Hello all,

I thought I would start this thread today for my PS journey. I am going today (as long as I can get there in time) to the plastic surgeon.

Here is information on my surgeon...

http://surgery.med.umich.edu/plastic/clinical/faculty/wkuzon.shtml

I am going for a consult on a Tummy Tuck and breast reduction today.

Wish me luck all, I am nervous, scared and excited all at the same time!

:car: I will post all about what is going on here!

I have called the nurse there and had an honest talk with her. She told me that Dr Kuzan comes across as harsh sometimes. But he sees things differently. She also told me that in most cases the Dr doing the revision does cover the cost.

I am feeling a bit better I think now that the encounter is not so fresh with him.

He made decisions while in surgery that were briefly discussed at the fist meeting with him, but it was never presented as an option. He made the decision in surgery to try it without my consent or anyone in my family. I think because he is the Head of plastic surgery at U of M I feel very intimidated. I do wish now I had gone with the woman there. But hindsight is 20/20 right?

I appreciate everyone's support here. This experience has sure been harder than I thought. But after this morning, I am feeling better. I got into a Guess dress that I never would have worn before the tummy tuck adn breast reduction and I can say that I have felt the best I have in 12 years. I cried in the mirror. SO all in all, I think today helped me adjust a bit.

I am still upset and will be seeking 2nd opinions but it is what it is.

As far as the interview, I am debating still. I am leaning towards a no. I am trying to pursue a pin up modeling career, and I think it could harm that. As crazy as that sounds I guess. I don't want to be that person anymore, that is why my before is not up top. I won't give it to Alex. I want to transition into the new me, and I think the interview will hold me back.

Hi BBK,

I'm so glad that you are making some progress with your Dr.

So basically his communication style created a lot of misunderstandings, but he will take care of this for you. GOOD!!! Because I simply could not believe what was happening to you.

Your Dr. did a fabulous job on your tummy tuck and I have every reason to believe that the revision on your breasts will turn out just beautifully once he gets back to using his tried-and-true techniques. I'm sorry that you have to go through this additional step, but I'm sure you will love the results of the revision surgery.

I agree with your decision to not go through with the interview and I can totally relate to your wanting to "move on" from the whole obesity experience, as this is exactly how I feel. I will always be very happy to talk about the Lap Band and to offer advice and support, but just as I never wanted my life to be about being fat, I don't want my life to be about being "formerly fat" either. Therefore I think your decision to focus on your future, rather than your past, is very wise.

Hey yall

thought I would post a new pic. It was at a golf outing this weekend. I couldn't play...I was sad so I got to drink and drive the cart! lol...

I hate this pic because it makes me look like I have a double chin though! lol....

And remember here was the before....same shirt!

Wow wow wow

looks good :embaressed_smile: glad you're feeling better

OK...I just read this entire thread and boy am I inspired BBK!!! Also, thanks for letting me know who the knockout redhead is at the top...Learn something new everyday! I remember when the apple pic changed to you and I thought..why don't they pick people who are really going through this! OK....eat my words...better than anything else!

So, thank you for being you and sharing and being brave too! I have no idea what I will end up with but I know I will be healthier! Your before pics reminded me of me in some ways...size wise...so THANK YOU!

Good luck with the revisions etc...hang in there! Shelley

Hey yall

thought I would post a new pic. It was at a golf outing this weekend. I couldn't play...I was sad so I got to drink and drive the cart! lol...

I hate this pic because it makes me look like I have a double chin though! lol....

And remember here was the before....same shirt!

I personally thought you looked kinda hot in the old picture. You look good in the new one too. :biggrin2:

Too bad you couldn't play golf too. Still too soon after the surgery?

Edited June 26, 200818 yr by Big Dan
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BBK: I'm glad you're feeling better about things. When do you see your PS again? If you still want him to do the revision, then I would go in there with a list of questions and perhaps some of your feelings written down, so you won't be intimidated. I would make sure you don't let him leave the office without being satisified with his answers and if he doesn't and tries to brush you off, I would have a response already prepared, ie. I will grab his arm and ask him to look me in the eye and I will tell him that I am frustrated, worried and anxious and that I want to be taken seriously and in order to feel better, that I need him to give me a time line for the repairs, what his contribution will be and what he expects me to pay. These are resoanable requests. If he tries to brush you off, then I would touch his arm again and tell him that your relationship is not working out and who would he like you to see for the revision? This doesn't have to be said angrily, just calmly and matter-of-factly. You're looking great!

Oh, I would also, still be taken pictures and notes!

BBK, looking good girl. You're so trim and fit! I hope everything continues to improve for you.

I personally thought you looked kinda hot in the old picture. You look good in the new one too. :biggrin2:

Too bad you couldn't play golf too. Still too soon after the surgery?

Ya Dan, but the old ones just went to the floor out of a bra!

Way too soon after surgery! I am surprised all golfers aren't hot 6-pack packing! Every muscle in my stomach was screaming!

Ya Dan, but the old ones just went to the floor out of a bra!

Way too soon after surgery! I am surprised all golfers aren't hot 6-pack packing! Every muscle in my stomach was screaming!

:thumbs_up: That was funny!

At least it looks like you got to get out and enjoy some beautiful weather. My port incision still bothers my after two months. I cannot imagine what your incisions feel like trying to do something like golfing. You're my hero!:thumbs_up:

Boo ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!

Im so proud of her. Looking hot my lil golf hottie.

BBK, you look fabulous!! What a transformation!

BBK - soory to be absent lately. just checked in and your looking fabulous!. Seriously, you look great Keep it up

BBK,

You look wonderful -- and So adorable in your golf outfit!!!

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