Spoiler alert: this review doesn't gush about how wonderful Dr. Reid and his staff are....but they are.
I had an abdominoplasty with LipoSafe360, (trademarked), in November 2022. I chose Dr. Reid and Restora Austin after reading extensively about these two procedures. Dr. Reid and his partner, Dr. Gordon are the few plastic surgeons in the Austin area that are certified to do this type of "tummy tuck". I liked that the LipoSafe 360 is used to remove fat at one's flanks and back, to make a nicer appearance to one's figure. The LipoSafe is a different type of liposuction that is modified to give a smoother appearance to the areas treated.
I received more than adequate pre-operative information, (printed and verbal), at my initial consultation. Dr. Reid visited with me at that consultation, and we discussed my medical conditions, his and my expectations and the plan for surgery.
My nurse, Lauren, always responded to my queries within the day of my asking. I received clear and accurate information about financial options from Roxy. Roxy was also my very informed first contact at Restora Austin. From the first, she was friendly and welcoming.
The day of surgery, I was greeted by the nurse at the Inspire Surgery Center, and treated with VIP care. I visited with Dr. Reid and the anesthesiologist prior to surgery. They put my concerns to rest so I walked into the OR feeling relaxed and optimistic that I was I good hands.
Due to my age and some medical conditions, I was cared for overnight at the surgery center post-op. I had one-on-one care by a RN, who was wonderful, and who made sure I stayed pain free. As a side note, I would like to recommend that overnight stay, if you can afford it. It was nice to know someone was there to watch over me in those first few post-op hours.
When I got home, since I had such good pre-op teaching, I was fully prepared for the post-op care, medications, and activity that I was supposed to do, and to advance my activity as instructed. Again, my nurse was available by phone or email. I felt so reassured by Lauren that my recovery was progressing normally.
I was also well prepared for the lengthy recovery process. Be aware, this is NOT a quick surgery, or recovery. However, I am very happy with my results so far!
My scars are nice and flat, no infection issues, and I LOVE my new figure.
Check out Restora Austin's website---lots of good information: before and after pictures, information on a variety of procedures, physician and staff information.
I highly recommend Dr. Reid and the staff at Restora Austin and Inspire Surgery Center. Friendly, knowledgeable, professional, caring: 5 stars on all factors! read more