Question:
Is there anyone who has had a combination surgery including gastric bypass and tummy

tuck at the same time? I am looking for more information about it, as my surgeon has suggested it for me.    — Michelle M. (posted on February 17, 2002)

February 17, 2002
Its GENERALLY better to wait for the TT untill after the big loss since you will have more hanging skin post op that may need remved. Besides both are major surgeries, why do it all at once? This advice from my surgeon.
   — bob-haller

February 17, 2002
Michelle, I read your profile and saw that you have a very high BMI. Your surgeon may be talking about getting rid of some of the fat and skin in your apron now. If it hangs very low, it would just get worse as you lose weight and might cause other problems. Typically, that would be skin rashes or infections, back pain and possibly it would impede your ability to walk. Just some speculation on my part.
   — garw

February 17, 2002
I had my apron removed with WLS. I did it mostly due to financial reasons as I was self pay. I knew I wouldn't be able to afford another surgery and this was I already paid for the hospital and anesthesia and just had an extra 3500 for the surgeon. So far I am very happy with the results, starting at 311 and down to 183 in 9 months! Good luck!
   — Brenda H.

February 17, 2002
I had both done at once. I had very good results. I was able to walk better and longer right after surgery than i was able to before. I went from 340 down to 220 in six months and have no hanging tummy at all.
   — paula B.