Did you use Dr. LoMonaco?

Raven300
on 5/16/11 1:31 pm
Hi!

I am currently trying to decide between 2 surgeons for "the works". One of the potential surgeons is Dr. LoMonaco of  Houston, Tx.  I have had my virtual consult and quote for the work and Dr. L has answered my first (long) list of questions. He seems like a super guy. Excellent patient skills and very complete in his explanations of the procedures and plan of attack. I have read alot about him on this board and on RealSelf.com.  He seems very skilled and his before/after photos on his website are amazing.

If you used Dr. Lomanaco, would you please be willing to share any experiences, thoughts or photos? To be quite honest, his quote is more than double the non US surgeon and I am trying to balance the pros and cons when considering the substantial cost increase.

Thanks in advance for help you can provide. OH is the absolute best resource I have  found  and it has helped me tremendously in deciding on my WLS and getting thru it successfully.
     HW-345,SW-300, CW-144lbs.  DS 5/11/10. 
     First round of plastics with Dr. LoMonaco 11/8/11  LBL, BL. 14lbs of skin removed.
     2nd round with Dr. LoMonaco 2/8/12 Brachioplasty, Thigh lift,  Breast Implants.
       
shellymor
on 5/16/11 8:30 pm - TX
I heartily recommend Dr. Lo to anyone who asks. If I can help you with any questions, please let me know.
Sara C.
on 6/30/11 1:51 am - Victoria, TX
Shelly,

What is a ballpark figure for Dr. Lo and a LBL? I was thinking of going to Mexico, but when u look at Dr. Lo's photos, well there is little comparison...

It's such a big decision for me, to use my savings in this way, but on the other hand, I'm so unhappy with how I look...

You look terrific, BTW.

Thanks,

Sara
Raven300
on 5/16/11 8:57 pm
 Thanks Shellymor!  It was your positive reviews of Dr. L that got me looking at him to begin with!!
     HW-345,SW-300, CW-144lbs.  DS 5/11/10. 
     First round of plastics with Dr. LoMonaco 11/8/11  LBL, BL. 14lbs of skin removed.
     2nd round with Dr. LoMonaco 2/8/12 Brachioplasty, Thigh lift,  Breast Implants.
       
laurak712
on 5/17/11 3:57 am - New Braunfels, TX
I used him too and am very happy.  I am 7 months post op LBL/BL and there will be more to follow...eventually.  I have a couple of pics on my profile if you want to friend me.

Laura



Height 5' 7

    

Raven300
on 5/17/11 11:56 am
 Thank you for volunteering your photos! I have sent you a friend request. Cheers!
     HW-345,SW-300, CW-144lbs.  DS 5/11/10. 
     First round of plastics with Dr. LoMonaco 11/8/11  LBL, BL. 14lbs of skin removed.
     2nd round with Dr. LoMonaco 2/8/12 Brachioplasty, Thigh lift,  Breast Implants.
       
Laura in Texas
on 5/17/11 12:03 pm
6 weeks from today I will be using him for my lbl and bl.   So excited!!  I love him and think he is the best!!

Laura

Laura in Texas

53 years old; 5'7" tall; HW: 339 (BMI=53); GW: 140 CW: 170 (BMI=27)

RNY: 09-17-08 Dr. Garth Davis

brachioplasty: 12-18-09 Dr. Wainwright; lbl/bl: 06-28-11 Dr. LoMonaco

"May your choices reflect your hopes and not your fears."

Raven300
on 5/17/11 12:12 pm
 Thanks for your input, Laura. 
     HW-345,SW-300, CW-144lbs.  DS 5/11/10. 
     First round of plastics with Dr. LoMonaco 11/8/11  LBL, BL. 14lbs of skin removed.
     2nd round with Dr. LoMonaco 2/8/12 Brachioplasty, Thigh lift,  Breast Implants.
       
Jody ***
on 5/17/11 12:52 pm - Brighton, MI
RNY on 10/21/08 with
Oooo - Laura - I didn't know this!  Congratulations and how exciting!!!!

HW-218/SW-208/CW-126/ Lowest Weight-121/Goal-125 - hit 8/23/09/Height-5'3"

Regain 30 lbs from 2012 to 2016 - got back on track and lost it.  Took 8 months. 
90+/- pounds lost      
BMI - 24 or so
Starting BMI between 35 and 40ish? 
Join us on the Lightweights Board!

Laura in Texas
on 5/17/11 12:54 pm
Thanks, Jody!! 

Laura in Texas

53 years old; 5'7" tall; HW: 339 (BMI=53); GW: 140 CW: 170 (BMI=27)

RNY: 09-17-08 Dr. Garth Davis

brachioplasty: 12-18-09 Dr. Wainwright; lbl/bl: 06-28-11 Dr. LoMonaco

"May your choices reflect your hopes and not your fears."

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