BARIATRICS

BODY LIFTS

Weight loss after bariatric (gastric bypass, lap band) surgery has grown exponentially across the nation. Individuals with weight loss of greater than 100 pounds need specialized care to achieve the post weight loss body they desire. Postoperative bariatric patients most commonly request tummy tucks, body lifts, liposuction, thigh and arm lifts to help reveal the smaller figure that lies beneath excess skin that remains after bariatric surgery. Dr. Peter Capizzi has the experience and skills to help these patients meet their goals.

Dr. Capizzi is double board-certified in both plastic and general surgery, and Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery for Presbyterian Hospitals of Charlotte. Throughout his training at the Mayo Clinic, he was involved in the care of gastric bypass patients. His additional fellowship training and experience in cosmetic surgery of the breast, body, and face helps him to better provide these unique patients with the specialized care they need.

All body lift procedures are performed at Presbyterian Huntersville Hospital, a Joint Commission approved facility. During these procedures, Dr. Capizzi works with board-certified anesthesiologists and licensed nursing staff, many who have worked with Dr. Capizzi since the hospital opened. Among the many integral surgical team members is Tonya Jarnac, RN, who has operated with Dr. Capizzi for eight years and has over 20 years in operating room experience from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University.

Our staff adheres to defined preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care maps that ensure consistent, safe care is provided to each patient during their overnight hospital stay. We have also utilized On-Q and Accufuser pain control pumps postoperatively for over five years. Additionally, we use the Insorb resorbable dermal skin device to help diminish scarring.

In addition to Dr. Capizzi’s excellent reputation with breast and body contouring procedures, he is happy to offer laser treatments, nutritional guidance, and lifestyle management as part each bariatric patient’s postoperative care.

Our patient coordinator and concierge can answer your questions about your options after bariatric surgery, arrange for a consultation, and help schedule surgery. Our assistants can also help coordinate travel and accommodations for patients visiting our facility from outside the Lake Norman and Charlotte area.

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