Life After Weight Loss: Dealing with Excess Skin
What surgical options remove excess skin after weight loss? Alec Fisher, MD, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon at Riverside Healthcare, explains body contouring procedures that target loose skin on the abdomen, chest, arms, thighs, back, and face after weight-loss surgery, GLP-1 weight-loss medications, and overall lifestyle changes. Hear how Riverside’s Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery team helps patients address the issue, minimize the appearance of scars, understand potential risks, and help navigate the insurance process.
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