ms_tummytuck Posted December 17, 2023 Report Share Posted December 17, 2023 I'm 5'3 and was over 125kg by my early 20s. I'd been obese since my earliest childhood memory and stayed that way until 2010. Something finally clicked and I lost 60kg through fitness and nutrition, but I was left with a large pouch of loose skin on my tummy, flabby thighs, as well as a fatty mons pubis. I ignored it at first, but it started to get me down because I could never fully escape my years of obesity. It began to weigh me down both physically and mentally... Once I finished uni and got a job, I finally made the decision to go for a tummy tuck and lipo. There were three plastic surgeons in my area who could do the job, so I met with the first one who came highly recommended, Dr Richard Rahdon.From the moment I met him, I felt completely at ease. He was a true gentleman, his nurse was so lovely and gentle and his staff were welcoming. I felt totally comfortable with him as he explained the procedure in depth and answered all of my questions. I instantly trusted him. He appreciated my effort to lose the weight and gave me realistic options for fixing my tummy pouch and other areas. I asked him about a thigh lift and he didn't think it'd be worth it. I agreed because they weren't too bad. He suggested lipo which would get rid of some bulky inner thigh mass.I had no doubts in my mind - this man was going to be the surgeon I wanted to operate on me. I didn't even want to meet the other surgeons in my area. After this consult, I booked myself in for a December operation. I could hardly wait!On the day at 7am, I checked into St John of God private hospital, received my ID tags, then moved into the anaesthetic room. My wonderful surgeon met me in there and I wasn't nervous at all. He drew the markings on me and explained that he'd be making it look flat, proportionate and slimmer! I couldn't stop smiling. Dr Rahdon is so gentle and reassuring. I laid on the bed pre-op feeling completely relaxed. The anaethetist Dr Andrew Patrick was also very informative and kind, one minute we were talking about history and then next moment I woke up at 2.20pm! I was in my compression garment in a private room, very comfortable and assisted by attentive nurses. Dr Rahdon tightened everywhere. I couldn't believe my eyes! Every time I look down, I cry. He removed 1.6kg of skin and fat and sculpted it all beautifully. I spent 4 nights in hospital and Dr Rahdon checked on me at least 2-3 times a day. I have never received such genuine and dedicated care from a doctor before. He is truly an outstanding individual that goes above and beyond his duties to ensure that I was happy and healthy. I cannot recommend him highly enough! elle_cee and prue 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesB Posted December 18, 2023 Report Share Posted December 18, 2023 WOW Ms_tummytuck, firstly congratulations on making the best change of your life and improving your health through fitness and nutrition. Secondly your results are amazing, that's definitely an amazing transformation, and I can see your so proud and happy now!I had my BA with Dr Rahdon the day before you had your surgery, so i can relate 100% to how understanding gentle and kind he is. I wish you all the comfort for your recovery! ms_tummytuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prue Posted December 18, 2023 Report Share Posted December 18, 2023 Wow congratulations!!! Well done on all your efforts to get to here now. Its great to be in good hands as well to help achieve your goals. He has done a really good job. What an amazing journey and I wish you all the best in health and healing ahead ? ms_tummytuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsO Posted December 18, 2023 Report Share Posted December 18, 2023 Great story - what a journey! You should be proud of yourself x ms_tummytuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ms_tummytuck Posted December 19, 2023 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2023 WOW Ms_tummytuck, firstly congratulations on making the best change of your life and improving your health through fitness and nutrition. Secondly your results are amazing, that's definitely an amazing transformation, and I can see your so proud and happy now!I had my BA with Dr Rahdon the day before you had your surgery, so i can relate 100% to how understanding gentle and kind he is. I wish you all the comfort for your recovery! Thank you so much - I am so happy with my transformation but I never truly appreciated it because of the loose skin and fat. Now I feel like I can be proud of myself... I can actually see the effects of my hard work. It still blows me away. Thank you @mrso and @prue! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarpersBizzar Posted December 20, 2023 Report Share Posted December 20, 2023 Good on you! The dedication to loose the weight you did is commendable to start with and to now give yourself a finished result you can be even more proud of is awesome. You must be feeling like a completely new women. Congratulations on all of your hard work and enjoy your new body ms_tummytuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elle_cee Posted December 20, 2023 Report Share Posted December 20, 2023 Wow! You look amazing. Well done on all of your hard work and dedication! It must feel great. I know how hard it is to change your lifestyle (I had to lose 25kgs after both of my pregnancies!) ms_tummytuck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ms_tummytuck Posted December 22, 2023 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2023 Good on you! The dedication to loose the weight you did is commendable to start with and to now give yourself a finished result you can be even more proud of is awesome. You must be feeling like a completely new women. Congratulations on all of your hard work and enjoy your new body thank you girls I appreciate the kind words :) elle_cee 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellymareee Posted February 9, 2024 Report Share Posted February 9, 2024 You look amazing ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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