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Dr. J. Timothy Katzen Session Is In The Works!

October 5, 2013

What's The Skinny On Plastic Surgery?

 

Dr. J. Timothy Katzen has been presenting at ObesityHelp Conferences for years now and has been a supporter of our community for 12 years!  In his session today, he is giving some tips and insights as to where  and when to consider plastic surgery.

When do you start seeking plastic surgery?

-Once weight has been stabilized
-Usually about 10-12 months after bypass
-Double the time if you have a Lap-Band

Where does Dr. Katzen start?

-Torso
-Medial Thighs
-Breasts
-Arms
-Face

What insurance companies want to see and hear!

-Rashes-document in a diary
-Photograph rashes
-See a MD
-Medical records
-Copies of receipts and prescriptions

Neck or Back Pain

-See a chiropractor, keep records
-Hernia-medical records

Dr. Katzen reminds us that plastic surgeries are shape surgeries not weight loss surgeries!