What is the ideal weight before having a tummy tuck?- ft. Dr.Johnny Franco

In this episode, our host and plastic surgery consultant Mavi Rodriguez is joined by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Johnny Franco. Together they discuss the following questions;

- Should I lose weight before having plastic surgery?
- Why does weightloss preparation improve plastic surgery results?
- What are the risks of having plastic surgery with a higher BMI?
- What are BMI limits for having plastic surgery?
- What should come first: tummy tuck or liposuction?

Dr. Johnny Franco provides valuable insights into preparing for surgery with weight loss, the impact of BMI on surgical risks, the complexities of combining liposuction with a tummy tuck, the importance of postoperative mobility, and the evolving approach to Brazilian Butt Lift surgery for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss.


MEET DR. JOHNNY FRANCO

Originally from Las Cruces, New Mexico, Dr. Franco is bilingual in English and Spanish. After graduating from Beloit College with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, and earning his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Dr. Franco served his residency in plastic surgery at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, where he was chief resident from 2010-2011. There, he was chief resident from 2010-2011.

In 2011, he completed additional training at Chan Gung Hospital in Taiwan with a focus on microsurgery primarily in cancer reconstruction, followed by a fellowship at Gent University Hospital in Belgium where he specialized in breast reconstruction and fat transfer.

Today, Dr. Franco is a board-certified plastic surgeon with an impressive history of publications, presentations, and accolades, including the Merck Index Award and the Walter S. Haven Prize. He is an active member of:

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
• Austin Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

He is currently Clinical Faculty at The University of Texas Dell Medical School. He also is a reviewer for the Aesthetic Journal and Annals of Plastic Surgery where he reviews the articles for publication from other plastic surgeons around the world.

Dr. Franco in known across the U.S. for his exceptional care and stunning results, which are centered on the individual needs and attributes of his patients.

Check his Instagram: Dr. Franco, Dr. Weinfeld, Dr. Arredondo & Dr. Chang (@austinplasticsurgeon) • Instagram-Fotos und -Videos