I was 40 on BMI and high risk. I am five weeks post-op for a full Tummy Tuck w/ Liposuction on flanks and back, my Plastic Surgeon only had me come in for the day after surgery check up and to have my drains removed. I was told I do not have to come back again for five months when I have a my after pictures taken. I also had a post-op infection, foul odor from drain tubes and yellow brown drainage. How concerned should I be that there are no follow-up appointments?
Also is it normal that when I suck my tummy in it is uneven; 2″ higher on one side than the other?
No Follow Up Appts After Full TT w/ Lipo?
This Varies.
The frequency of follow-ups varies widely between offices. However, yours is exceptionally low. I think it is important in my practice to see patients at day one, day four, day 12, one month, two months, three months, six months, etc. The best thing to do is to contact your surgeon to see about getting in for a recheck.
About Dr. Aaron Gorin
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Gorin Plastic Surgery and Med Spa
- Board certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)
- Education and training
- Undergraduate, Biology, University of Oregon (Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
- MD, The George Washington University School of Medicine
- Residency, General Surgery, Boston, Massachusetts (five-year)
- Fellowship, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Hand Surgery (three-year), Oregon Health & Sciences University, Portland
- Memberships
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- Awards
- Top Morpheus8 Provider (2025)
- NPI
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