plastic surgery question

Does anybody know a good plastic surgeon in the winston-salem/greensboro area? thanks!

I see you're a patient of Dr. Fuzz'. Did you miss the Support Meeting when Dr. Andy Schneider (from WS) was there and showed several different options for plastics for gastric bypass patients? He seemed really knowledgeable and several people acted like he's not as expensive as some of the others out there. His practice name is Forsyth Plastic Surgery - 765-8620. Also, Butch had the tummy thing done back in July with a Greensboro doctor and I think he's done really well. I don't know all that much about plastics, as I have just finally gotten approved for my gastric bypass! My surgery date will be Dec. 11th! I started this process way back in January and have attended all of Fuzz' support meetings (except 1). I was denied by BCBS TWICE before I finally got approval just last week! Good luck with your doctor search - and also, you've been a great inspiration to me, too! Patti Beane

thank you for your kind comment. it is a weird thing to feel so good but still be so insecure about certain body parts. i have made an appointment with sneider but did miss that meeting so it is good to hear about him!! i met with one person in gastonia..and will meet with a person at wfubmc. will keep you updated!! i haven't been to a support group meeting in a while..i need to go!! congrats on your approval!!! you will have a new life!! i swear!! i'm very happy for you. congrats on also staying so focused on what you want!! can't wait to hear about your trip!! susan

Hey Susan! I know that Clytie R. had her first round of plastic surgery done here in Gastonia about one month ago and did very well. She is going back, I think tomorrow, for her last surgery. You may want to emai her and ask her about her doctor and see if it is the same doctor you saw. I have not seen her since her surgery, but Rita H. said she looked great! I am wanting to check into plastics myself...hoping to get some insurance approvals, I have now lost 163 pounds and weigh 157 at 5'8". I think I probally have 10-15 pounds, at least of loose skin. I wish you the best! God Bless! Nancy

thanks!! congrats on your weight loss!!! amazing!!! hopefully we'll all get to lose our loose skin eventually!! i'll keep everybody updated! susan

Hey Susan: I forgot I saved the link of the plastic surgeon that Clytie used..here it is: http://www.seplasticsurgery.com/ Here is her doctor: W. Harry Caulfield III, MD, FACS MD: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA Residency: General Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX Fellowship: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Yale University, New Haven, CT; Hand and Wrist Surgery, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT Board-Certified: American Board of Plastic Surgery Fellow: American College of Surgeons Member: American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Yale Plastic Surgery Society Author, Lecturer, Researcher Hope this help! Nancy

Hey Susan, Dr. Schneider was EXCELLENT at the support group meeting for Dr. Fuzz. We all left there ready to have it all done the next morning! He welcomed us all to call him if we wanted further information. He gives you the estimated costs and the names/descriptions of all the different procedures he performs. He stressed very heartily that whatever surgeon you choose, make sure he is surgical board certified for plastic surgery. Dr. Schnieder was even featured on a television show with a lady who lost alot of weight and had plastic surgery. He said he got tons of business after that even from out-of-state. He has a very efficient turnaround time for appointments and actual procedures. He seemed to really know the ins-and-outs of insurance companies, and I felt he worked with everyone on an extremely individual basis for your specific needs and requests. Good luck with this next step in your journey! You look beautiful!! Tamara 310/211/150

i have made an appointment with him...everybody seems to be saying the same thing!! nervous but excited! thanks for your nice comment! congrats on your loss!!!!! isn't it exciting?? susan