I recently had to have surgery to correct a ruptured breast implant (it was 16 years old), and was referred to Dr. Grawe by a colleague. Having been through the process before, I thought I knew what I was getting into. This experience, however, was completely different, and in a wonderful way.
Dr. Grawe's office team was able to schedule my initial consultation for the very next possible date from when I called. As you can imagine, I was anxious to get into surgery to correct my new "lopsidedness", and Dr. Grawe was kind, thorough, and efficient in making sure I knew my options and had all the necessary information to make an informed decision. Tracy helped me with the financial aspect of this unexpected expense, and I was able to schedule my surgery for one week after my appointment.
The initial surgery went well, with no unexpected issues. If that was all there was to the story, I would give two thumbs up to Dr. Grawe and her staff. But unfortunately I experienced some post-op issues (because of genetics, not Dr. Grawe or her technique!), and had to have an additional surgery 4 days later to remove a large hematoma. What they say about redheads bleeding a lot is 100% true!!
The care I received during these complications and their treatment is why I can say without a doubt that Dr. Grawe and her practice are top-notch practitioners. When the bleeding issue arose, I was seen immediately by her Physician's Assistant, Stacie, who was thorough in her evaluation and treatment plan, but also concerned for my mental well-being. I was immediately sent to St. Ann's for surgery, where I was told at every step that they were expecting me. My second surgery was quick, and Dr. Grawe made sure I knew that I could contact her at any time with questions or concerns. When I called the next day (a Saturday!), with questions and for reassurance, she called back within minutes. She constantly reassured me that she wanted me to call her every time I had a concern, that she didn't mind one bit. I went in to see her a few days later and she even said "I wish I could see you like every 5 minutes. If I got a blanket would you just stay here in the office for a while?" It is amazing to find someone so concerned for her patients, so diligent in her care of them, and so willing to go the extra mile to reassure them that they are not a pain in the butt (which I feel like I was starting to become, LOL!).
It's easy to say that a surgeon is great when everything goes as planned, and the recovery period is without complications. It's another thing entirely to be able to say that your surgeon was kind, caring, compassionate, skilled, funny, and upbeat - both when things were normal and when things were not. If you are thinking about plastic surgery and still don't know where to go - go to Dr. Grawe. She is hands down the best that this city has to offer. read more