| 1. | My GP has referred me to one of your surgeons for a breast reduction: How long will I be in Hospital? 1 to 3 days What is the recovery time? 3 to 4 weeks depending on your lifestyle. You can drive after a week if comfortable. |
| 2. | I have crows feet what is the best option to treat them and how long does it last? A muscle relaxing injection is the most suitable treatment with no down time and a result lasting for 3 months. |
| 3. | I have a post baby belly, what are the Options? Usually if you have loose skin and fat an abdominoplasty is the most suitable option, and a muscle repair is often needed. You will need to discuss these options with your surgeon. Recovery is 3-4 weeks |
| 4. | My Upper eyelids are droopy, can I claim any thing back on Medicare to have them corrected? If they are deemed to be obscuring your vision an item number is available so some of the cost involved can be reimbursed. |
| 5. | Is eyelid surgery painful if done under local anaesthetic? The only sensation you should feel is the local anaesthetic being injected. After surgery your eyes will be puffy for a few days and you may have bruising for a week or two, but you vision will not be impaired. Wearing sun glasses will hide the effects of the surgery when you are out. |
| 6. | How do I arrange a visit to one of your doctors? Go to your GP and get a referral, then ring us to make an appointment. We may not be able to get a suitable appointment for 3 months. If you require surgery this can usually be done with in a few weeks of your initial visit. |
| 7. | How long will I be in Hospital and What type of anaesthetic will I have? Areas of concern that will be discussed at consultation with your doctor:
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| 8. | Do I need a referral? Yes if you wish to claim the cost of consultation through Medicare. |
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