Plastic Surgery Information

I just had a consult at Maples Surgical Clinic for my arms.  While there I asked if they knew what I could expect regarding the panniculectomy coverage.  The surgeon said she would write a letter on my behalf to Manitoba Medical to inquire about coverage.  She felt confident it would be covered even though I told her I had heard that you must have rashes, etc and up to this date I had not experienced this.  I will keep you all posted as to the results of this. I am scheduled to have a "Brachioplasty" (removal of my bat wings) on March 21st.  This is not covered by insurance at all but is really important to me as it is so visible.  I will be left with a scar, but I can live with that.  The price tag is $4,400 plus gst.    I also had to pay $100 for my doctor to fill out a pre-op form as Manitoba Medical doesn't cover any of it (normally would have been $40).I am hoping to have the panniculectomy done around Christmas.  I reached my goal at New Year's (6 months after surgery) and hope to maintain my weight for a year prior to the panni surgery.  To have a complete lower body lift, I was quoted $11,500 plus gst less whatever is covered for the panniculectomy (estimate $2000-$4,000). Doubt I will be able to afford the full lift, but thought I would share the information for anyone who was wondering.

Excellent news!!!  It's a long way off but definitely on my bucket list!  Thanks for the info

NGD

Keep us posted on the surgery and results.  I'd love to hear how it all goes.

I guess I might need to look into Mexico....  that sure is expensive.  How bad will the scar be on the arms?  Who is the surgeon?

Thanks for the update

Michelle