Post Gastric Bypass Surgical Solutions - Body Lift, Tummy Tuck, Liposuction

The Today Show on NBC recently profiled a West Virginia man who weighed 745 pounds before gastric bypass and now must undergo a series of body revision procedures to eliminate 100 pounds of excess skin. While this instance is unique because of the massive amount of weight loss, post gastric bypass patients are now beginning to accept that there will most likely be some plastic surgery down the road.

We have all heard statistics concerning obesity and know full well that Americans are constantly fighting the battle of the bulge. At least 60% of adults in this country are overweight, and a growing percentage are morbidly obese, which is 100 pounds or more over ideal body weight.

Obesity poses a tremendous health risk to the individual and puts additional strain on our already buckling health care system. Those who suffer from morbid obesity are more likely to contract diabetes, suffer from poor circulation and high blood pressure, and have an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. Excessive weight can cause degenerative joint disease in the hips and knees and in many cases contribute to a shortened lifespan.

Recent advances in bariatrics like gastric stapling, gastric banding, or gastric bypass via endoscopic surgery have helped many morbidly obese individuals improve their health, feel more energetic, and prolong or reverse many of the dangerous medical issues.

Often when a person loses a lot of weight, the result is an excess of loose skin in the lower abdomen, thighs, arms, sagging breasts. The stretched out skin is limited in how much tightening it can naturally do. These skin folds can be very irritating, and cause a bit of irony for many of these individuals now that they feel better about themselves and have more energy are still shy in public since they don�t like the way they look.

Dr. Marosan has been helping these individuals for years. With modern body contouring techniques he can achieve excellent results with a combination of liposuction and excision of excess loose tissues. Removing excessive tissues off the abdomen and tightening the underlying muscles to improve the waistline, lift the buttocks and thighs to improve skin and soft tissue tone, contour the arms and remove the "bat wings," elevate and make the breasts fuller with a short scar technique and recontour the face and neck. Most of these procedures can be done on an outpatient basis, depending on the person�s overall health.

Dr. Marosan was the first plastic surgeon in the Seattle area to introduce the VASER Liposelection, a third generation ultrasonic liposuction machine. This is a technological leap over the existing UAL (ultrasound-assisted liposuction). It can deliver continuous or pulsed ultrasound energy via smaller grooved probes, which are more efficient at lower energy levels and can be used in more delicate areas.

VASER shortens surgery and anesthesia time, decreases tissue trauma, leads to less bruising and faster recovery with better results and is safer for patients. This gives the surgeon a much more precise sculpting capability which in turn reduces the potential revision rate (this could be as high as 7-10% with traditional liposuction).

The advantage to the surgeon is that he can deliver better results and more precise sculpting with the VASER over current technology and have many happy and satisfied patients.

George Marosan, MD

We opened our new surgical center, designed with the discerning patient in mind. Bellevue Plastic Surgeons relocated to 11820 Northup Way, Suite E-190. We continue to provide unparalleled surgical care with 21st century technology and we give our undivided attention to the individualized needs of our patients. But, even the best can be improved…

Our office was designed and built by well known architects and builders of the Pacific Northwest with excellent reputations, craftsmanship and experience in building surgical centers with the utmost goal in mind: Your comfort and safety. You can relax in old world elegance, while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee in our reception area or during your consultation with Dr. Marosan. Our surgical suite has one of the largest in office operating rooms outside a hospital. In our state of the art operating theater we provide the latest and safest cosmetic procedures using the most technologically advanced equipment to give you the best possible and longest lasting results. The surgical center is built to federal safety specifications and is accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF).

Bellevue Plastic Surgeons continues to work very closely with Dermavita Medispa in Kirkland. Dr. Marosan is the medical director and dedicates one day out of the week with his nurse to personally supervise and carry out treatments. He also advises the aestheticians on more complex skin problems. The medical aestheticians provide postoperative lymphatic massage to promote faster healing and provide postoperative camouflage and make up. You can also indulge yourself in massages, facial and body treatments. Truly, this is a world class European spa! We are proud and pleased to provide you with our comprehensive skin care services, which is an integral part of our practice at Bellevue Plastic Surgeons.

We also pride ourselves on our accessibility. You will never be greeted by a computer voice during business hours. You are important to us and you will always receive personalized attention and care. You don’t have to go through layers of employees before reaching the doctor with your medical questions. If Dr. Marosan cannot come to the telephone at the time of your call, you can be assured that he’ll call back shortly. Our close knit office and surgical team makes it a priority to know you, so we can provide you with unparalleled service.

Based on his extensive educational and training experience, as well as sound ethical and professional standing, Dr. Marosan was included in the prestigious ranks of “America’s Top Physicians” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. (No fees, donations, sponsorships or advertisements are accepted from any individuals, professionals, corporations or associations. This policy is strictly adhered to ensure an unbiased selection).

Similar studies have been done using a survey system. This type of study would ask fellow professionals who they would recommend. The CRCA found this method to be more of a popularity contest. For instance, professionals who work in a large office or hospital have much more of a chance of being mentioned as opposed to a professional who has a small private practice. In addition many professionals have a financial arrangement for back and forth referrals.

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