not cosmetic it is much more > > than that, but they are saying that insurance doesnt pay any more > on > > it. I know that I have a couple of small hernias also, that he > would > > take care of...seems that insurance should do that part of the > > surgery. This is more of a reconstruction...at least to me. > Anyone > > have any thoughts on this? > > Anne Hansen > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 18, 2006 Report Share Posted October 18, 2006 , if you can pass that list to me too. Thanks. Sorry I want to have the surgery too. When I hit goal weight. We are already saving $$$$ for it. I want my boobs, tummy, arms, and inner thighs. But i have to hit goal weight first and wait 9 months to 1 year. i have lost 75 lbs, and have 95 more to go. keri uresti dob 4/27/06 305/230/135 Mills <tracy@...> wrote: Kelli, as Nina will tell you I am a big baby so I need all the days I can afford too. I can’t take most pain medications, they make me throw up. So the first 2 days I will be wanting to sleep. Hey, Nina I know you told us before but can you send me the mexican doctors name who does plastics. I know there was one you and Dr. Aceves recommended. MDOB 3/1/05280/160/160 at GOAL!5ft 6in, Size 8http://www.tracyslapband.com From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of KelliSent: Monday, October 16, 2006 10:45 PM Subject: Re: To those that are at goal, or close Sounds like a plan ! I want to have the boob lift, and Tummy Tuck for sure. The arms I am not so worried either, I figure I can wear shirts with sleeves. I heard the TT is the worst ever, so as Nina stated we will want to veg out for at least 5 days. I am figuring a full week and half perhaps if I can afford it. I don't want to be traveling with pain. I want to be a happy camper!!! :)Kelli> > >> > >> > > To those of you that have reached their goal or are close.... > can you> > > tell> > > me what the excess skin situation is? I had roughly 70-80 lbss to> > > lose and> > > I while it's coming off, it seems my skin has just deflated and > the> > > jiggle> > > factor is severe. What is your expereince after time and weight > loss?> > > > > >> > >> > > .> > >> > > --- End forwarded message ---> > >> >> How low will we go? Check out Messenger’s low PC-to-Phone call rates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 Does Dr. Don have a web site?? Thanks, Rich Rosko 404/250 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 23, 2007 Report Share Posted January 23, 2007 > No he doesn¹t but if you call they will send you some great reference > brochures on each procedure > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 29, 2007 Report Share Posted January 29, 2007 Hi Anne, I have had several procedures, breast lift and implants, extended tummy tuck, arm lift, and a face lift, and several major liposuctions in my thighs, and flanks and back. I have an excellent resource center of plastic surgeons living here in So. California. But, don't forget. Your WLS was a big tax exemption and my tax lady has been able to write off all of my other procedures as they are considered " reconstructive " because of the MGB! So, I have had a major surgery each summer that has been mainly financed through my tax refunds from my previous tax year! No one seems to mention this when they are talking about getting reconstuction after our big weight losses! So, don't forget, there are ways to get some assistance on the costs. If anyone wants the names of some fabulous Plastic surgeons in Southern Cal email me and I will share their names. But, leave out Dr 90210...he would not even consult with me, as his nurse said he does not like to do weight loss patients as our blood vessels are too large and we are therefore " bleeders " ! Ha, so I said to heck with him I went elsewhere, had great success, with no problems. Pattie in Redondo Beach 1/13/03 330/180/???(still working on it) Dr. R and P/Rancho Cucamonga > > > > HI Anne, if you have hernia surgery, they should apply for > insurance on > > that. Also, according to your insurance, they might pay according > to ill health > > you are subject to due to the excess skin. Such as yeast infections > in areas, > > etc. > > My doc would do breast augmentation and tummy tuck but not lip at > the same > > time. He said he felt it was too much interference with blood > vessels to add > > injury of tummy tuck in conjunction with other surgeries. he said > you damage > > blood vessels by doing lipo and when you did tummy tuck you also > did vessel's > > damage. He didn't like doing too much of that. > > I went to Dr. Don in Salisbury, NC. He's a wonderful doc and I'm > very happy > > with his work! > > Ask if you have any questions! > > Suzanne Hazelwood > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Speaking of large blood vessels I have something that bothers me and I wonder if there is any way to minimize it. The veins on my arms are very large and pronounced looking since losing the weight. It looks like one of those body builder arms. It is noticeable on my forearms. Anybody else have this issue and any ways to fix? Thanks! Gretchen 270/120 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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