{"id":14882,"date":"2023-02-06T12:26:56","date_gmt":"2023-02-06T17:26:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/?p=14882"},"modified":"2025-04-29T20:55:10","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T20:55:10","slug":"how-do-i-prepare-for-body-lift-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/blog\/how-do-i-prepare-for-body-lift-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Prepare For Body Lift Surgery?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Body lift surgery<\/a> is a major surgery that involves a circumferential incision along the lower abdomen and back. It is frequently performed after massive weight loss. Therefore, this procedure can include more preparation than others since the recovery is longer than average and it is a large surgery. So, how do I prepare for body lift surgery?<\/span><\/p>\n

First, obtain any necessary medical clearances that Dr. Sessa requires. Depending on your medical history, medical conditions, and the medications you take, Dr. Sessa may want you to have certain tests performed or obtain clearances from specialists. You may also need to start or stop certain medications, though this will be done only on Dr. Sessa\u2019s or your regular doctor\u2019s instructions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Second, make arrangements for the day of surgery and your recovery. This may include getting the necessary time off work, finding childcare, ensuring you have enough groceries to get through your recovery, and cleaning the house so you do not have to worry about it while recovering. For the day of surgery, make sure you have a caregiver and a ride to and from the surgery center.<\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, fill your prescriptions related to surgery ahead of time and make sure you have everything you will need for your recovery before going into surgery. This way you can adequately rest after surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To learn more and schedule a consultation, call us at 941-923-1736<\/a>. You can also reach out online via chat, contact form, or Price Simulator<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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