Body Contouring Surgery After Weight Loss
by Sebastian, Jeffrey L.; Capella, Joseph F.; Rubin, J. PeterFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2006-04-01
Publisher(s): Addicus Books
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Summary
Generously filled with insightful and practical advice, this guidebook to cosmetic surgery after dramatic weight loss helps readers locate the right doctor, address concerns about complications and side effects, and understand the benefits to having surgery. Experts answer such common questions as What kind of results can be anticipated? How many surgeries are necessary? and What kind of fees and insurance coverage can be expected?
Author Biography
Joseph Capella, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon with a special interest in cosmetic surgery. He lives in Ramsey, New Jersey. James Knoetgen, MD, is a plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery after massive weight loss. He lives in Rochester, Minnesota. Peter Rubin, MD, is assistant professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring and other aesthetic techniques. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Jeffrey Sebastian, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He lives in Los Angeles.
Table of Contents
| Introduction | v | ||||
| Acknowledgments | vii | ||||
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| Closing Remarks | 125 | (2) | |||
| Appendix A BMI Chart | 127 | (1) | |||
| Appendix B Weight Loss Surgery Procedures | 128 | (3) | |||
| Appendix C Nutrition | 131 | (4) | |||
| Appendix D Medications and Natural Supplements to Be Avoided Prior to Surgery | 135 | (5) | |||
| Resources | 140 | (4) | |||
| Glossary | 144 | (9) | |||
| Index | 153 | (10) | |||
| About the Authors | 163 |
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